Preaching Minister Somerset First Christian Church

Kentucky Christian University; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

First Christian Church of Somerset, PA, is prayerfully seeking a pastor to serve as spiritual leader in a welcoming community. Located in Somerset County, we value biblically grounded teaching, Christ-centered worship, discipleship, and missions.

The ideal candidate will have ministerial training and credentials, strong preaching and pastoral care skills, and a heart for evangelism and community outreach. The appointed pastor will lead worship, nurture members, and collaborate with leaders to

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a deep and personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Has ministerial training, experience, and appropriate credentials.
• Strong preaching, teaching, and pastoral care skills.
• Exhibits spiritual maturity, integrity, and servant leadership.
• Heart for evangelism, missions, and community outreach.
• Values collaboration, relationship-building, and ministry teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Preaching and teaching God’s Word faithfully and effectively.
• Providing pastoral care, visitation, and spiritual guidance.
• Leading worship services and administering church doctrine.
• Encouraging discipleship and Christian education for all ages.
• Working collaboratively with church leaders and ministry teams.
• Promoting outreach and engagement within the Somerset community.
• Supporting and encouraging mission efforts.
• Helping foster the growth and vitality of our congregation.

Skills

Preaching

Pastoral care

Leadership

Evangelism

Missions

Discipleship

Teamwork

Education

Ministerial training

Credentials

Job description

Dear Prospective Candidate, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

The congregation of First Christian Church of Somerset, Pennsylvania, is prayerfully seeking a minister to serve as our pastor and spiritual leader. Located in the heart of Somerset County, our church has a rich history of faithfully serving Christ and sharing His love within our community. We are blessed to be part of a welcoming small‑town environment that values faith, family, and service.

Somerset is a vibrant community in southwestern Pennsylvania, known for its scenic beauty, strong community spirit, and proximity to outdoor recreation, including Laurel Hill State Park, Seven Springs Mountain Resort, and the Flight 93 National Memorial. Our town offers a supportive setting for ministry and family life while maintaining convenient access to larger regional centers.

First Christian Church is committed to biblical teaching, Christ‑centered worship, Christian fellowship, discipleship, and outreach. We are a congregation that values both local and global missions. We actively support mission work through financial contributions, volunteer service, and participation in mission trips that allow members to share the love of Christ beyond our local community. We seek a minister who shares a passion for missions and can encourage and expand opportunities for service at home and abroad.

Responsibilities

• Preaching and teaching God’s Word faithfully and effectively.
• Providing pastoral care, visitation, and spiritual guidance.
• Leading worship services and administering church doctrine.
• Encouraging discipleship and Christian education for all ages.
• Working collaboratively with church leaders and ministry teams.
• Promoting outreach and engagement within the Somerset community.
• Supporting and encouraging mission efforts.
• Helping foster the growth and vitality of our congregation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a deep and personal commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Has ministerial training, experience, and appropriate credentials.
• Possesses strong preaching, teaching, and pastoral care skills.
• Exhibits spiritual maturity, integrity, and servant leadership.
• Has a heart for evangelism, missions, and community outreach.
• Values collaboration, relationship‑building, and ministry teamwork.

As a congregation, we are seeking a pastor who will inspire, encourage, and lead us as we continue to grow in faith and service. We desire a shepherd who will help strengthen our ministries, welcome new members, support our commitment to mission trips and outreach, and equip our church family to share the love of Christ throughout Somerset and around the world.

If you are called to explore this ministry opportunity, please submit your résumé, statement of faith, and any supporting materials for consideration, including a link to a video of a delivered sermon. Send application materials to the following address:

Pastoral Search Committee
First Christian Church
139 East Main Street
Somerset, PA 15501
[e-mail]
814-445-8112

We appreciate your prayerful consideration of this opportunity and look forward to discerning God’s direction for our congregation. May the Lord richly bless you as you seek His will.