Rural Lutheran Pastor — Lead Worship, Teach & Serve

Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ; Illinois; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John’s Lutheran Church in Ashton, Illinois, is seeking a pastor to lead our multi-generational, faith-driven congregation.

The pastor will preach the Gospel, administer the sacraments, and provide pastoral care, while engaging with preschool, Sunday school, and youth ministries. The role requires ordination and LCMS certification on the LCMC roster, and a strong commitment to traditional biblical teaching.

Qualifications

• Must be ordained and willing to be certified on the LCMC clergy roster.
• Able to preach the Word of God and administer the sacraments.
• Provide pastoral care and lead public worship for congregation and shut-ins.

Responsibilities

• Preach the Gospel
• Visit with as many members, shut-ins, and homebound as possible
• Be involved with preschool, Sunday school, and youth
• Instruct the youth in their confirmation journey
• Be present and involved with the community

Skills

Pastoral care

Public worship

Church visitation

Youth involvement

Education

Ordination

LCMC certification

Job description

St. John’s Lutheran Church in Ashton, Illinois, is seeking a pastor to lead our multi-generational, faith-driven congregation.

The pastor will preach the Gospel, administer the sacraments, and provide pastoral care, while engaging with preschool, Sunday school, and youth ministries. The role requires ordination and LCMS certification on the LCMC roster, and a strong commitment to traditional biblical teaching.