Senior Pastor
Morning Gate Church Inc., located in beautiful Fredericton, NB, is seeking a permanent full-time Senior Pastor to collaborate with the Elders and Stewards (Board of Directors), and guide ministry team leaders as they build and encourage our community of believers.
Morning Gate Church was formed in 1989 and belongs to the Congregational Christian Churches in Canada. With 125 members and adherents, we are a multigenerational, multi-ethnic congregation. We prioritize Bible teaching in a welcoming, loving, and relaxed environment in which to discover and grow our faith and exercise our God-given gifts.
Who you are:
As a Senior Pastor, you will:
Salary/Benefits:
Salary range: $50,000-$75,000
Salary is commensurate with education and years of experience.
Salary and benefits will be negotiated prior to signing an employment agreement.
Benefits include Health insurance, RRSP, Annual leave (vacation, sick, study).
How to Apply:
After prayerful consideration, if you believe that God is calling you into a Senior Pastor role, we would love to hear from you.
Please send the following in confidence to MGCsearchcommittee@bellaliant.com:
Additional information, such as a Local Church Profile and Constitution and Bylaws, is available on request.
Morning Gate Church was formed in 1989 and belongs to the Congregational Christian Churches in Canada. With 125 members and adherents, we are a multigenerational, multi-ethnic congregation. We prioritize Bible teaching in a welcoming, loving, and relaxed environment in which to discover and grow our faith and exercise our God-given gifts.
Who you are:
- You are a servant leader who practices the way of Jesus and lives with integrity.
- You feel a deep calling to be a shepherd who spiritually leads and joyfully serves amongst the sheep.
- You are a life-long learner and have a deep faith and love for the Lord and His church.
- You are trustworthy and wise with confidences.
- You have a theology-related degree from an accredited university.
- You have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
- Equivalent education and experience may be considered.
- You have the gift of preaching and teaching the Word using sound doctrine.
- You are a skilled and effective communicator.
- You are organized and have a strong work ethic.
- You are a Canadian citizen or a Permanent Resident currently residing in Canada.
- You are fluent in English.
- You are willing to become a member of Morning Gate Church and to be credentialed with the Congregational Christian Churches in Canada before commencing employment.
- You are willing to submit a recent Criminal Background Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
As a Senior Pastor, you will:
- Prioritize strong collaboration and clear communication with the Elders and Stewards (Board of Directors).
- Work with the Elders to identify and bring visionary ideas to life.
- Foster unity in purpose and decision-making within the church leadership.
- Inspire congregants and encourage seekers in their walk with the Lord by being the primary Sunday morning Bible-based preaching voice.
- Model and encourage individuals to use and give of their resources, talents, and spiritual gifts for the vision and mission of the church.
- Preserve and continue to encourage deep connectedness amongst the church family.
- Lead and coordinate Spirit-led, blended worship services in collaboration with the ministry team leaders.
- Use a pastoral approach when navigating popular culture and Biblical truth.
- Connect and support the congregation with service opportunities.
- Mentor and oversee the Children’s and Youth Ministry leaders, and church staff.
- Extend pastoral care to all congregants, with support from the Elders, at significant life moments such as marriages, baptisms, baby dedications, funerals, crises, or hospitalizations, or as required.
- Relate to and encourage all generations in ways that are meaningful and helpful in their life stage.
- Facilitate, lead, and encourage Bible studies.
- Lead weekly prayer meetings.
- Operate within Morning Gate Church’s Constitution and Bylaws.
Salary/Benefits:
Salary range: $50,000-$75,000
Salary is commensurate with education and years of experience.
Salary and benefits will be negotiated prior to signing an employment agreement.
Benefits include Health insurance, RRSP, Annual leave (vacation, sick, study).
How to Apply:
After prayerful consideration, if you believe that God is calling you into a Senior Pastor role, we would love to hear from you.
Please send the following in confidence to MGCsearchcommittee@bellaliant.com:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Video of a sermon presentation
- Recent Criminal Background Check (CPIC)
- Recent Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
- Pastoral Profile
Additional information, such as a Local Church Profile and Constitution and Bylaws, is available on request.