Cornerstone Community Church love God and love others 300 Country Club Drive Incline Village, NV 89451 775-831-6626 www.cornerstonecommunity.net
Welcome Dear Senior Pastor Candidate, We would like to invite you to review the enclosed informa on and see if God leads you to consider ministering at Cornerstone Community Church. As a church body, we are praying diligently for our next Senior Pastor. In addi on, we are encouraged by knowing that God is in control, and already at work in the life of His choice of our shepherd and leader among equals. Cornerstone Community Church is a church family with a rich heritage in Nevada. We enjoy a scenic landscape that provides a glimpse of God s majesty; with extraordinary recrea onal opportuni es, a high quality of life and low crime rates. We are confident that God is at work within the Cornerstone community, and in your life as well. If the Holy Spirit is leading you in our direc on, please contact us. In the mean me, please join us in prayer as we pursue God s will in our search. Serving our Lord in Unity, Cornerstone Community Church 2
History new church began in Incline Village, Nevada A in 1987. It was planted as a mission by the First Bap st Church of Carson City, Nevada. The first pastor was Terry Arnold who also pastored in Carson City. He did double duty for both churches un l First Bap st Incline found a pastor. In the fall of 1988, Henry Cannington was named Pastor-Appren ce of First Bap st Church of Incline Village. He was a graduate of New Orleans Bap st Theological Seminary. At that me, the church had 35 charter members. A er mee ng at several small sites, the church moved to the Croom Theatre at Sierra Nevada College. In 1989, the church was formally incorporated (cons tuted) and a covenant was adopted. The congrega on had grown to 53 members. At this me, the church started to pray for land for a church building. In December 1990, the church received a $500,000 gi of 2 acres of land at Country Club and Tahoe Blvd. The donors were not members of the church. On January 1, 1991, Danny Bell came to pastor the church. S ll mee ng at the Sierra Nevada College, the congrega on began to plan the new building. This was the start of many good years of growth and success for the church body in Incline Village. Groundbreaking began on the property on July 31,1994. The congrega on moved into the new church building January 21,1996. Unfortunately, the building proved to be too small from the beginning, par cularly in terms of classrooms. Nevertheless 8 years at the church were filled with growth, gospel preaching, good music and fellowship. Many church events also occurred at the lake with bap sms, barbecues and other special occasions. A er exploring many op ons around the area, it was decided to build again on the same property. This me the building was to be larger and more accommoda ng for church needs. In 2001, it was decided to change the name and affilia on from First Bap st to North Tahoe Community Church. The church was now nondenomina onal. In 2002, the congrega on moved to Incline High School gym for what would be 12 long years. Planning began for the next facility as builders and architects were found and came together as a team. Among these were Jim Costalupes, builder, Doug Eddy, architect and Rick Jackson, electrician. Demoli on began in September 2007. Construc- on began in 2007-2008. Of course, the economic downturn of that period was not helpful to the project. In August 2009, Danny Bell le a er 18 years. It was a blow to the congrega on to lose the Bell family. It cannot be overemphasized that many good things happened in those 18 years. Now the church was faced with a par allyfinished building and no pastor. Many were discouraged and some le. At this me, Eileen May found a church we could partner with un l we got through the storm. Lifepoint Church in Minden helped us survive by sending pastors/ speakers and musicians to assist us. In that group was Craig Fuller who became our next pastor. As a CPA, Craig was well-equipped to help us through the fundraising and building details during this period. He preached and taught from 2010 through October 2013. Bre Franklin assisted him during this me. Bre became our next pastor a er Craig. Bre helped us to open our new building. The church grew under his leadership. It was his idea to rename the church as we were no longer affiliated with Lifepoint. Cornerstone Community Church was named based on scripture of Jesus being the Cornerstone of our church. Bre con nued as Pastor un l November of 2016. It should be men oned that a core group of people have remained faithful during the difficult mes. God has always been faithful and taught us through the trials. We eagerly await the future He has planned with our new pastor. To be con nued 3
