Job Opportunities

Full time Senior Pastor

Religious | United Church of Christ

St. John's United of Christ
123 North 6th Street
Boonville, IN 47601
https://stjohnsuccboonville.com

 

Full-Time

Posted: Jan 26, 2023

Application Deadline: Jul 25, 2023

Description


Leading the planning and organization of worship and music

Participating in worship including sermon preparation and preaching

Developing and supporting the lay leadership of the Church

Helping to develop and implement mission opportunities for service to church members and the larger community

Pastoral care (in collaboration with lay people)

Officiation at weddings and funerals for participants in our church community

Being a ministerial presence at church events

Professional development, study, and prayer to increase faith and to improve skills to continuously improve as a leader, teacher and preacher

Planning and administration of Christian Formation programs for all ages

Direct supervision of the Church Secretary, Organist and Custodian

Salary: $30K-$59K

Requirements


Love the Lord Jesus, be committed to Him and His Word

Display the characteristics of a leader as described in 1 Peter 5, Titus 1 and 1 Timothy 3

Passion for the scriptures and their communication to others

Shepherd those within and outside of the faith to bring them into closer relationship with Jesus Christ

Demonstrate humility while offering vision and oversight of the church ministry

Capable of working on a team towards a shared goal

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Theology, Ministry, ore Biblical studies, or the equivalent relevant experience

Five years of ministry experience or a combination of education and experience preferred, but not essential

How to Apply


Please submit a cover letter providing background about yourself, sharing your statement of faith and philosophy of ministry.

Also please include your resume with three references.

Primary Contact: Christian Decker

Email: Stjohnsucc1sheila@gmail.com

Phone: 812-897-1441