Job Description

We are looking for a pastor who embodies several key qualities. They should have a good sense of humor, be humble, and possess compassion and empathy. Being a visionary thinker is crucial, as is having a strong commitment to evangelism. Excellent communication skills and being a good listener are essential. Integrity and approachability are important traits, along with being open-minded and having the ability to teach effectively. Additionally, technology literacy will be valuable for modern pastoral duties.

"This position requires the candidate to be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now or in the future," or "This role is based in Wisconsin Dells WI., and requires the ability to work from our local office."

Tasks, expectations, duties, supervision, assignments, and responsibilities for the position

  • Lead worship in person
  • Strengthen the congregation through biblically-based preaching and teaching
  • Train and equip elected officers, and work with committees to assist in carrying out their assigned tasks
  • Supervise, teach, and train the church staff, including the Church Administrator, Music Director, Director of Education, and Custodian, and make recommendations to the Personnel committee.
  • Officiate at funerals and weddings as requested
  • Conduct Baptisms and Communion
  • Call on current and prospective members and teach new members’ class
  • Lead the Confirmation program
  • Visit the sick, hospitalized, and homebound members
  • Provide pastoral presence in crisis situations, counseling as needed
  • Plan and moderate Session and Congregational meetings
  • Be active in our community cultivating community relationships and engage in Presbytery responsibilities.
  • Remain agile to perform other administrative and pastoral duties as requested.

Desired but not Required

  • 2-5 Years Experience
  • M. Div. (but will consider a mature individual with less education)

We desire a strong leader with vision who can get excited about our ideas but keep us grounded, helping us focus our resources and accomplish our goals.

We seek a shepherd who will teach, feed, guide, and work with the Session & the staff to bring about good working relationships and effective programs.

Our pastor should be open to working with the Session to add additional staff to support our growing ministries.

About United Presbyterian Church

We are a very friendly, welcoming, and supportive congregation that cares deeply for each other. We have one worship service on Sunday morning followed by a fellowship time. The mass majority of attendees stay for food and conversation for up to an hour every week. It’s a fun place to be!

Music is a very important part of our worship; over 20 talented singers and musicians participate weekly. We are a singing church; everyone sings!


Christian education is a top priority; our hired youth director leads a vibrant weekly program attracting over 15 youth on Wednesdays and 8-10 younger youth on Sundays. These young families led to three baptisms last year.


We embrace change that comes with new ideas. A recent youth-administered Palm Sunday worship was met with overwhelming enthusiasm. A series of prayer stations were designed by our youth that allowed everyone to visit each station to pray and learn more about prayer. Everyone enjoyed the unusual worship experience.


With worship at our core, we strive to nurture everyone who attends.


Our community is unique: Wisconsin Dells is the “The Waterpark Capital of the World”. The city takes its name from the Dells of the Wisconsin River, a scenic narrow river gorge that feature unique sandstone formations. The community of only 7,000 local residents attracts over 3 million visitors per year. 15,000 workers including 5,000 of international student workers come to live and work here annually. Scenic boat tours, guided hikes, and a wide selection of fun activities abound.


Experience Required
1-5 years

Type
Full-time

Education Required
Master's Degree

Date Posted
6 hours ago
Location
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Denomination
Presbyterian: PCUSA

Church Size
100-200 people


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