Ministry Opportunities
CONNECTICUT - Sherman Church in the small town of Sherman, Connecticut is seeking a pastor. The ideal candidate has a deep, growing relationship with God and exhibits it in a personal life of devotion and preaching with a strong biblical focus. For complete position description and information on how to apply, please click on the link to the application page on the church's website: https://shermanchurch.org/applicant-page/
ILLINOIS - Eden Church in Edwardsville, Illinois is seeking a part-time Family Ministry Coordinator to meet the spiritual needs of families with children in our congregation. Eden Church is looking for a person of strong Christian faith and a passion for serving children and families to develop programs that are Christ-centered and based firmly on Biblical teaching. The details of the responsibilities for this position are listed below:
-Establish programming from birth through 5th grade, including Sunday school and additional program events (i.e., quarterly family events)-Finding and coordinating volunteers for Sunday school teachers, nursery workers, and volunteers for other scheduled family ministry events-Seeking to disciple parents and their children and lead them to invest in the mission and community of Eden ChurchFive work hours per week is expected with most work taking place on Sunday morning. There is an opportunity for expanded hours based on the gifts and energy of the applicant. Compensation will be between $15-20 per hour based on the skill set of the applicant. Please email applications to: jobs@edenchurch-edw.org To learn more about our church, visit: https://www.edenchurch-edw.org/
-Establish programming from birth through 5th grade, including Sunday school and additional program events (i.e., quarterly family events)-Finding and coordinating volunteers for Sunday school teachers, nursery workers, and volunteers for other scheduled family ministry events-Seeking to disciple parents and their children and lead them to invest in the mission and community of Eden ChurchFive work hours per week is expected with most work taking place on Sunday morning. There is an opportunity for expanded hours based on the gifts and energy of the applicant. Compensation will be between $15-20 per hour based on the skill set of the applicant. Please email applications to: jobs@edenchurch-edw.org To learn more about our church, visit: https://www.edenchurch-edw.org/
INDIANA – Zion Evangelical Church is seeking a full-time pastor. We prefer an experienced pastor, although we would certainly consider a recent seminary graduate with the qualities that would meet our congregation's needs.
The rural conservative church founded in 1836, rich with heritage, serves an agricultural community located outside of Shelbyville, Indiana, a 30-minute drive southeast of Indianapolis, IN. We are affiliated with the Evangelical Association.
We believe the Bible as the inspired, inerrant Word of God, that salvation is through Jesus, that evangelism is spreading the Good News of Jesus and God’s grace and mercy through Him and reaching out to others through missions. We observe two sacraments – Baptism (both infant and adult) and Holy Communion. We have intergenerational worship weekly, which is shared online. We also have a monthly church newsletter, an adult Bible Study, Sunday School classes, Youth Fellowship, Zion Hammers, Bread & Blessing food ministry, Laundry Love and a Women’s Guild. All are active within our church. We also support other missions within our community.
We are a smaller congregation seeking a pastor who.
● Has a Biblical perspectiveo Preaches the Word of God,o Has inspiring and challenging sermons that relate to daily life.● Is a seminary/Bible college graduate willing to be affirmed by EA● Who can work beside us to attract and retain new members● Makes pastoral calls at hospitals, nursing homes & homes● Works effectively with people of all ages● Must pass a background check
If you believe God may be calling you for this position, please email your resume to Zionshelby7025@gmail.com and we will forward our church profile. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit packet. Included in the package is a 3 bedroom parsonage. Please visit our Facebook page (Zion Evangelical Church) to read more about us.
The rural conservative church founded in 1836, rich with heritage, serves an agricultural community located outside of Shelbyville, Indiana, a 30-minute drive southeast of Indianapolis, IN. We are affiliated with the Evangelical Association.
