Pastor

SBC Executive Committee; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

SBC Executive Committee is seeking a dedicated leader in Macomb, Illinois, to oversee worship services, provide pastoral care, and engage the community. Responsibilities include preparing and delivering sermons, leading church programs, and offering counseling during times of need.

The ideal candidate will have a theological degree and experience in church leadership. Salary is commensurate with education and experience, ranging from $35,000 to $41,000.

Qualifications

• Experience in church leadership and pastoral care is required.
• Ability to prepare and deliver engaging sermons is necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills for one-on-one counseling are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct worship services.
• Lead church programs and community outreach.
• Extend pastoral care through visitations and counseling.

Skills

Leadership

Counseling

Public Speaking

Community Engagement

Education

Theological degree

Job description

Position Overview

This position is either full time or bi‑vocational, applicants welcome.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct the worship service: including preparing and delivering sermons and leading observance of ordinances.
• Lead the church in an effective program of witnessing and in a caring ministry for persons in the church and community.
• Lead in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the total program of the church.
• Attend council and committee meetings, 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 Responsibilities

• Extend care to individuals or families through one‑on‑one contact.
• Visit 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.