Religious | United Church of Christ
Full-Time
Posted: Apr 30, 2026
Application Deadline: Oct 21, 2026
Description
The Pastor will lead a welcoming, multigenerational congregation rooted in tradition and open to where God is calling us next. We are a community that values faith, fellowship, and service, cares deeply for one another, and seeks to live out Christ’s love in tangible ways. This role calls for a leader who is passionate about Bible based teaching, spiritual formation, and community engagement, who will guide worship with reverence and joy, nurture faith across all ages, and help us grow into a vibrant and connected church. We seek a collaborative pastor who brings energy, compassion, and vision and who will help us discern and follow God’s direction for our future.
We are located just outside Washington, Missouri, in New Haven, a small town that offers a strong sense of community and balance. What we value most about living here is the tight-knit, welcoming nature of the area, where it does not take long to feel at home and where you rarely meet a stranger. We have access to good schools that provide strong educational opportunities, and the active local organizations help keep the community engaged and working together in a spirit of unity. Life here offers a slower-paced rhythm that allows space to enjoy daily life, while still providing many opportunities for involvement and service for those who wish to stay active. Above all, the small-town family values create a supportive environment where people genuinely care for one another and where relationships are central.
We are seeking a minister who loves being with people, both in the church and in the community, and who is kind, loving, and curious. We value time together in many settings, including Sunday mornings, where our average attendance is around 120 people, and our total membership is approximately 400.
Salary: $60K-$89K
Requirements
We are seeking a Settled Pastor who:
- Demonstrates Christian faith and a strong commitment to Bible based preaching and teaching.
- Has theological education with training in theology, scripture, and ministry.
- Is ordained or eligible for ordination in a recognized Christian tradition.
- Has experience in pastoral leadership, including worship planning, preaching, and congregational care.
- Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and approachable leadership style.
- Has a passion for spiritual formation, discipleship, and faith development across all ages.
- Provides thoughtful guidance, vision, and leadership for the future of the church.
- Has organizational and administrative skills, including the ability to lead staff and manage church operations.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Lead weekly worship, including preaching, liturgy, and coordination with music and lay leaders.
- Foster faith formation across all ages, including leading children’s sermons and teaching confirmation class.
- Nurture spiritual growth through teaching, prayer, and discipleship.
- Provide pastoral care, including visitations, as well as officiating weddings and funerals.
- Develop and support lay leadership and church ministries.
- Engage the community and represent the church beyond its walls.
- Provide vision and strategic direction for the church’s future.
- Oversee administration, staff, and church operations.
- Participate in church governance and denominational life.
- Encourage stewardship and pursue ongoing spiritual and professional growth.
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Experience-based salary package
- Parsonage
How to Apply
If you are interested in serving our congregation, please send a resume, sermon links (if available), and a brief personal statement of faith or ministry journey to stpetersuccsearch@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you as we discern what God is calling our church to next.
Email: stpetersuccsearch@gmail.com
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