We believe the Bible as the inspired, inerrant Word of God, that salvation is through Jesus, that evangelism is spreading the Good News of Jesus and God’s grace and mercy through Him and reaching out to others through missions. We observe two sacraments – Baptism (both infant and adult) and Holy Communion. We have intergenerational worship weekly, which is shared online. We also have a monthly church newsletter, an adult Bible Study, Sunday School classes, Youth Fellowship, Zion Hammers, Bread & Blessing food ministry, Laundry Love and a Women’s Guild. All are active within our church. We also support other missions within our community.
We are a smaller congregation seeking a pastor who.
● Has a Biblical perspectiveo Preaches the Word of God,o Has inspiring and challenging sermons that relate to daily life.● Is a seminary/Bible college graduate willing to be affirmed by EA● Who can work beside us to attract and retain new members● Makes pastoral calls at hospitals, nursing homes & homes● Works effectively with people of all ages● Must pass a background check
If you believe God may be calling you for this position, please email your resume to Zionshelby7025@gmail.com and we will forward our church profile. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit packet. Included in the package is a 3 bedroom parsonage. Please visit our Facebook page (Zion Evangelical Church) to read more about us.
Indiana – First Reformed Church, located in the small conservative town of Bluffton, IN, is prayerfully seeking a full-time Senior Pastor. The Pastor must be theologically sound and uphold the authority of God's Word. The Pastor is responsible for strategic planning and staff coordination in the execution of the church's purpose, function, and mission. The Pastor serves as director to ordained and lay staff and lay volunteers, and leads, evaluates, and mentors existing staff in their respective areas of ministry. The Pastor oversees and executes the administration of the church through appropriate staff and lay leadership teams and ensures the completion of ministry, business, facility, and logistical support functions through staff and lay volunteers. The Pastor will file monthly reports to the church consistory on ministry accomplishments and activities and also record any church member funerals, dedications, and baptisms, as well as the names of new members who have joined the church.
Qualifications of the Senior Pastor:
Qualifications of the Senior Pastor:
- Minimum of five years’ experience as a pastor.
- A bachelor’s degree in biblical studies or an area of theology preferred.
- Must be ordained in their faith, and their credentials recognized by the EA.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
- Strong speaking and presentation skills.
- Good active listening and willingness to help.
- Service-oriented with genuine care for the well-being of people.
- Excellent social perceptiveness and engagement.
- Must be able to pass a background check, which includes both criminal and credit history.
- Must be in agreement with the church's doctrinal statement.
Please visit this link for our full job posting.
If you feel you are being called to fulfill our Senior Pastor need, please contact us at firstref@adamswells.com.
If you feel you are being called to fulfill our Senior Pastor need, please contact us at firstref@adamswells.com.
MARYLAND –Trinity United Church of Christ in Thurmont is a small-town church in central Maryland, located 20 minutes north of Frederick and south of Gettysburg. We were founded in 1880, tracing our roots to the German Reformed tradition in the area. We are seeking a pastor to fill the part-time position (approximately 20 hours per week) following the retirement of our minister. We are a caring, service minded congregation. We do outreach and support of our community by hosting fundraising breakfasts for local families in crisis, fellowship and fundraising through programs such as Bible study, Food Bank, the Thurmont Ministerium, and our kitchen ministry. We are seeking a pastor who will work with us to revitalize our membership, serve us with care and compassion and help to offer a community for Christian friendship, a place for people to grow and worship together, and to grow God’s kingdom through our talents and testimonies. If you believe God may be calling you for this position, please e-mail rll34@msn.com for our church profile and to send your resume. Trinity UCC, 101 East Main Street, Thurmont, MD 21788, https://www.trinityuccthurmont.org (Please note that this church is in the United Church of Christ denomination and is not part of the Evangelical Association. They have indicated an interest in expanding their search beyond their denomination into the EA. It will be up to the candidate and the search committee to determine if the candidate is a good theological fit for the congregation.)
