Pastor

Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Stewart, Minnesota invites a part-time pastor to share in proclaiming the Word, administering the Sacraments, and walking with us in faith. The pastor reports to the St.

Paul’s Church Council and will lead worship, provide pastoral care, and support educational ministries. Ideal candidates hold a Master of Divinity from an accredited Lutheran seminary and be a certified LCMC pastor or willing to seek certification.

Qualifications

• Preaching and teaching the Word faithfully in accordance with Scripture, the Lutheran Confessions, and LCMC ministry standards.
• Leading worship, administering Baptism and Holy Communion, and officiating at weddings, funerals, and other services.
• Connecting meaningfully with the congregation through clear and relational communication.
• Providing spiritual care and mentorship for all ages through teaching, counseling, and personal engagement.
• Offering pastoral care, including visitations, prayer, fellowship, and private communion for the sick, homebound, and temporarily confined.
• Supporting educational ministries such as Sunday School, confirmation, and adult faith formation.
• Serving as an ex officio member of the Church Council and advisory member of all boards, committees, and church organizations.
• Actively participating in congregational life, nurturing unity, hospitality, and service.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach the Word faithfully.
• Lead worship and administer sacraments.
• Provide spiritual care and mentorship.
• Engage in congregational life and outreach.
• Support educational ministries and family faith formation.

Skills

Preaching

Worship leadership

Pastoral care

Teaching

Education

Master of Divinity

LCMC pastor certification

Job description

For more than 131 years, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church has been a faithful presence in the small, family-friendly town of Stewart, Minnesota. Deeply rooted in the community and grounded in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we are guided by our mission: to be a congregation called and sent forth by the Spirit to be an example of God’s love by sharing the Word, teaching the faith, and reaching out to others. Worship brings together multiple generations gathered around Word and Sacrament, supported by a vibrant Sunday School program for children from pre-K through eighth grade. We are blessed with a beautiful, ornate sanctuary, a welcoming family room for meetings and gatherings, and dedicated lay leadership on our church council. The adjacent parsonage provides comfortable living with four bedrooms, two baths, an attached two-car garage, and a private office for pastoral work.

About Our Position

St. Paul’s is seeking a part-time pastor to share in proclaiming the Word, administering the Sacraments, and walking with us in faith as we grow in God’s grace and serve our neighbors in Christ’s name. The pastor reports to the St. Paul’s Church Council. Ideal candidates will hold a Master of Divinity from an accredited Lutheran seminary and be a certified LCMC pastor or be willing to seek certification. Key responsibilities include:

Preaching and teaching the Word faithfully in accordance with Scripture, the Lutheran Confessions, and LCMC ministry standards.

Leading worship, administering Baptism and Holy Communion, and officiating at weddings, funerals, and other services.

Connecting meaningfully with the congregation through clear and relational communication.

Providing spiritual care and mentorship for all ages through teaching, counseling, and personal engagement.

Offering pastoral care, including visitations, prayer, fellowship, and private communion for the sick, homebound, and temporarily confined.

Supporting educational ministries such as Sunday School, confirmation, and adult faith formation.

Serving as an ex officio member of the Church Council and advisory member of all boards, committees, and church organizations.

Actively participating in congregational life, nurturing unity, hospitality, and service.

We pray our next shepherd will be a compassionate, Christ-centered leader with strong Christian values, inspiring the congregation to grow in faith, serve others, and participate actively in Christ’s work. A positive presence in both church and community, they will guide and encourage members to share their time, talents, and resources while helping St. Paul’s proclaim God’s love through word and deed.

About Our Context

Located along State Highway212 in the welcoming community of Stewart, Minnesota (just a short drive from Hutchinson) St. Paul’s enjoys the rhythm of small-town life. With a population around 470, Stewart offers a peaceful setting where relationships matter and the church is central to daily life. Whether spending time with family, walking the town park, or visiting parishioners, you will discover a place where the Spirit is already at work and where you are warmly invited to share the Word, teach the faith, and reach out to others.

We look forward to discerning together God’s call for the future of St. Paul Lutheran Church.