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For the senior pastor position, please send application materials or inquiries to:

Application and Candidate Questionnaire

Oxford Valley Chapel Pulpit Committee
Email: pulpit@oxfordvalleychapel.org
Website: Senior Pastor Search | Oxford Valley Chapel 

Profile of the Church

Oxford Valley Chapel (OVC) is an independent fundamental local church committed to the truth of God’s Word, the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and the spiritual growth of His people. Our mission is to be passionate about rescuing lives and restoring relationships through saving faith in Jesus Christ and biblical mentoring.

We desire to be a church where Scripture guides our teaching, Christ remains central to our worship and ministry, believers grow through discipleship, and members care for one another as a spiritual family.

As we enter this season of pastoral transition, we are prayerfully seeking a pastor who will faithfully teach God’s Word, shepherd the congregation, equip believers for ministry, and help us reach our community with the Gospel.

Additional information regarding our history, congregation, community demographics, ministries, and current church life will be shared with qualified candidates during the search process. Candidates may also visit OVC’s website: https://oxfordvalleychapel.org

Position Description: Pastor

The pastor will provide biblical preaching, spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and oversight of the church’s ministries in accordance with Scripture and the church’s established beliefs and governance.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Prepare and deliver faithful, expository sermons from both the Old and New Testaments, teaching the whole counsel of God.
  • Lead with humility, integrity, and a commitment to Christ, modeling biblical character and servant leadership.
  • Provide biblical counseling, prayer, encouragement, discipleship, visitation, and ensure appropriate church discipline with the deacons.
  • Proclaim the Gospel, encourage personal evangelism, and equip the congregation to reach the surrounding community.
  • Help believers mature in their faith, strengthen Christian families, and develop a culture of biblical discipling.
  • Model a life of prayer and encourage corporate and individual dependence on Christ.
  • Work collaboratively with church leadership to plan ministries, communicate effectively, delegate responsibilities, and steward church resources.
  • Build healthy relationships with members, deacons, ministry leaders, and volunteers while fostering unity and accountability.

Profile of the Pastor We Are Seeking

We are seeking a pastor who demonstrates a genuine calling to ministry, loves Christ and His Church, and is committed to faithfully shepherding God’s people.

The ideal candidate will:

  • Meet the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership described in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1.
  • Demonstrate full commitment to the authority, sufficiency, and truth of Scripture and agreement with the church’s doctrinal statement.
  • Have a clear commitment to expository, Bible-centered preaching that prioritizes explaining and applying God’s Word over performance or entertainment.
  • Demonstrate sound biblical convictions regarding church leadership, discipleship, counseling, and the roles of men and women in the church.
  • Show humility, integrity, self-control, approachability, and a willingness to serve without seeking personal recognition.
  • Demonstrate a consistent commitment to prayer, evangelism, discipleship, and the spiritual well-being of the congregation.
  • Have the ability to lead responsibly, work collaboratively, manage ministry responsibilities, and communicate clearly.
  • If married, demonstrate a healthy Christian marriage, appropriate care for his family, and a commitment to maintaining biblical priorities at home and in ministry.
  • Have a history of active church membership, faithful Christian service, and credible references who can speak to his character and ministry.

We are looking for a shepherd — a pastor who will faithfully preach the Word, love the congregation, equip believers, and serve Christ with humility and conviction.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit:

  • A current résumé or ministry biography.
  • A personal testimony and description of their calling to pastoral ministry.
  • A statement of faith or summary of theological convictions.
  • Links to recent sermons or recorded preaching samples.
  • Contact information for pastoral and ministry references.
  • Answered questionnaires 

Please send application materials or inquiries to:

Application and Candidate Questionnaire

Oxford Valley Chapel Pulpit Committee
Email: pulpit@oxfordvalleychapel.org
Website: Senior Pastor Search | Oxford Valley Chapel 

We invite qualified candidates to prayerfully consider this opportunity to serve Christ and His people at Oxford Valley Chapel.