MISSOURI - Bethesda Evangelical Free Church is seeking a full-time pastor. We prefer a pastor with 5-10 years of experience, although we would certainly consider a recent seminary graduate with the qualities that would meet our congregation’s needs. Bethesda was founded in 1907 as part of the German Evangelical Synod of North America. We serve a suburban community located about 10 miles south of downtown St. Louis. Bethesda is affiliated with the Evangelical Free Church of America ( https://www.efca.org ) and the Evangelical Association
(https://evangelicalassociation.org).We believe the Bible is the inspired, inerrant Word of God. We believe salvation is through Jesus Christ alone. We observe two (2) ordinances/sacraments – Baptism (both infant and believer) and Holy Communion. We have a blended weekly worship service averaging 90 people, which is also shared online.
Bethesda is active, with Sunday school for youth and adults, weekly community groups (small groups) youth fellowship, Community Cupboard Food Ministry, Vacation Bible School (VBS) and other children’s programs, and more! We support local and global missions with our giving.
We seek a pastor who:· Has a Biblical perspective & preaches the Word of God· Gives inspiring and challenging sermons· Is a seminary/Bible college graduate· Is ordained or prepared to seek ordained ministerial credentials· Can work beside us to attract and retain new members· Is service oriented, with care for the well-being of people· Makes pastoral calls at hospitals, nursing homes, & homes· Works effectively with people of all ages· Passes a background check
If you believe God may be calling you for this position, please email your resume to: bethesdaapplicant@hotmail.com We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Please visit our Facebook page and website ( http://bethesdachurchstl.com/ ) to learn more about us.
We seek a pastor who:· Has a Biblical perspective & preaches the Word of God· Gives inspiring and challenging sermons· Is a seminary/Bible college graduate· Is ordained or prepared to seek ordained ministerial credentials· Can work beside us to attract and retain new members· Is service oriented, with care for the well-being of people· Makes pastoral calls at hospitals, nursing homes, & homes· Works effectively with people of all ages· Passes a background check
If you believe God may be calling you for this position, please email your resume to: bethesdaapplicant@hotmail.com We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience. Please visit our Facebook page and website ( http://bethesdachurchstl.com/ ) to learn more about us.
MISSOURI - St. James, Charlotte and St. Paul's of Cooper Hill are seeking a full-time pastor. We are open to candidates with the qualities needed to meet the needs of our congregations in rural Missouri, located about an hour west of St. Louis, or an hour east of Jefferson City. We are two smaller rural churches in search of a settled pastor. We are in a livestock and agriculture area. Combined worship numbers on a typical Lord’s Day is about 70. We are located in a conservative and lower cost of living area. Our lives tend to revolve around the church and church family. We left the United Church of Christ in 2023. Both congregations experienced growth spurts with younger families of late and we are looking for someone who can minister to people of all ages. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, housing allowance, and ample family time according to our previous and interim pastor.
We are looking for a pastor who is Covenantal in theology and believes:1) The Bible is inspired by God and the sole and infallible guide to faith and life2) In the Trinity – Father, Son and Holy Spirit3) Jesus Christ as the world’s sole Savior, Redeemer and Lord. His atonement was sufficient for all who believe. 4) In two Sacraments: Holy Communion and Baptism. On Baptism, we practice infant baptism but also provide for baptism of adults. The mode of baptism is sprinkling rather than immersion, although we recognize the validity of immersion.5) Christians are saved by grace through faith in Christ6) In the sanctity of life 7) Marriage is between a man and woman8) Confirmation is an opportunity to lead our young ones to Christ
If you believe God may be calling you to this position, please email your resume to karen@whitemulebnb.com and we will forward our church profiles. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package. Please visit our Facebook page (St. James Charlotte Church) if you wish to learn more about us.
