Congregation Lead PastorChrist Church

Non-Denominational

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 4,500

Meet Christ Church

Christ Church is located in Phoenix, Arizona with congregations in Mesa, Gilbert, Central Phoenix and Peoria, reaching over 4,500 people weekly.  At Christ Church, they fly one flag—Christ crucified. He’s the one deserving worship. He’s the one proclaimed. He’s the one worthy of following. They are defined unequivocally by being doxological – the church exists to see and savor the glory of God and make much of Jesus; missional – in that they are on the move, desiring to do everything they can to effect change in people’s lives;  and intentional – having an awareness of the non-churched, seeking to remove barriers and having cultural sensitivity without compromise. Christ Church prioritizes transformation and life change, and loves to tell and testify to the stories that demonstrate the power of the gospel. 

They are an inviting, Christ-centered church where everyone is welcomed. Since launching in 2012 with a core group, Christ Church has grown significantly in Phoenix in weekly attendance across multiple congregations in the city.  They offer vibrant worship services where people experience the manifest presence of God. They have engaging programs for children, youth, young adults and adults, and a variety of opportunities to get involved through groups and studies. 

About the Congregation Lead Pastor

The Congregation Lead Pastor for the Peoria Campus is a unique role tailored for a leader who loves people and loves preaching. As the primary vision carrier and leader for the congregation, they are the primary stage presence, focused on the weekend service, shepherding the congregation, and leading the local ministry team. The Congregation Lead Pastor oversees the Congregation Executive Pastor and the campus staff, providing leadership, direction, and accountability while partnering with the senior leadership team on organizational priorities and operational alignment.
This role allows the pastor to dedicate significant time to shepherding the congregation, preaching, developing leaders, and engaging relationally with people, while ensuring that discipleship and the mission of Christ Church are being advanced through the weekend services and ministries at Peoria.

The Congregation Lead Pastor’s responsibilities include:

Public Leadership & Weekend Experience

• Serve as the primary stage leader, vision carrier, and influencer for the Peoria congregation.
• Deliver expository and application-driven sermons.
• Ensure the pulpit ministry and discipleship is consistent with the theology, philosophy, and excellence of Christ Church.
• Pastoral oversight responsibility of the weekend services, ensuring every aspect of the gathering aligns with the documents of Christ Church.

Shepherding & Care

• Function as a relationally accessible pastor who ensures the congregation feels known and loved.
• Pursue the assimilation, spiritual formation, and mobilization of the congregation.
• Care for individuals to pursue Christ-likeness and reinforce behaviors and values associated with Christ Church.
• Personally engage in relationships with members for the benefit of their discipleship.

Team Leadership & Development

• Act as the leader among equals on the campus pastoral team.
• Identify, recruit, and develop qualified, likeminded leaders at the campus, including pastors and deacons.
• Partner with other members of the central pastoral team to defend sound doctrine and engage in a unified mission.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Congregation Lead Pastor:

Education and Experience

• At least 5 years of ministry experience, demonstrating maturity and the ability to effectively interact with God’s Word.
• An undergraduate degree is required; a seminary degree is desired or the candidate must be willing to pursue one.
• Prior campus pastor or multi-site experience is helpful but not explicitly required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional communicator and preacher/teacher.
• Strategic leadership and detail-oriented organization.
• High Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and people smarts.
• Ability to carry a central vision while contextualizing it for the local congregation.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

• Must be a married male.
• Meets the biblical qualifications of a pastor outlined in 1 Timothy.
• “Hungry, Humble, Smart” – eager to work, confident yet deeply humble, and highly collaborative.
• Must be a strong leader, have a good sense of humor, and be able to thrive in a playful, prayerful and unapologetically driven for the Kingdom culture.
• A high capacity leader who is motivated by working for God and excels at self-leadership.

What it’s like to live in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix, the capital and largest city of Arizona, is located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert. As the center of the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, it blends a vibrant urban core with expansive suburban communities like Mesa, Gilbert, Peoria, Chandler and more. The city is known for its warm climate, abundant sunshine throughout the year, and a landscape defined by beautiful desert scenery and surrounding mountain ranges. Residents enjoy a growing culinary scene, arts and cultural institutions, museums, and professional sports teams including the Suns, Cardinals, and Diamondbacks, as well as ASU athletics. Outdoor recreation is a major part of life here, with popular local parks and hiking spots like Camelback Mountain and South Mountain Park, along with easy access to weekend destinations such as Sedona, Flagstaff, and the Grand Canyon.

The region boasts high accessibility, making it easy to get around the large city and its surrounding suburbs. It is a highly desirable place to raise a family, offering amazing public, private, and charter schools with excellent school choice options. The community is supported by a strong, growing economy. With low taxes, hospitable neighbors, and access to both big-city amenities and an incredible quality of life in the suburbs, the Phoenix area provides an exceptional atmosphere for families, young professionals, adults and retirees.