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Almena Bible Church (Almena, KS) - Pastor

The Community and Church
Almena Bible Church is a small community church that was founded as a Congregational Church in the late 1800s and now in an independent Church committed to serve our local community of 363 population plus many farmers in our rural area. Almena is 12 miles from Norton, 3000 population, the County seat, with a modern Critical Care hospital, services and shopping, and a Movie Theatre. A State lake is located just west of Norton for boating, fishing, camping with modern campsites. Hunting is good area wide. Our mission is to make believers as well as to give believers to a deeper relationship with God. We are an Independent Church, which answers only to the Lord and to the local congregation. We believe in cooperating with other local churches in doing the work of God in the community. Almena Bible Church is a loving and caring church family. We enjoy authentic relationships with other like-minded believers in our multigenerational church family. We are seeking to deepen our relationship in Christ at a more personal spiritual level.

Requirements

The Candidate

THIS POSITION WOULD BE IDEAL FOR A RETIRED PASTOR WHO WANTS TO CONTINUE SERVING IN A LESS DEMANDING SMALL CHURCH WITH LOTS OF FLEXIBILITY IN PASTORAL DUTIES. We also would welcome a young Pastor of course.

Position Description
Almena Bible Church, Almena, KS, is seeking a doctrinally sound Pastor for a regrowing church family of believers. We are looking for a pastor who is committed to and responsible for the spiritual leadership of our church. A pastor who teaches from the Bible, leads worship services, and is willing to educate through God's Holy Word; establishes and communicates a Jesus Christ centered vision for the Church. A pastor with a heart for evangelism who will help us to increase ministries and community outreach.

The Qualifications
A born-again believer in Jesus Christ with beliefs centered on God's Holy Word.
Holds to the standards required in 1 Timothy 3:1-2 and Titus 1:6-9.
Committed to the terms of salvation outlined in Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 2:38; Romans 10:9, Matthew 16:16.
Able to administer The Lord's Supper, marriages, funerals, baby dedications, etc.
2-3 years of Senior or Lead Pastoral Experience preferred. New graduates will be considered.

4 year degree from an accredited Bible College or accredited seminary preferred; 2-3 year degrees considered.
Possess and maintain a clean driving record.
If offered the Pastor position, must complete and pass a Criminal Background Check (CBC).

Duties
Overseeing and mentoring leadership within the church family.
Representing our church in community outreach activities and charitable events.
Organizing weekly services and delivering Biblically based messages.
Able to communicate with members of the congregation and provide spiritual guidance, including pastoral care for nursing home residents.
Maintain the Church social media presence.
Provide spiritual support and oversight of all youth ministry endeavors.
Maintain consistent office hours.

Benefits

Benefits
Negotiable
2 weeks, yearly, paid time off (PTO).
Time off for the fifth weekend in a given month.
Housing allowance or Parsonage

The Process

Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor for Almena Bible Church?

Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor at Almena Bible Church?

In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Almena Bible Church.

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to