Full-Time Settled Pastor — Open & Affirming Faith Leader

Post-Evangelical Collective; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Benefits

Job summary

Hillsborough United Church of Christ in Hillsborough, NC seeks a full-time settled pastor to lead a progressive, inclusive congregation. The pastor will provide spiritual leadership, compassionate care, and community engagement, with housing and benefits option based on call.

The role emphasizes meaningful worship, social justice, and relational leadership within a multigenerational church that values questions and openness to diverse perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Worship and Spiritual Leadership: Plan and lead weekly worship services, preach sermons, administer the sacraments, and collaborate with the church musician and worship leadership to create meaningful worship experiences.
• Pastoral Care: Provide care through visitation, counseling, support during illness or loss, and participate in weddings, funerals, and baptisms.
• Congregational Life: Build relationships with members, support children and youth ministries, encourage fellowship, and collaborate with the Church Council and committees.
• Community Engagement: Represent HUCC in the broader community, develop relationships with local organizations and leaders, and identify opportunities for service and partnerships.
• Leadership and Administration: Work with staff and lay leadership, participate in planning and communications, and oversee ministries and operations.

Job description

Hillsborough United Church of Christ in Hillsborough, NC seeks a full-time settled pastor to lead a progressive, inclusive congregation. The pastor will provide spiritual leadership, compassionate care, and community engagement, with housing and benefits option based on call.

The role emphasizes meaningful worship, social justice, and relational leadership within a multigenerational church that values questions and openness to diverse perspectives.