First Christian Church (Medina, OH) – Pastor

The Big Picture

First Christian Church (FCC)( https://www.firstchristianmedina.com) is searching for our next Pastor.

Requirements

The Church

First Christian Church Medina is dedicated to leading individuals on their journey to discover and follow Jesus. It is our mission to be known as a caring spiritual center that shares a common vision for Christian service.

To live out our mission, we intend to:

· Share the good news of Jesus Christ within the community.

· Provide programs that help meet the needs of members of the congregation.

· Offer services and facilities to support social outreach programs for the poor, homeless, hungry, and those in need.

As a community of faith—trusting in God's eternal power, Christ’s saving grace, and the continued work of the Holy Spirit—we undertake our mission: Branching into Ministry, Growing in Faith, Rooted in Heritage.

The Candidate

A combination of spiritual gifts, personal talents and skills, and a leadership style that balances vision, compassion, and organizational savvy. Here's a breakdown:

Spiritual Gifts

Teaching – Clear, impactful communication of Scripture.

Shepherding (Pastoral Care) – Nurturing and caring for the spiritual well-being of others.

Leadership – Guiding the church with vision and purpose.

Wisdom and Discernment – Making sound decisions aligned with God’s will.

Exhortation – Encouraging and uplifting others, especially in spiritual matters.

Talents and Skills

1. Effective Communication

o Preaching and public speaking

o Active listening and counseling

o Conflict resolution

2. Organizational & Strategic Leadership

o Vision casting

o Strategic planning and goal setting

o Delegation and staff/volunteer development

3. Relational Intelligence

o Building trust and empathy

o Cross-cultural and intergenerational sensitivity

o Team building and collaboration

4. Administrative and Managerial Skills

o Budgeting and financial oversight

o Managing staff and volunteers

o Event and program planning

5. Digital and Cultural Relevance

o Navigating social media and online ministry

o Understanding and engaging contemporary cultural issues

Leadership

1. Servant Leadership

o Prioritizing the needs of others; modeled after Christ (John 13).

o Emphasizes humility, empathy, and stewardship.

2. Transformational Leadership

o Inspiring and motivating the congregation toward a shared mission.

o Focuses on vision, innovation, and growth.

3. Collaborative Leadership

o Empowering others to lead and contribute.

o Promotes shared responsibility and lay leadership.

4. Adaptive Leadership

o Navigating change and ambiguity well.

o Learns from feedback and shifts strategies as needed.

Benefits

The Compensation

$66,678.83

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 Lead Pastor for FCC?

Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Lead Pastor at FCC?

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

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@LancasterSearch.com

Pastor - First Christian Church (Medina, OH)