Statement of Faith 1.1 The Trinity It is the tes mony of both the Old and New Testaments and of the Chris an Church that God is both One and Triune. The Biblical revela on tes fies that there is only one God and that He is eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. A. God the Father God the Father is the Creator and Sustainer of all things, and He created the universe in love. He created man in His image for fellowship and called man back to Himself through Christ a er the rebellion and fall of man. B. The Son Jesus Christ is eternally God. He was together with the Father and the Holy Spirit from the beginning, and through Him all things were made. For man s redemp on, He le heaven and became incarnate by the Holy Spirit through the virgin Mary; henceforth, He is forever one Christ with two natures God and man in one person. C. The Holy Spirit The Holy Spirit is God, the Lord and giver of life, who was ac ve in the Old Testament and given to the Church in fullness at Pentecost. He empowers the saints for service and witness; cleanses man from the old nature and conforms us to the image of Christ. The bap sm in the Holy Spirit, subsequent to conversion, releases the fullness of the Spirit and is evidenced by the fruits and gi s of the Holy Spirit. 1.2 The Scripture We affirm that the Bible, containing the Old and New Testaments, is alone the only infallible, inspired Word of God, and its authority is ul mate, final and eternal. It cannot be added to, subtracted from or superseded in any regard. The Bible is the source of all doctrine, instruc on, correc on and reproof. It contains all needed for guidance in godliness and prac cal Chris an conduct. 1.3 The Atonement Christ s vicarious death on the cross paid the penalty for the sins of the whole world, but its benefits are only applicable to those who receive Jesus as personal Savior. Healing body, soul and spirit and all of God s provisions for His saints, are provided for all in atonement, but these must be appropriated by faith. 1.4 Salva on The Word of God declares clearly salva on is a free gi of God, based on the merits of the death of His Son, and is appropriated by faith. Salva on is affected by personal repentance, belief in the Lord Jesus (jus fica on) and personal acceptance of Him into one s life as Lord and Savior (regenera on). The new life in Christ includes the privileges of adop on and inheritance in the Kingdom of God s beloved Son. Salva on is an act of free will in response to God s personal love for mankind. Salva on should produce an ac ve lifestyle of loving obedience and service to Jesus Christ our Savior. 4
Statement of Faith 1.5 The Chris an Life We believe that the Scriptures portray the life of the saint in this world to be one of balance between what is imputed to us as Chris ans and what is imparted to us according to our faith and maturity. Therefore, God s provision for His children is total, and His promises are final and forever. The shortcomings of the individual and of the Church are because of the s ll progressing sanc fica on of the saints. The Chris an life is filled with trials, tests and warfare against a spiritual enemy. To remain faithful through all the circumstances of life requires dependence upon the Holy Spirit and a willingness to die to personal desires and passions. 1.6 The Church The goal of the church is to make disciples of all na ons and present the saints complete in Christ. The five-fold ministries listed in Ephesians 4 govern the church, along with the Elders and service of the Deacons, as well as other leadership roles men oned in Scripture. Church policy is a balance between congrega on and Eldership authority, emphasizing the final authority of the church leadership. It is essen al to the life of the church that scriptural pa erns of discipline are prac ced and that oversight for church discipline, individually and corporately, is exercised by the leadership of the church. 1.7 Bap sm and the Lord s Supper The Word of God places on the church two perpetual ordinances of the Lord Jesus Christ. The first, bap sm, is the outward sign of what God has already done in the individual s life and is a tes mony to all that the person now belongs to Jesus. It is iden fica on with Jesus and is effected in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. The Lord s Supper is a commemora on of the death of the Lord and is done in remembrance of Him un l He comes again; it is a sign of our loving par cipa on in Him. Bap sm is for those who have accepted Christ as their personal Savior and Lord. The Lord s Supper is open to anyone who desires to partake. 1.8 Eschatology We affirm the bodily, personal, second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ, the resurrec on of the saints, the millennium and the final judgment. The final judgment will determine the eternal status of both the saints and the unbelievers, determined by their personal rela onship to Jesus Christ. We affirm with the Bible the final state of the new heavens and the new earth. 5
Ministries Children s Ministries Contact: Debra Ornelas Purpose: To partner with parents to help our children grow confident in their rela onship with Jesus Christ and embrace His love. Ac vi es: Children s Sunday School (K-5), A er School program on Wednesdays Key Events: Passport to Peru: Discovering God s Good Gi s Vaca on Bible School, June 19-23, 2017 Comment: Need volunteers for nursery, toddler and pre-school ages. Youth Ministry Contact: Youth Minister posi on is vacant Purpose: To connect youth and parents with the message and Kingdom of Jesus Christ equipping youth to lead and serve and to connect with one another, the Body of Christ at Cornerstone, the local community and the world. Ac vi es: Weekly ac vi es for Middle School students with 11 adult leaders. Life Groups for Adults Contact: Neal Jones Purpose: To share God s Word and support others in their spiritual journey through homebased study, prayer, and care groups. Ac vi es: We are developing life groups to begin in the Summer and Fall of 2017. These small group study, prayer, and care groups will generally meet in the homes of members for the dura on of a planned study. There may be breaks between studies