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CtK’s founding Pastor Craig Bollinger plans to retire after 32+ years on 1/1/26. We are looking to bring in a new Lead Pastor within the next 6-12 months to assume that role with Pastor Craig serving in a support role until he retires. Pastor Craig will continue as a member of CtK and focus on helping further develop our mission programs.

Our Lead Pastor serves as a spiritual leader and guide within the community, responsible for nurturing the faith of congregants in their personal relationship with Jesus Christ and fostering a welcoming environment. This role involves preaching, teaching, and counseling while actively engaging with the community to promote growth and development of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The Pastor will work collaboratively with church leadership, volunteers and our partner organizations to plan and execute church programs, services, and events.

Duties
– Deliver engaging sermons and teachings that inspire and educate the congregation.
– Provide pastoral care through counseling, support during crises, officiating funerals and weddings.
– Lead Christ the King’s vision forward and give oversight to events and worship services that break down barriers to Christ and create a welcoming community.
– Lead Bible studies, quarterly mid-week worship services, and other gatherings to encourage community involvement.
– Collaborate with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and outreach initiatives. Meet with volunteer leadership for training

Skills
– Strong public speaking abilities to effectively present messages in a compelling manner.
– Excellent communication skills for engaging with diverse groups within the congregation.
– Proven leadership skills to guide teams and inspire volunteers in various church activities.
– Crisis management capabilities to support congregants during challenging times.

Qualifications
-MDiv or equivalent.
-Ability to preach and teach from the Bible (expository preaching and teaching).
-Experience as a pastor of congregation with 350 -400 in weekly attendance.
-Experience leading a team of seven or more staff members.
-Agreement with the Faith and Practice of the Lutheran Congregations for Mission in Christ and Christ the King’s Statement of Faith is required

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: TBD based on experience

Benefits:
· Flexible schedule
· Health insurance
· Paid time off
· Retirement plan

Experience:
· Minimum 10 years of increasingly responsible pastoral duties.
· Preaching/teaching on a regular basis.
· Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals.
· Solid understanding of Church Councils, Boards, volunteer groups.
· Have a strong vision for the Church, including strategic planning and outreach activities.

Ability to Relocate:
· Must be willing to live within Christ the King’s primary membership area. The church is located at 13501 S Tryon St. You will find Charlotte to be a wonderful place to live with a great quality of life, rich cultural & recreational activities, and a mild climate with four seasons, a welcoming diverse community, outstanding schools on all levels, a great food scene, strong health care, and an international airport.

Work Location: In person.