Lead Pastor Vacancy Announcement
Spout Springs Church (SSC) is a medium sized church located in Cameron, NC, and is home to a large percentage of current and former military families due to its proximity to the Fort Bragg US Army base. The church was founded in April 2006 by the current lead pastor and is affiliated with the SBC. However, our church culture predominantly reflects a nondenominational focus. The church is constitutionally founded, staff led, Elder managed, and congregation protected. SSC focuses on three principles: creating an environment where everyone is welcome regardless of where they are in their walk with God (Welcome Home!), doing things that have real impact in our local community (We Do Things That Matter) and discipleship (Becoming All God Created Us To Be).
About the Position
SSC is looking for a candidate who is a gifted preacher, able to make sermons both meaningful and interesting, and is comfortable discussing his own experiences on his walk with God. We seek a candidate who is comfortable with the uncomfortable, be it theological ambiguity, politically charged issues, or differences in worship or leadership styles. Additionally, we seek a pastor with strong relational skills who prioritizes expression of non-judgmental attitude towards others and enjoys interacting with the congregation on a regular basis. The Lead Pastor will join one full time executive pastor as well as a small team of close-knit staff who are not only integral to the day-to-day operations of the church but also provide input on the future direction for the church.
While the foundations of the church are strong, the church desires a lead pastor with visionary strengths who can help refocus the church to what God is calling it to be under the new leadership, while building, implementing, and maintaining effective church systems.
The Spout Springs Church Statements of Faith can be viewed here.
Additional Requirements:
Candidates should possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a ministry-related field. Preference will be given to candidates with a graduate seminary degree and prior lead pastoral experience.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary: Starting pay is $65,000. This is negotiable based upon the qualifications and credentials of the candidate.
Health Care: We provide insurance for the Lead Pastor and family including any children under 25.
Additional Information:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If selected for further consideration, candidates will be notified and asked to provide additional information as part of the selection process. Final candidates must consent to a reference check, a criminal history background check, a drug screening test, and a credit and financial history review (performed through outside agencies for complete confidentiality). All information presented will be treated as “Confidential.”
For more detailed information on the position or other questions please contact the Spout Springs Church Search Committee at search@spoutsprings.org.
READY TO APPLY?
Please make sure you have the following ready prior to beginning your application submission. You will not be able to save your work to complete the form later.
-Resume
-Cover Letter (preferred but not required)
-Names & contact information for 3 professional references.
-Social Media Account names for you and your spouse (if applicable)
-Copy of Certificate of Ordainment
-Copy of college transcripts
-Copy of relevant certifications (if applicable)
-At least two sermon samples (either via web address or upload)