JOB DESCRIPTION

Areas of Responsibility
Preaching and TeachingEnsures that preaching and teaching is biblical and relevant
Plans and delivers engaging, life-transforming worship in partnership with the Music Director and other participants
Administers the sacraments regularly and reverently
Coordinates/communicates ministry plans and activities with other staff, as appropriate, to ensure a coordinated work effort and “team” approach

LeadershipServes as the spiritual and organizational leader of First Reformed Church of Sioux Falls
Functions as President of Consistory and non-voting member of the Administration Team.
Serves, equips and guides staff and ministry leaders
Provides support and consultation as requested to all ministry teams
Trains leaders, elders and deacons to effectively minister in their roles
Maintains regular office hours at the church and is reasonably accessible

Outreach and Community EngagementActively participates in the life and events of our community
Cooperates with local churches, missions and faith-based organizations to share Christ’s love and light
Leads the congregation in local, regional and global outreach
Represents the congregation in the community and denomination.

Pastoral CareWorks closely with the Care Ministry Team to ensure that all members, adherents, and families receive regular pastoral support
Provides leadership to welcome and engage guests and new members
Ensures opportunities to meet with people who seek counseling
Conducts weddings and funerals as available and requested
Upholds harmony within the church, maintains appropriate confidentiality, and demonstrates professionalism in all interactions

AccountabilityAccountable to Consistory through the Board of Elders and accountable to the Alliance of Reformed Churches

Professional QualificationsAdvanced theological training from an accredited institution
Demonstrates a thorough working knowledge of the Bible, First Reformed Church's Statement of Faith and the strategic proprieties, unifying beliefs, creeds and confessions of the Alliance of Reformed Churches
Be ordained or ordainable by the Alliance of Reformed Churches
Previous experience in pastoral ministry preferred

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