Senior Pastor

Armenian Congregational Church

Job Description

Senior Pastor

The Armenian Congregational Church of Greater Detroit (the “Church”) is seeking a well-qualified Senior Pastor to lead our congregation. We are on a mission to grow our Church, both in numbers and spiritually, and would love to have you join us in these efforts. Our Church has a stellar reputation in the community for our compassion, fellowship, and dedication to service, and we are looking for a Senior Pastor who embodies those qualities and can serve as a positive representative of our Church.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the spiritual leader of the Church in all its activities and preach the Gospel, administer the ordinances, have charge of the services of public worship, and direct the spiritual welfare of the Church. - Be available as counselor to all members of the Church and to any others who may need the Senior Pastor’s services. Be available to the congregation for weddings, funerals, and baptisms. - Have supervision over the total program of the Church and lead the Church in developing an effective program and a warm Christian fellowship. - Serve as the chairman of the Board of Deacons and ex-officio member of the Board of Trustees and various other committees and auxiliary organizations. In these roles, work collaboratively with the Boards, committees, and auxiliary organizations to further the best interests of the Church. - Engage with existing and prospective members of the Church, benefactors, and other community members to promote the message and good will of the Church. - Liaise with other Armenian community leaders in the greater Detroit area to maintain and grow the Church’s engagement in community events and efforts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited theological seminary with a Master of Divinity Degree preferred; those who have not yet graduated, but are on track to do so, are encouraged to apply - Ordination by a recognized acceptable denomination or church organization preferred; those who have not yet been ordained, but are on track to do so, are encouraged to apply - Previous experience as an associate or senior pastor preferred - Commitment to a Christ-centered life - Alignment with the Church’s Statement of Faith and protestant values

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Armenian Congregational Church Job Description Senior Pastor

• Strong public speaking skills with an ability to clearly and articulately deliver the message of the Gospel in a compelling manner - Ability to lead and collaborate with the Boards and other committees and auxiliary organizations of the Church towards the common good of the Church - Strong interpersonal skills and a desire to engage with the community to grow the size and good will of the Church - Administrative and organizational skills - Compassionate, with a desire to present a unifying voice - Fluent in English and Armenian

Interested parties are encouraged to apply by sending a resumé to the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Church, Chris Banerian, at [email protected].

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