Pastor

This is either a Full Time or a Bi-vocational applicants are welcome

LEADING:

Plan and conduct the worship service: including preparing and delivering the sermons and leading the observance of ordinances.
Lead the church in an effective program of witnessing and in a caring ministry for persons in the church and community.
Leading in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the total program of the church.
Attend council and committee meetings, and work with the deacons, church officers, and the councils as they perform their responsibilities.
Cooperate with associational, state, and denominational leaders in matters of mutual interest and concern, and keep the church informed of denominational development.

PASTORAL CARE:

Extend care to individuals or families through one-on-one contact
Visits individuals who are in hospitals, nursing homes, or homebound
Stay in contact with those who are recovering at home
Contact prospective members
Contact those who have become inactive in church
Contact people experiencing crisis or spiritual needs
Guide people in times of anxiety, confusion, and doubt
Be available for individual or family counseling
Be there for people during times of celebration and times of grief
Visit or contact individuals who are having diagnostic tests or procedures and support the family
Involve couples in pre-marriage counseling
Perform marriage ceremonies
Visit families that have lost a loved one
Officiate funeral services
Maintain 20 hours minimum office hours (flexible as approved by deacons) at the church
Other responsibilities as needed.

SALARY:

Commensurate with education and experience: $35,000 to $41,000

To apply for this job email your details to [email protected]