02/20/2026
✨✨We are hiring!✨✨
If interested in becoming the next senior pastor at Marysville Christian Church, please email [email protected] with your resume, cover letter, any sample links to previous sermons you have done. We prayerfully look forward to hearing from you soon!
Introduction:
Marysville Christian Church (MCC) is seeking a Biblically-based Lead Pastor with strong relational and leadership skills to lead our congregation of just under 200 people. We reside in Marysville, Ohio; a growing suburban city with strong, small-town character. Celebrating our church’s 50th anniversary, we are a committed group of believers, passionate in studying and growing in our faith. Our church’s maxim is, “Learn More, Love More, and Look More Like Jesus”. Beyond this principle, we are currently excelling in offering bible studies on Sunday mornings and throughout the week. We provide food and other items in our growing food pantry. We are also known for hosting a week long Vacation Bible School (VBS) in the summer. We seek to grow in our relationships with one another as well as increase in having more families with children joining our congregation.
MCC will be entering a new season of ministry with the upcoming retirement of our current Senior Pastor, who has served faithfully for over 17 years. This provides a unique opportunity for a new leader to step in and continue our mission. The position is expected to begin in late 2026 or early 2027 with an opportunity to work closely with the current Senior Pastor during the transition to ensure a seamless leadership handoff.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a Lead Pastor who has education, experience, and skills such as:
Holds a degree in theology, biblical studies, or a related field from an accredited institution, or has 1-5 years equivalent experience and knowledge.
Has at least 1-5 years experience in pastoral ministry, spiritual leadership, and community engagement.
Can prepare and deliver sermons on a weekly basis.
Has strong leadership skills to provide vision for the church, including:
Empowering and encouraging others.
Fostering a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Ability to delegate and recognize when he needs assistance and is comfortable requesting help when needed.
Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including:
Ability to connect with diverse groups within and outside of the congregation.
Working alongside the elders of the church and those who volunteer to serve in ministries.
Can resolve conflict and address problems forthrightly, with grace and humility.
Character
Spends time regularly with God, with the intent for building his personal relationship with Him. Seeks to personally apply what he has learned.
Exhibits Christ-like character suited for leadership, as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
Has a firm, consistent understanding of the Bible and is passionate to teach others.
Is committed to spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ, with a heart for furthering His Kingdom however God calls.
Can balance work/family life.
Responsibilities:
The Lead Pastor will be on site and prayerfully be responsible for the following:
Organization: The Lead Pastor will report to the Elder Board, as part of the leadership team where this team will hold each other mutually accountable.
Preaching & Teaching: Develop and deliver engaging, biblically-based weekly sermons, (range of weeks to be determined), as well as preach on special occasions and events. As part of a rotation of teachers, teach weekly Adult Christian Education as part of our Worship Service.
Worship & Services: Collaborate with the worship team to ensure that services are growth-oriented, spiritually enriching and meaningful.
Discipleship & Small Groups: Work with the Elder Board to lead the development of small group ministries and Bible studies, fostering a spiritually-encouraging community of deeper spiritual growth and discipleship.
Pastoral Care: Participate in providing pastoral care for MCC members and regular attendees, including hospital visits, counseling, and offering support during times of crisis.
Leadership & Vision: In conjunction with the Elder Board, establish and execute a strategic vision for the church’s growth, leadership development, and community outreach.
Collaboration: Work closely with MCC staff and volunteers to encourage the smooth operation of church ministries.
Ceremonies: Officiate weddings, funerals, baptisms, and dedications as required.
Staff Leadership & Collaborative Oversight: Lead and develop the MCC staff team, which could include a full-time or part-time Worship Leader, Office Manager, Youth Leader(s) and Children’s Director.
This involves facilitating consistent staff meetings for prayer, planning, and fostering spiritual alignment. Crucially, you will partner closely with the Elders, actively participating in their twice-monthly meetings (or as needed) to ensure staff direction and priorities are aligned with and support the overall Elder Board strategy.
