Senior Pastor

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OVERVIEW

Grace Church Verdun, (a church of ~150 people), in Montreal, Quebec is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to provide pastoral leadership in conjunction with their elders. The Senior Pastor will guide the church with vision, direction, and spiritual oversight as they pursue the church mission: “To know Christ and to make Him known.” Rooted in the primacy of God’s Word, the Senior Pastor will ensure that Scripture remains the foundation of all they are and do, shaping the church’s ministries and community life. They seek a leader who loves Christ, is devoted to His Word, and is passionate about equipping their members to grow in their knowledge and love for Jesus while advancing the Gospel in Montreal and beyond.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Fits the biblical qualifications for an elder as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9

  • Speaks at least at a conversational level in French, given the context of ministry in Montreal and Quebec

  • Has obtained at least an MDiv or equivalent degree from an accredited Seminary

  • Has 5 or more years of experience in pastoral ministry

  • Can affirm their statement of faith

  • Has a heart for planting churches and spreading the gospel

  • Preferably has experience in church planting, or sending out a church plant

  • Good leadership skills, effective communicator, accountable and approachable

  • Proficient in conflict management with compassion and understanding

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Expository preaching on a weekly basis (~40 times a year)

  • Oversee, in conjunction with the other elders, the various ministries of Grace Church

  • Cooperate with mission partners that serve both locally and abroad

  • Disciple and train up individuals for the work of ministry

  • Provide pastoral counseling and visitation of members

  • Serves as main moderator for church staff and ministry leaders

  • Officiate weddings, funerals, believers baptisms and baby dedications

  • Plan seasonal and special worship services

  • Sees that other various needs are addressed as they arise

MORE INFO & APPLYING

For a full job description please click the button below. To apply please send all material to info@gracechurchverdun.com.

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