Pastor Hope Methodist Church

Ministrylist; Hope (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern four-bedroom parsonage

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Ministrylist is seeking a full-time Pastor for Hope Methodist Church in Hope, Arkansas. Candidates should be seminary graduates from a Methodist or theologically conservative seminary, ordained by a governing body, and have at least ten years of experience, preferably as a senior pastor. The position offers a modern four-bedroom parsonage and a salary range of $65,000-$75,000. Join our vibrant community of +/- 150 members committed to traditional values and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Must be a seminary graduate qualified for ordination.
• Ten years of pastoral experience, preferably as a senior pastor.

Responsibilities

• Lead Sunday worship services in a liturgical format.
• Oversee the children's and adult Sunday school programs.
• Manage outreach programs serving the community.

Skills

Ordained by a governing body

Strong understanding of traditional Methodist values

Leadership experience

Education

Seminary graduate from a Methodist or theologically conservative seminary

Job description

Hope Methodist Church (Hope, AR)– Pastor

The Big Picture

Hope Methodist Church (https://www.hope-methodist.com) is seeking a full-time Pastor. We are a congregation of +/- 150 members with a median age of 55-60 years old. Our Methodist roots go back to 1874. More recently, we disaffiliated from the United Methodist Church in 2023 to become an independent Methodist congregation.

The Church

Hope Methodist Church is described as a Methodist congregation with traditional Methodist values, beliefs, and practices. We uphold the authority of scripture and seek to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit. The weekly Sunday morning worship service generally follows the Revised Common Lectionary in a liturgical format with traditional prayers, hymns, eucharist, and sermon. We have a strong Sunday school program for children, youth and adults. Our outreach serves the needs of individuals, schools, and agencies throughout the community.

The Candidate

As Pastor, we seek a seminary graduate from a Methodist or theologically conservative seminary, one who is ordained by a governing body and has ten years’ experience, preferably as senior pastor.

The Compensation

The position offers a modern four-bedroom parsonage and a salary range of $65,000-$75,000.