The Church in Alexander is seeking a charismatic, energetic full-time pastor to preach the gospel and biblical truths in a manner that encourages the discipleship and growth of our church and connects with our community.
Alexander, NY is a rural, middle class, agricultural community located midway between Buffalo and Rochester. Our church was founded in 1828 and is the only church in the community. The church building was totally destroyed by fire in 1978. Our current building was completed in 1979 and an education wing was added in 1988.
Our Sunday worship attendance is 45 to 60 persons. Throughout the year our congregation faithfully prays and is generous in their giving of time, talents and donations.
The Church in Alexander’s Mission Statement to PREACH to God’s people, to TEACH God’s word and to REACH those in need.
Our Mission is to connect with others, lead them to Christ and prepare God’s people for works of service so that the body of Christ may be built up. (Matthew 28:19, Ephesians 4:11-12)
Desired Qualifications:
Model a growing, vibrant faith relationship with Jesus.
> Model the qualifications of an elder outlined in 1 Timothy 3: 1-7 & Titus1:6-9
Have the ability to plan, communicate and implement a vision for effective ministry that reaches the local community and beyond with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
➤ Have a servant’s heart and the ability to serve with humility and grace.
➤ Have the ability to plan, prepare and preach biblically-based sermons that both
encourage and equip people to grow in faith and service.
➤ Have the ability to mentor and develop leaders to be engaged in the effective
ministry within the church and throughout the community.
Have a strong heart for God and people; be able to develop healthy, honest relationships.
➤ Have the ability to work well with lay leadership.
➤ Agree with and submit to Alexander’s Mission and Vision statements and Church
Constitution and Bylaws.
➤ Relevant theological training.
Full time position with a competitive salary and benefits package that may include health insurance allowance, life insurance, retirement, professional expenses, continuing education time, disability insurance, mileage, vacation and holidays.
If you feel God is calling you to apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter along with your response to the following:
Why do you believe you may be a great fit as the Pastor of The Church in Alexander?
Briefly describe your experience in lay and pastoral ministry and why you are well qualified to serve as the Pastor of The Church in Alexander.
Briefly provide a summary of your theology and how you see it being consistent with your understanding of our Mission and Vision.
Please direct your questions and replies to Elder William Lang, 1-585-815-5252 or at wlang5@rochester.rr.com.
Candidates for this position will be asked to visit the church and present at least two (2)
sermons.
To apply for this job email your details to execcred@elimfellowship.org