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Apply for This Job Senior Pastor Crossroads Community Church Ridgecrest, CA Posted: May 09, 2025     Job Information: Crossroads was established in 1990 when it was obvious our community could benefit from a different kind of church. Patterned after Willow Creek Community Church, our goal was to reach the unchurched or the poorly churched. At the time, we considered ourselves to be a "seeker church." Beginning as a home Bible study, Crossroads grew to an average weekly attendance of approximately 500. Great music, dramas, active life groups, robust missions work in the local community, and sermons that were relevant to a seeker of that day were our mainstay. It was and still is our goal to establish an environment where both mature Christians and those just exploring their faith are comfortable, learning, and growing. We remain steadfast in our mission: To glorify God by encouraging unchurched people into a fully devoted relationship with Jesus Christ. Post-COVID our attendance is stable yet smaller with weekly attendance around 250. An approach to effectively reach people today, is now more elusive to us. How a spiritually curious "seeker" thinks and feels is less clear to us. As a result, while Crossroads has a solid foundation from which to build, we recognize we are perhaps in need of a shift in approach as we look to backfill behind our retiring senior pastor. SENIOR PASTOR RESPONSIBILITIES - Model how to Biblically relate with your family, the congregation, the community, and unbelievers - Model personal evangelism - Member of the Board of Elders while being responsible for setting the priorities and for being the primary source of recommendations for this board - Lead communicator / teacher - Chief architect developing and executing an overarching strategy - Directly or through subordinates ensure the following: o A discipleship culture is developed and enabled o Ministries are effective o Leaders are equipped and empowered o Staff is well-managed o Counseling services are provided REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS - Demonstrated personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ - Evidence of the Biblical qualities of I Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9. - Evidence of a thorough understanding of the Bible (Seminary education is optional) - Demonstrated experience as an effective teacher - Previously served as a pastor - Demonstrated leadership experience COMPENSATION - The position is currently structured as full-time. For the right candidate, we may consider a part-time arrangement if that candidate has bi-vocational desires and an appropriate balance can be established. - Compensation will of course be dependent on full or part-time and will be commensurate with experience. Minimum compensation for a full-time position starts at $60,000 - Compensation will include salary, housing allowance and options for medical insurance and retirement contributions, all of which will be discussed during the interview process to best fit the candidate's needs. - A minimum of 4 weeks of paid vacation, but to be discussed at the appropriate time during the interview process. ABOUT RIDGECREST Found below are some links that may provide information about Ridgecrest and what life is like in California's High Desert area. About Ridgecrest: https://www.ridgecrest-ca.gov/294/About-Ridgecrest GoRidgecrest: https://goridgecrest.com/ Ridgecrest Real Estate: https://www.zillow.com/ridgecrest-ca/?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_content=12364776953|119398281753|kwd-424403079328|602850865190|&semQue=null&gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI2-D2mPXkigMVniNECB0LMzhaEAAYASAAEgKBxvD_BwE TO APPLY: Please provide the following to crossrdspastorsearch@gmail.com - A Cover Letter providing some personal background, a summary of your calling to ministry, and why you may be interested in this position. - A resume detailing your education/training, experience, and accomplishments - Links to recordings of at least three of your recent sermons (video links preferred) Questions about the position can also be sent to the above email. We look forward to partnering with you to jointly explore whether this opportunity is a good fit.     Position Information: Position Title: Senior Pastor Time: Full Time Category: Senior Pastor Salary: 60,000 -70,000 Denomination: Non-Denominational Worship Style: Contemporary Church Size: 250 - 500   Contact Information: Organization Name: Crossroads Community Church Address1: 235 N. China Lake Blvd Address2: City: Ridgecrest State or Province: CA ZIP Code: 93555 Country: USA Map this Organization: Map Contact Email: Contact this Organization   Pastorless Churches				Post a Job