Job Description

Milton-Freewater Christian Church

Milton-Freewater, Oregon 


Pastor Position


Our church is seeking a new pastor! Our current pastor is planning on retirement after serving this church and community for over 12 years. We are seeking a new pastor to help lead our congregation of 75-80 worshipers (with room to grow) into the future that God holds.


Position Description


  • We are led by our pastor who is part of an elected team of elders that help guide the direction of the church
  • Prepare Bible-based sermons and lead the Sunday morning service in coordination with the worship leader
  • Ex officio member of all ministries – assist, but allow self-management as appropriate 
  • Attend ministerial meetings regarding the operation and spiritual growth of the church
  • Create Sunday bulletin, weekly newsletter and other church communication as necessary
  • Perform baptisms, weddings and funerals as needed
  • Hospital and home visitations
  • Involvement in the Milton-Freewater Ministerial Association 
  • Recruiter and volunteer coordinator
  • Christ centered counselor and social worker
  • Public relations – oversee webpage, newspaper announcements and community events liaison
  • Manage paid staff and volunteers
  • Other pastoral duties as they arise


Position Qualifications


  • Called by God to teach biblical truths
  • Meet the biblical qualifications in 1st Timothy 3:1-7
  • Prefer a bachelor’s or post graduate degree with biblical studies/seminary
  • Have five years' experience as lead or associate pastor – negotiable
  • Ability to work with the elder team to develop a vision and plan for the future of our church
  • Have good organizational skills to oversee a small staff and various ministries of the church
  • Be a great communicator in the written word, the spoken word and most importantly – God’s Word!
  • Must have energy and excitement in serving God and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ


Next Step

If the Milton-Freewater Christian Church sounds like a church you would like to help lead with AND you feel called to be our pastor, we want to hear from you. We welcome you to send us a letter of interest and your Curriculum Vitae or Resume.



Milton-Freewater Christian Church

Milton-Freewater, Oregon




Pastor Wanted!

Milton-Freewater Christian Church in beautiful northeastern Oregon is seeking a new pastor. Our current pastor is planning on retirement, so we are in need of a new leader to shepherd us into the future God holds.


Vision Statement

Connecting people to Christ and His community.


Mission Statement

Making disciples of Christ through relationships.


Ministries

Our ministries include: Sunday Service, Bible studies, music, men’s and ladies’ groups, shut-in visits, local missions, world missions, support of Cove Christian Camp, hospitality and the Milton-Freewater Ministerial Association.


Future

Our future is one of hope in the return of Christ and growth of His Church until that day comes. We see the need for growth of our congregation – especially a younger generation – to help us usher the church into the future.


We are excited about a biblical based pastor helping us achieve our goals; one that will call upon us to get into the Bible and follow God’s Word. 


We have a creed that we follow: “No creed but Christ, no Book but the Bible.”


Next Step

If the Milton-Freewater Christian Church sounds like a church you would like to help lead with AND you feel called to be our pastor, we want to hear from you. We welcome you to send us a letter of interest and your Curriculum Vitae’ or Resume.



Experience Required
1-5 years

Type
Full-time

Education Required
Bachelor's Degree

Date Posted
1 year ago
Location
Milton-Freewater, Oregon

Church Size
0-100