Senior Pastor- Full-time/Part-time

Christ's Church at Tiffin, a growing and vibrant congregation in Northwestern Ohio, is seeking a Senior Minister to lead our community in faith, teaching, and outreach. Established 43 years ago, we are a church committed to the restoration movement and are looking for a dynamic leader who is passionate about the Word of God and dedicated to the spiritual growth of our congregation.

About Us: Location: We are located in Tiffin, Ohio, a charming community of 17,500 residents. Our building is in a highly accessible and visible location, offering great potential for membership growth and community impact.

Current Staff: Our team includes a full-time Worship Minister and an office manager, and we are financially stable with no debt. We experience an average weekly attendance of 83 people and are excited about the future growth of our church.

Ministry Vision: We are a Bible-centered, restoration movement congregation that is deeply committed to the principles of the Independent Christian Churches/Churches of Christ. Our goal is to build a loving, spiritually healthy, and outwardly focused community that faithfully represents Christ.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preaching & Teaching: Deliver biblically sound, relevant, and engaging sermons that inspire spiritual growth and discipleship. Provide strong biblical teaching that helps deepen the faith of our congregation.
• Leadership & Vision: Work closely with the Elders to provide spiritual leadership and direction for the church. Communicate the vision for the church and lead in a way that fosters growth in both faith and membership.
• Outreach & Missions: Lead and inspire the congregation in outreach efforts, both locally and globally. Promote opportunities for service and mission work that help share the gospel and serve the community.
• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships within the congregation, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment. Encourage spiritual growth and discipleship through personal connections.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with the Worship Minister and office manager, fostering a team approach to ministry. Ensure open communication with the Elders, sharing successes, challenges, and vision for the future of the church.

Desired Qualifications:

• Biblical Knowledge & Preaching: A deep, personal understanding of Scripture and a commitment to sound, expository preaching.
• Leadership Experience: Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to lead a congregation, including pastoral care, vision casting, and decision-making.
• Relational Skills: Ability to build genuine relationships with church members, staff, and the community. A heart for outreach and service to others.
• Team-Oriented: A collaborative spirit with the ability to work well with other staff members, Elders, and ministry leaders.
• Experience: A seasoned minister with experience in leading a restoration movement congregation, teaching the Bible, and leading outreach efforts. Ministry experience in the Restoration Movement Church highly preferred. Personal Characteristics:
• Spiritual Gifts: A person who demonstrates spiritual maturity, integrity, and a servants heart. A humble leader who seeks to glorify God in all things.
• Visionary & Growth-Oriented: A forward-thinking leader with a passion for helping the church grow spiritually and numerically, while remaining rooted in biblical truth.

Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package To be discussed and mutually agreed upon based on variables outlined above. A stable and debt-free church environment with great potential for growth The opportunity to lead a faithful and dedicated congregation in an area that is welcoming and supportive If you are a passionate, Bible-centered leader with a heart for preaching, teaching, and outreach, we invite you to prayerfully consider joining our team as we seek to fulfill Gods mission here in Tiffin, Ohio.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how God might use you to help us reach the people of Tiffin and beyond with the message of the gospel