Men's and Women's
We teach a complementarian view of the roles of men and women within the church, that God assigns distinct yet complementary callings to each, and that He places equal value on the ministries of both men and women.
In this design, God calls qualified men to lead the church and their own families (1 Timothy 2:8–15). This is further clarified in 1 Timothy 3:1–7, which outlines the qualifications for pastoral leadership. These men demonstrate their readiness to shepherd God’s church by first leading themselves and their households well. Their responsibilities include preaching, casting vision, and providing spiritual instruction to the entire congregation.
While Scripture assigns the pastoral office to men, this does not imply that pastors lead in isolation or without the wisdom and contribution of others. Pastors serve alongside the congregation, including women and women leaders, listening to their insight and valuing their counsel. Yet when it comes to direction and accountability, the pastor bears the responsibility of servant leadership, humbly taking the helm while serving the body.
Ultimately, both male and female leaders are called to walk in unity and to submit to the direction and governance established within the church, working together for the glory of God and the building up of His people.
In this design, God calls qualified men to lead the church and their own families (1 Timothy 2:8–15). This is further clarified in 1 Timothy 3:1–7, which outlines the qualifications for pastoral leadership. These men demonstrate their readiness to shepherd God’s church by first leading themselves and their households well. Their responsibilities include preaching, casting vision, and providing spiritual instruction to the entire congregation.
While Scripture assigns the pastoral office to men, this does not imply that pastors lead in isolation or without the wisdom and contribution of others. Pastors serve alongside the congregation, including women and women leaders, listening to their insight and valuing their counsel. Yet when it comes to direction and accountability, the pastor bears the responsibility of servant leadership, humbly taking the helm while serving the body.
Ultimately, both male and female leaders are called to walk in unity and to submit to the direction and governance established within the church, working together for the glory of God and the building up of His people.