but the life groups intend to con nue over the course of many studies and include special ac vi es for fellowship and service to one another. We aspire to be the Church to one another. Comments: We need volunteers to host and provide hospitality for our mee ngs. Women s Ministry Contact: Dell Elias Mission Statement: Provides Christ-centered spiritual growth and encourage-ment for women in our shared journey of faith in order to deepen our rela onship with God and others. Ac vi es: Bible study for women on Wednesday evening and Thursday morning. Special events each month. Annual Conference for women each summer with worship and inspira onal speakers. Annual Christmas party for women. Men s Ministry Contact: Anthony Stevenson Mission Statement: To provide fellowship that challenges men to grow spiritually and serve others. Ac vi es: Men s breakfast the first Saturday of the month at 8 AM. Service projects are scheduled as needs arise. Recent ac vi es included clearing out the church closets, se ng up tables and chairs for church events, helping people move, minor repairs, assis ng with yard work. Recrea onal ac vi es being scheduled are a Reno Aces baseball game and another outdoor challenge course to encourage teamwork. Men s Bible Study Contacts: Neal Jones, Ron Falstad Purpose: To grow closer to Christ through the study of the Word and discussion with other Chris an men. Ac vi es: One hour study begins each Monday at 7 AM in the Upper Room of the church building. The topic periodically changes. Comment: May start a second study in the evening during the week to reach other men. 6
Ministries Family Life Ministries Contact Person: Ma hew Campbell Purpose: To strengthen rela onships through family oriented events. Ac vi es: Family Pu Pu Tournament July 15, 2017; others to be planned. Missions Team Contacts: Barry and Mary Beth Bale Purpose: For CCC to become passionate about God s heart for the lost and hur ng and to become proficient in ministry skills and proac vely involved in strategic outreach ministries locally, na onally and globally to spread the Word of God and reach people for Christ. Comment: See informa on on mission partners and ac vi es on the church website. Praise Team Contact: Shelia Leijon Purpose: To seek the heart of worship with praise and singing. Ac vi es: Musicians prac ce each week and plan the order of service. Tech team members control the lights, microphones/sound, and video for a smooth worship experience. Ushers Contact: Neal Jones Purpose: To serve the body of Christ gathered for Sunday service to provide the communion elements and collect the offering. Greeters Contact: Jamie Fellows Purpose: To greet those arriving at our church and to guide them in loca ng other church resources as needed such as children s ministries and church informa on. Hospitality Contact: Neal Jones Purpose: To show kindness by providing refreshments and drinks in the lobby on Sunday mornings. Communica ons Contacts: Ka e Stevenson monthly newsle er Briana Scheck website and Facebook page Ma hew Campbell church administrator Purpose: To improve communica on and the exchange of informa on among church members and with the community. To keep everyone informed about ac vi es, events, and needs of ministries in the church. Ac vi es: check with ministry leaders for informa on that should appear in the next month s newsle er. Make approved changes and addi ons to our website and Facebook page. Respond to general inquiries of the church and coordinate a variety of ac vi es. Around the Table Community Dinners Contact: Ma hew Campbell Purpose: Providing a meal and fellowship between members of our church and our neighbors. Ac vi es: Free meals served every Monday from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM Ministries of Assistance Contact: Ma hew Campbell Meal Train Purpose: Provide meals and suppor ve items to persons or family with an acute need due to illness or other problems Benevolence Purpose: Provide financial assistance for food or other immediate issues to those in need. Financial counseling and guidance may be required to receive support. Prayer as Ministry Cornerstone prac ces prayer and intercession in many forms. Most mee ngs and studies begin/end with prayer. At mes, we may lay hands on individuals to ask the Holy Spirit to guide them. Many prayers have been offered to our Good Shepherd for our coming pastor. Members ini ated a prayer service on Tuesday evenings. The praise team convenes a me of prayer each Sunday morning before service. Also, a group of prayer warriors have met a er Sunday service to pray for the church and individuals in need. 7
Current Situation Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Concerns Cornerstone Community Church is blessed with a well-established base of warm and friendly believers who desire to go deeper in the Word individually and corporately. Our modern church facility is conveniently located in the heart of what has been described as one of the most picturesque loca ons in all of North America. We have strong ministries for both our men s and women s groups, a great praise team and a burgeoning junior high youth group. Like many churches, we have a highly mo vated, albeit at mes overtasked, group of volunteers who help in many aspects of our church s programs such as our Monday Night Community Dinners. Our new Children s Ministry and Missions leaders are bringing in new energy, ideas and opportuni es that will help these programs to flourish. We are financially solid