Solo Pastor

Job Description

Ministry Requirements:

Tasks, expectations, duties, supervision, assignments, and responsibilities for the position

To lead the congregation in worship, including special services; administer the sacraments; to provide support and visitation; and help us find creative ways to share God’s love with our community

Minimum Effective Salary: $15000

How would you describe the congregation’s/organization’s specific vision for ministry? How will this vision impact the community? Is the congregation part of a ministry vision or program?

We are a small congregation with approximately 25 members on the rolls and average attendance of 15 each Sunday. The church has been active in this location since 1745 and survived many ups and downs. We are true stewards and deeply involved in our community. We love to meet the needs of local missions and our community.

What is the nature and context of the community in which your congregation lives out its mission/vision? How will you address the emerging needs that are impacting your community?

A huge need in our community is providing support and opportunities to those suffering from substance abuse disorders. Whether it be financial, moral, or spiritual support we must be willing and available to support addressing this epidemic impacting the individual, their families, and their community.

How will this call help complement the responsibilities of other staff/volunteer positions, and the life of the congregation/organization, so that you may accomplish your short and long-term goals for ministry?

There are no other staff positions but the congregation is always active in mission, opportunities, or needs presented to them. We are aging and the short term goals are engaging new membbrs so that there will be a congregation in which to even have long-term goals. We need an active evangelist, a strong Bible presence, and an ambassador for our little church on the hill.

Provide a description of the skills, gifts and training the person you hope will become a part of your ministry must have, to lead the congregation towards the vision and mission established.

The pastor needs to be open to how the community has changed from long term members, be open to ideas preserving history while embracing the need for change, and be able to draw people to the church to experience what makes us so special. Outreach and marketing are key.

What areas of ministry do you expect the person called to be responsible for? Share specific tasks, assignments, and programs.

The pastor will define and lead the worship, be strong in theology, oversee the sacraments in evolving and educational ways, and feed the spirit of current members as new people are brought into the fold.

Application closes: January 31, 2025