Lead Pastor - Sent Life Fellowship

Lead Pastor - Sent Life Fellowship

 

Pastor Job Description - Sent Life Fellowship
Lead Pastor Opportunity – Sent Life Fellowship | Vernal, Utah

Sent Life Fellowship, a non-denominational, elder-lead Christian church located in the heart of
Vernal, Utah, is prayerfully seeking a Lead Pastor who is deeply committed to the Word of God,
passionate about discipleship, and ready to shepherd a vibrant and growing congregation.

About Us
Sent Life Fellowship exists to glorify God by making disciples who are sent to live out the gospel
in the Uintah Basin and beyond. We are a community built on strong biblical teaching, servant
hearted, with a steadfastness to living a life of prayer. As a nondenominational church, we hold
firm to foundational Christian beliefs and wish for our church to grow spiritually and not just in
numbers.

Mission:
We are sent by God to lovingly serve the lost and disciple the found
Vision:
Sent Life aims to equip obedient disciples of all ages to grow each day and share His love
through service.

The Lead Pastor will serve as the spiritual leader and shepherd of Sent Life Fellowship. While
prioritizing biblical teaching and discipleship, the pastor is expected to embrace the following
roles and responsibilities:
Spiritual Leadership & Teaching
● Preach a minimum of three out of four Sundays per month
● Lead with a strong foundation in biblical truth and doctrine
● Foster a culture of discipleship within the church body
● Be growth-minded—spiritually, personally, and within the church community
● Promote and model a lifestyle of personal devotion, prayer, and integrity
Pastoral Care
● Officiate weddings and funerals as needed
● Provide biblical counseling for individuals, couples, and families
● Shepherd the congregation with compassion, wisdom, and humility

● Be available and approachable for pastoral support and presence in times of
need
Youth & Family Ministry
● Take active leadership or oversight in youth ministry
● Mentor and support young families and the next generation
● Encourage family involvement in the life and mission of the church
Community & Congregational Engagement
● Build personal connections with church members and visitors
● Be hospitable and involved in the local Vernal community
● Participate in outreach efforts and represent Sent Life well in public
Leadership & Development
● Cares for and encourages all generations represented in our congregation
● Work alongside elders and ministry leaders in vision casting and implementation
● Participate in or pursue continuing education (conferences, courses, study,
etc.)
● Encourage and support leadership development within the church
Service & Stewardship
● Demonstrate a heart for serving others, both within and outside the church
● Be a faithful steward of church resources—financial, relational, and spiritual
● Encourage a culture of generosity, mission, and accountability

Qualifications:
● Education: A 4-year seminary degree and/or comparable ministry experience
(preferred)
● Experience: Demonstrated leadership in roles such as elder, associate pastor, or
interim pastor
● Leadership: Capable of taking spiritual and administrative responsibility for the
entire congregation

How to Apply:
If one feels called to lead and love the Sent Life Fellowship family, we invite one to submit an
application: 

Join us in living the Sent Life—where faith, discipleship, and mission intersect to impact the
world for Christ.