Shepherd Staff is honored to be working with Grace Baptist Church in Chippewa Falls, WI as they search for their next Senior Pastor. Grace Baptist is an unaffiliated Baptist church known for its strong commitment to biblical fidelity, expository preaching, and a close-knit, intergenerational community. The church blends a rich history of faithful ministry with a desire to remain outward-focused, relationally engaged, and true to its mission of making mature disciples.
The Senior Pastor will serve as the primary spiritual leader and head administrator, overseeing the preaching, shepherding, and overall ministry direction of the church. Working closely with the deacons and ministry teams, the pastor will guide the church in biblical teaching, discipleship, and outreach, helping the congregation grow both spiritually and missionally.
The ideal candidate will be:
- A gifted expository preacher with strong biblical convictions.
- Humble, relational, and approachable across all generations.
- A servant leader who delegates well and empowers others to serve.
- Spiritually mature with a vibrant prayer life and heart for discipleship.
- Experienced in pastoral care and collaborative leadership.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Senior Pastor will be responsible for the spiritual leadership and overall direction of Grace Baptist Church. This includes faithful preaching of God’s Word, shepherding the congregation, developing lay leaders, and working alongside the deacons to uphold the church’s mission and values. The pastor is expected to maintain a visible and engaged presence within the church family, fostering a culture of relational ministry, prayer, and gospel-centered outreach. The position offers the opportunity to build on a healthy foundation while guiding the church into its next season of growth and impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Preach expository, Bible-centered sermons and teach Scripture faithfully.
- Shepherd and care for the congregation through discipleship, counseling, and pastoral visits.
- Lead and supervise church staff and ministry leaders, fostering a team-oriented environment.
- Collaborate with the deacons to provide oversight of church operations and ministries.
- Administer the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
- Lead in prayer, spiritual formation, and vision-setting for the church’s ongoing mission.
- Engage with the local community to encourage outreach and evangelism.
Much more detailed information is available to you after an initial consultation with Shepherd Staff. During that consultation, you should be able to articulate your provable experience as outlined above. Take the first step by clicking on the “Apply for this Job” button to confidentially make us aware of your interest. By confidential, we mean that we won’t share your information or interest with this or any other church prior to a full discussion with you and your permission to do so.
The Fine Print
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