The 2013-2017 version of the Manual is no longer in effect. Please visit https://nazarene.org/manual for the current version.
Search the Manual
Quick Reference
More Information
Search the Manual
513
A pastor is an ordained elder or licensed minister (elder track) who, under the call of God and His people, has the oversight of a local church. A pastor in charge of a local church is an assigned minister. (115, 210, 531.4)