Senior Pastor Centerpoint Church Pagosa Springs, CO Category: Senior Pastor Posted on: January 31, 2010
Job Description:
Profile of God's Man for Centerpoint
It is a given that all pastors of Centerpoint are zealous to defend Christ and His Word and teach the doctrine on which the church was founded. However, there are other characteristics that the members of Centerpoint deem important and desirable. These are listed below.
Characteristics that are of Highest Importance
Gifted teacher
Preaches inspiring sermons
Promotes spiritual development of attendees
Nurtures others and grows personally
Emphasizes strong families
Characteristics that are Important
Emphasizes evangelism
Counsels biblically
Involves laity in planning and leadership
Promotes responsible stewardship of the spiritual gifts and
resources of the church
Communicates well with youth
Qualities that are of the Highest Importance
Biblical emphasis
Integrity
Spiritual maturity
Spiritual development skills
Leadership Skills
Team Player
The Current Culture of Centerpoint
Centerpoint Church is located in the year-round resort community of Pagosa Springs which is in the southwest area of Colorado. It is 277 miles southwest of Denver, 160 miles north of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and 61 miles east of Durango, Colorado. There are approximately 1,700 people living in Pagosa Springs and 12,000 people county wide.
The following areas define the culture of the church.
1. Christ Centered
Centerpoint was founded and continues today centered on Jesus Christ and His Word; in its teaching, worship, programs, and discipleship.
2. Church Government
Centerpoint is a Southern Baptist Church and has been a ¡§Pastor Lead¡¨ church.
The church has a constitution and operations manual that guide decision-making.
The deacons have a history of serving and supporting the ministry of the church at the direction of the Senior Pastor
Recent survey results indicate that the congregation desires a structural change.
3. Teaching Style
The church is characterized by a strong commitment to exegetical Bible teaching. We are used to both verse by verse and topical teaching centered on the Word of God
4. The Staff
The church staff is a combination of associate pastors and lay directors plus administrative support. The staff is directed by the Sr. Pastor. A majority of the lay staff are also members or attendees of the church.
5. How the Work Gets Done
Centerpoint has always been a church of people who are committed to high levels of involvement and service. We depend largely on volunteerism to run the church. There are a few people who are paid to work in the nursery or perform key administrative or ministry functions. The maintenance of the church is carried out by a combination of paid and volunteer people.
6. Missions
Our focus comes from Acts 1:8 where we are mandated to reach out to our Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria and the uttermost parts of the world
