Qualifications
- Born again Christian who feels a call by God into ministry and operates in the gifts of the Spirit
- Love for families and individuals of all ages
- Strong organizational and leadership skills
- Ability to build and lead volunteer teams
- Ability to commit to a level of confidentiality for sensitive situations
- Serve as a mandatory reporter for cases involving individuals of all ages
- Minimum 4-year degree and/or equivalent ministry experience preferred
General Pastoral Responsibilities:
- The Senior Pastor will have the primary responsibility for bible-based preaching at DGT and
will also arrange the preaching schedule with other appropriate individuals. - Through personal participation, regular bible reading, daily prayer, and regular communication,
the Senior Pastor will develop and maintain the prayer life and ministry of the congregation. - Work with the worship leaders in planning and leading the worship services.
- Coordinate and participate in the visitation of shut-ins (including providing communion if they
desire), hospital patients, regular attendees with “known” needs, and regular attendees without
“known” needs. - Oversee the ministries of the church and act as a catalyst for lay involvement.
- Meet with the Elder Board, Trustee Board, various committees, and staff on a regular basis;
choose, oversee and provide direction to support staff, as well as help facilitate the flow of and
coordination of activities both inside and outside the church. - Help individuals in their spiritual growth and development of ministry gifts.
- Coordinate and provide spiritual guidance including pre-marital, marital, and personal
counseling. - Maintain involvement with the FCA by attending fellowship meetings and participating in other
fellowship functions. Occasionally preach at fellowship churches at their request. - Ensure active involvement with Sand Hill Lake Bible Camp including attending camp board
meetings when possible. - The Senior Pastor is primarily responsible to the Elder Board and shall serve as Senior Elder
by virtue of his office.