We are looking for a pastor who is Covenantal in theology and believes:1) The Bible is inspired by God and the sole and infallible guide to faith and life2) In the Trinity – Father, Son and Holy Spirit3) Jesus Christ as the world’s sole Savior, Redeemer and Lord. His atonement was sufficient for all who believe. 4) In two Sacraments: Holy Communion and Baptism. On Baptism, we practice infant baptism but also provide for baptism of adults. The mode of baptism is sprinkling rather than immersion, although we recognize the validity of immersion.5) Christians are saved by grace through faith in Christ6) In the sanctity of life 7) Marriage is between a man and woman8) Confirmation is an opportunity to lead our young ones to Christ
If you believe God may be calling you to this position, please email your resume to karen@whitemulebnb.com and we will forward our church profiles. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package. Please visit our Facebook page (St. James Charlotte Church) if you wish to learn more about us.
New York – Amber Congregational Church is searching for a Pastor to set the spiritual tone of the church, provide leadership for the ministry of the congregation, equip our members for the work of ministry inside and outside the church, and make disciples through the preaching of God's Word. We are in a rural community outside Syracuse, NY, located by Otisco Lake in the Finger Lakes Region of Upstate New York. The church is affiliated with the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference.
If you are interested in applying, send your resume and a personal statement of faith to gailfrary@gmail.com. To learn more about our church, visit our website. We will share a detailed position description and information about our church upon request.
If you are interested in applying, send your resume and a personal statement of faith to gailfrary@gmail.com. To learn more about our church, visit our website. We will share a detailed position description and information about our church upon request.
PENNSYLVANIA - St. John's Church at New Chester is seeking a full-time pastor with the qualities that would meet our congregation’s needs. All interested applicants will be given serious consideration. The rural conservative church was founded in 1863, located approximately 15 minutes from Gettysburg, PA, currently affiliated with the Evangelical Association. We believe the Bible to be the perfect word of God, and that salvation is through Jesus. We believe in spreading the Good News of Jesus and God’s grace. St. John’s performs two sacraments-Baptism (both infant and adult) and Holy Communion.We provide adult Bible Study, Sunday School classes, Children’s Church and a weekly worship service.We are a smaller congregation seeking a pastor with the following qualifications:
· Is an inspired and compelling pastor· Is effective in planning, leading worship, and growing our membership· Leads by personal example· Works well with children· Strongly encourages local community outreach· Is a Seminary/Bible college graduate· Must pass a background check
The above qualifications are not all inclusive of desired characteristics of a successful candidate.
If you believe God may be calling you for this position, please email your resume to stjohnsjobs1863@gmail.com and we will forward our church profile to you. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package.
· Is an inspired and compelling pastor· Is effective in planning, leading worship, and growing our membership· Leads by personal example· Works well with children· Strongly encourages local community outreach· Is a Seminary/Bible college graduate· Must pass a background check
The above qualifications are not all inclusive of desired characteristics of a successful candidate.
If you believe God may be calling you for this position, please email your resume to stjohnsjobs1863@gmail.com and we will forward our church profile to you. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package.
PENNSYLVANIA - Christ Reformed Church at Indian Creek (a CCCC member church) in Telford Pennsylvania is hiring a full time Director of Family Ministries (DFM). The DFM will be responsible for overseeing/coordinating all aspects of family ministries, recruiting and training volunteers, and collaborating with the Senior Pastor and other ministry leaders to integrate family ministries into the overall mission of the Church. An ability to lead worship and or a desire to grow in music ministry is a plus. Experience and or higher education (Associates, Bachelors) in Ministry (Children's, Youth, Christian Ed., etc.) is prefered. Position comes with a competitive salary; health, dental and retirement plans, paid vacation and housing (Parsonage). To request a full Job Description and or submit your resume with a cover letter, please email: office@crctelford.org Christ Reformed Church at Indian Creek, 171 Church Road, Telford, PA 18969. Office: 215-723-7338 Email: office@crctelford.org Website: crctelford.org
Pennsylvania – Jacob's Church seeks a part-time Youth Leader. The church is in New Tripoli, PA, a rural area in Northeast Pennsylvania, with weekly church attendance of 125 to 150. We are excited for what God is doing in our church, and we are looking for a special person to join us in our vision to bring the Good News of God's Kingdom to this area. We are excited to see the Kingdom grow as we look toward the future. The candidate filling this role will be an important part of Jacob's Church Ministry team. The Youth Leader will provide spiritual guidance and biblical teachings to youth of all ages and young adults. The Youth Leader’s other responsibilities include establishing and directing youth services and activities for the church, as well as conducting community outreach events. She or he will work collaboratively with church leadership to provide programming and relational ministry to our teens as well as provide support to expand our current children's ministries program, such as the children's church and VBS. We strive to build a ministry that is built on a relational ministry model, as we believe that disciples grow best in relationships and the community. For a complete position description, please visit our website.
