Preaching Minister

Cross Creek Church in Jamestown, Kentucky, is prayerfully seeking a Christ-centered and mission-minded Lead Minister excited about relational discipleship, teaching the Word, and engaging the community.

This role is a natural fit for those with theological training from an accredited seminary or university with a heart for Restoration Movement theology, congregational ministry, and church growth. With our founding minister recently retired due to health reasons, we are seeking a leader who wants to help shape the next chapter of this congregation’s ministry. Open to new or recent graduates, this is a unique opportunity to step into a supportive, ready-to-grow congregation that supports ongoing development opportunities for our
new minister to continue to grow spiritually and professionally.

Ideal Candidates Will:
Preach and teach with biblical depth and practical relevance, committed to Biblical authority
Enjoy building relationships across generations, showing their love for Jesus by loving people
Work alongside elders, leadership board, ministry team volunteers, and administrative staff
Approach ministry with humility, creativity, and teamwork.
Continue a community presence of the church beyond the walls of the physical building with engagement activities and programs
Inspire and motivate members to use their gifts and talents for God and the growth of the church
Can undergo and pass standard criminal and child protection background checks Ministry Responsibilities Include:

Weekly preaching, invitation, and communion. Pastoral care, local outreach, ministry development, weddings/funerals, engaging with both church and community.

Why Consider This Role?
Supportive and unified leadership and congregation
Community hungry for authentic relationships and spiritual growth
Beautiful, affordable rural community near Lake Cumberland
High tourism area offering unique outreach opportunities
Opportunity to start ministries, not just maintain existing
Land with room to grow

Compensation:

Package of $30,000–$50,000 depending on experience/needs, including salary, housing allowance, and health considerations, in a safe and affordable community.

Interested candidates may submit a resume and cover letter to rondonnadiaz@gmail.com . Please include what led you to ministry and your vision as a minister, as well as sermon links if available.