even with a large propor on of part- me residents and visitors. Although we have a strong core, we have lacked in overall organiza on, communica on and Pastoral/Board leadership in ministries. We currently lack a full program for our youth and struggle to staff children s Sunday school and the toddler room. We are also deficient in ministries to support our young adults, singles and large popula on of transient visitors. Cornerstone, like many midsized evangelical churches, has an abundance of opportuni es within the church body, within the communi es in which we reside and throughout all of God s wonderful crea on. Areas within the body include our high school and college ministries, Life Groups and a refocusing of the Board of Elders and future Board of Deacons. Cornerstone has had three Senior Pastors over the past 10 years. While all have been men of God who loved our church, we find ourselves yet again looking for a new one. We have been praying for God to reveal to us the Pastor that He has already chosen. We are striving to be pa ent, though ul and prayerful through this process and trust that He will lead the right man to our church. We rest assured that together we will thrive for many years and bring glory to His kingdom. 8
Desired Senior Pastor Profile Cornerstone Community Church in Incline Village, Nevada, is seeking a Senior Pastor for a mul cultural, mul -genera onal, non-denomina onal body of believers. Proclaimer Leader Administrator Communicator Shepherd Servant Outreach Delivers inspira onal sermons that boldly and skillfully communicate God s Word in a way that is relevant to today s world and daily life Dives deep into the Word and challenges the congrega on to grow in Christ. Preaches from scripture in a variety of styles with humor and humility Encourages, mentors, and develops Chris an leaders. Leads an effec ve ministry team within our church body Is capable of inspiring and mo va ng church members to use their me and talents in fulfilling the call of God in their lives Wishes to be the first among equals with the elder s board and shared leadership. Does not seek power for its own sake Works with the leadership team to create a vision and direc on for the church and then works with each ministry team to develop the structures and processes necessary to implement that vision Facilitates a culture of healthy and clear communica on. Successfully communicates a clear vision for the future of the church Has a shepherd s heart that loves people and seeks to encourage their growth and development Willing to be involved in the hurts, joys, and daily lives of the sheep Able to be an effec ve counselor, and address the basic counseling needs of our body while making referrals to professional counselors when appropriate A humble servant sensi ve to the leading of the Holy Spirit Passionate about sustaining and growing our congrega on through community outreach and involvement. Effec vely follows up with newcomers 9
Incline Village, NV at a Glance Nestled along the northern shores of Lake Tahoe, America's largest alpine lake, Incline Village is a paradise for adventurers. Named for the Great Incline Tramway built by loggers in 1878, today, Incline is home to some of Lake Tahoe's most stunning mountain retreats. The surrounding Sierra Nevada thrives in winter, drawing flocks of snow lovers to Diamond Peak, and the many other easily accessible ski resorts. The same peaks provide secluded hikes and spectacular mountain biking in the summer months. Summer in Lake Tahoe also brings the opportunity for golf at many world class courses. In addi on to some of Lake Tahoe's most beau ful beaches, residents gain access to a private community beach, recrea on center, and a na onally-recognized tennis center. Foodies will love the huge variety of restaurants, from fine dining to cozy cafes. Lake Tahoe also provides some of the worlds most scenic boa ng opportuni es. Crime: The overall crime rate in Incline Village is 59% lower than the na onal average Incline Village is safer than 56% of the ci es in the United States Educa on: The average school test scores in Incline Village are 8% lower than the na onal average 92.9% of people in Incline Village have completed 8th grade 92.8% of people in Incline Village have completed high school 51.5% of people in Incline Village have completed a bachelors degree Cost of living: The cost of housing in Incline Village is 216% higher than the na onal average The cost of living in Incline Village is 70% higher than the na onal average Washoe County sales tax is 8.26% Nevada has no state income tax Employment: The income per capita in Incline Village is 67% higher than the na onal average The median household income in Incline Village is 31% higher than the na onal average The unemployment rate in Incline Village is 12% lower than the na onal average The poverty level in Incline Village is 24% lower than the na onal average Housing: The median home price in Incline Village is 287% higher than the na onal average The median rent asked in Incline Village is 50% higher than the na onal average Weather: On average, there are 249 sunny days per year in Incline Village. The July high is around 80 degrees. The January low is 19 Incline Village, gets 23 inches of rain per year. The US average is 39. Snowfall is 288 inches. The average US city gets 26 inches of snow per year. The number of days with any measurable precipita on is 72 The pollu on index in Incline Village is 88% be er than the na onal average 10