Pennsylvania – St. Thomas Church, a conservative, evangelical, congregational, nondenominational church in Bernville, PA, formerly UCC but currently associated with the EA, is seeking an experienced, seminary-trained Senior Pastor who is an effective preacher and speaker, compassionate and caring, and will care for the spiritual needs of the congregation. We are looking for a person who will encourage people to relate their faith to their daily lives and have a strong commitment and loyalty to their faith. The candidate must be effective in planning and leading worship, possess a sense of direction for their ministry, and work to build a sense of fellowship among the people with whom they work.
St. Thomas Church is a group of Christian believers who worship in an 800-seat architecturally pleasing sanctuary (1897) and a 400+ seat multipurpose addition (2002). We are located in a beautiful, rural setting that is only 10 miles away from major shopping areas. In addition, the area boasts a wealth of recreational and cultural attractions. We welcome any pastoral candidate who agrees with our core values and ministries.
If you are interested in joining our dynamic congregation that seeks to share God's love, you may request a church profile and pastor questionnaire by contacting us at stthomaschurchsearch@gmail.com or downloading from our website under the Pastor Search tab. After reviewing our church profile, you may submit your resume via email to stthomaschurchsearch@gmail.com along with a completed questionnaire.
St. Thomas Church is a group of Christian believers who worship in an 800-seat architecturally pleasing sanctuary (1897) and a 400+ seat multipurpose addition (2002). We are located in a beautiful, rural setting that is only 10 miles away from major shopping areas. In addition, the area boasts a wealth of recreational and cultural attractions. We welcome any pastoral candidate who agrees with our core values and ministries.
If you are interested in joining our dynamic congregation that seeks to share God's love, you may request a church profile and pastor questionnaire by contacting us at stthomaschurchsearch@gmail.com or downloading from our website under the Pastor Search tab. After reviewing our church profile, you may submit your resume via email to stthomaschurchsearch@gmail.com along with a completed questionnaire.
Virginia – Congregational Christian Fellowship Church (CCFC), located in Winchester, VA, is looking for a part-time Pastor to lead the church ministry. CCFC is a small, biblically based, nondenominational church affiliated with the EA and the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches.
The part-time minister will be responsible for the following:
The part-time minister will be responsible for the following:
- Lead worship services.
- Participate in special functions.
- Provide counseling and other spiritual healing as needed.
- Officiate weddings, funerals, dedications, baptisms, and other special ceremonies.
- Attend church council meetings.
Candidates must be deeply committed to the Christian faith and believe in the Holy Trinity of God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, and have the desire to accept and introduce all people to Jesus Christ as their personal Lord and Savior.
To apply, please send a resume and written sermon or link to a video sermon to alexanderjeanie@gmail.com or mail to CCFC, Attention: Pulpit Committee, 2908 Middle Rd, Winchester, VA 22602.
To apply, please send a resume and written sermon or link to a video sermon to alexanderjeanie@gmail.com or mail to CCFC, Attention: Pulpit Committee, 2908 Middle Rd, Winchester, VA 22602.