Pastor - First Congregational Church (Otsego, MI)

Lancastersearch; Michigan; Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

First Congregational Church of Otsego, Michigan is seeking a Senior Pastor to lead with biblical clarity, shepherd the congregation, and oversee worship, ordinances, and pastoral care. The role emphasizes preaching, counseling, and leadership development to sustain growth under 4C's affiliation.

The pastor will lead worship, provide pastoral visitation, officiate ceremonies, and work with staff and leadership to equip small groups and church teams.

Qualifikationen

• Called, qualified minister with biblical preaching and pastoral care.
• Experience in congregational leadership preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lead worship services, preach the Gospel, and administer Baptism and the Lord's Supper.
• Call on members in sickness and sorrow; perform general visitation.
• Meet with prospective new members; provide counseling or classes in the new member decision process.
• Officiate weddings and funerals; provide counseling as needed.
• Work with administrative staff on bulletins, newsletters, and church correspondence.
• Develop and empower church leadership and small groups for spiritual education.
• Assist church teams and committees without voting authority.
• Perform administrative duties related to office, staff, and property.
• Attend Leadership Council meetings monthly; report activities quarterly.
• Maintain office hours with a minimum of 12 hours per week for meetings.
• Interact with the 4C's and network with local churches.
• Abide by Church Bylaws and 4C's Code of Ethics.

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Pastoral leadership

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Jobbeschreibung

Pastor - First Congregational Church (Otsego, MI)

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• Country United States

Job Description

Pastor

First Congregational Church

The Big Picture

First Congregational Church of Otsego, Michigan is seeking a new Senior Pastor as our beloved Pastor Lenny Luchetti prepares to retire after many years of faithful ministry. Our congregation has grown under his leadership and we are excited to welcome a new shepherd to continue that work. We are affiliated with the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (4C's).

Job Profile

Minister will provide pastoral leadership as follows:

• Lead worship services, preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and administer the Ordinances of Baptism and the Lord's Supper.
  
• Call on members in times of sickness and sorrow. Do general visitation.
  
• Meet with prospective new members and provide counseling or classes as required in the new member decision process of this church.
  
• Officiate at weddings and funerals and provide counseling as needed.
  
• Work with church administrative assistant in preparing bulletins, newsletters, and other church correspondence.
  
• Develop and empower the church leadership and small groups to provide spiritual education and direction to the church body.
  
• Work with church teams and committees to assist them in carrying out their assigned tasks, having the freedom of voice and counsel, and without vote.
  
• Perform administrative duties related to office, staff, and property as necessary.
  
• Participate in Leadership Council meetings monthly, or as directed.
  
• Provide a summary report of church related activities to the Chairperson of the Leadership Council on a quarterly basis.
  
• Maintain church office hours, establishing a regular schedule that includes a minimum of 12 hours per week for the congregants to meet with pastor without needing an appointment.
  
• Interact with the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (4C's) and network with local churches.
  
• Abide by and minister according to the Church Bylaws and the 4C's Code of Ethics for Churches.
  

Qualifications

We are looking for a called, qualified minister who is committed to biblical preaching, pastoral care, and building up the body of Christ. Experience in congregational leadership is preferred.

Beginning salary range of $70,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience.

About the Area

First Congregational Church is located in Otsego, Michigan, a welcoming small town in Allegan County. The congregation currently has 83 members, 38 inactive members, and 3 shut-ins, and has grown under the outgoing pastor's leadership.