Senior Pastor: Cedar OPC
Reformed Theological Seminary, Jenison, MI, United States
Cedar Church is seeking a Senior Pastor to shepherd a healthy, stable, and growing congregation near Grand Rapids, Michigan. The pastor will focus on expository preaching, discipleship, and pastoral care, supported by a highly engaged and collaborative Session that shares leadership responsibility.
Cedar is a warm, intergenerational church committed to Reformed theology, vibrant worship, and active outreach locally and globally. This structure allows the Senior Pastor to lead without carrying every aspect of ministry alone.
Located in Ottawa County—one of the fastest-growing areas in West Michigan—Cedar offers a flourishing, family-rich community near Lake Michigan. The region includes many NAPARC churches, providing strong presbytery collaboration and meaningful pastoral support. Congregational Profile Link Cedar Church Web Page
Position Qualifications
Ordained (or ordainable) in the OPC
Deep commitment to Scripture and the Westminster Standards
Demonstrates strength in faithful, clear expository preaching and teaching
Strong shepherding heart with relational pastoral care skills
Proven ability to equip, disciple, and develop leaders
Collaborative leadership style; works well with engaged elders and shared governance
Demonstrated character marked by humility, integrity, and spiritual maturity
Heart for both local outreach and global missions
Able to lead without micromanaging, strengthening existing healthy ministriesA strong opportunity for an experienced Associate Pastor ready to transition into a Senior Pastor role
Application Deadline 05/15/2026
Job Type Full Time
Salary Range $90k+
Contact (616) 437-7282
Church/Organization Name Cedar OPC
Organization Type Orthodox Presbyterian Church (OPC)
City, State Jenison, MI
Description of Organization Cedar Church (OPC) is a healthy, stable, and growing congregation in West Michigan marked by faithful biblical teaching, warm fellowship, and shared leadership. Rooted in Reformed theology, Cedar is an intergenerational church committed to worship, discipleship, and meaningful community life. The congregation is supported by a highly engaged Session, fostering a collaborative ministry culture and allowing pastoral leadership to focus on preaching, shepherding, and equipping others. With active local outreach, global missions involvement, and strong connections within a broader network of like-minded churches, Cedar offers both theological depth and relational warmth in a thriving, family-oriented community. Congregational Profile Link Cedar Church Web Page
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Cedar is a warm, intergenerational church committed to Reformed theology, vibrant worship, and active outreach locally and globally. This structure allows the Senior Pastor to lead without carrying every aspect of ministry alone.
Located in Ottawa County—one of the fastest-growing areas in West Michigan—Cedar offers a flourishing, family-rich community near Lake Michigan. The region includes many NAPARC churches, providing strong presbytery collaboration and meaningful pastoral support. Congregational Profile Link Cedar Church Web Page
Position Qualifications
Ordained (or ordainable) in the OPC
Deep commitment to Scripture and the Westminster Standards
Demonstrates strength in faithful, clear expository preaching and teaching
Strong shepherding heart with relational pastoral care skills
Proven ability to equip, disciple, and develop leaders
Collaborative leadership style; works well with engaged elders and shared governance
Demonstrated character marked by humility, integrity, and spiritual maturity
Heart for both local outreach and global missions
Able to lead without micromanaging, strengthening existing healthy ministriesA strong opportunity for an experienced Associate Pastor ready to transition into a Senior Pastor role
Application Deadline 05/15/2026
Job Type Full Time
Salary Range $90k+
Contact (616) 437-7282
Church/Organization Name Cedar OPC
Organization Type Orthodox Presbyterian Church (OPC)
City, State Jenison, MI
Description of Organization Cedar Church (OPC) is a healthy, stable, and growing congregation in West Michigan marked by faithful biblical teaching, warm fellowship, and shared leadership. Rooted in Reformed theology, Cedar is an intergenerational church committed to worship, discipleship, and meaningful community life. The congregation is supported by a highly engaged Session, fostering a collaborative ministry culture and allowing pastoral leadership to focus on preaching, shepherding, and equipping others. With active local outreach, global missions involvement, and strong connections within a broader network of like-minded churches, Cedar offers both theological depth and relational warmth in a thriving, family-oriented community. Congregational Profile Link Cedar Church Web Page
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