Part Time Minister Needed for a Small Church

Bethel Church is a historical, loving, giving and committed Congregation that began in 1854 and is looking for a part time minister who will serve and lead the congregation to grow and serve Christ together.  

Bethel Church a small country church in southern, Indiana, who is prayerfully searching for an individual to preach and who is called by God to serve alongside the Board of Elders and Deacons. This ministry position is to promote growth in relationships with the Lord, relationships with one another and relationships with the lost and unchurched in the community.

The Orleans, Indiana Bethel Church is prayerfully searching for an individual who is called by God to serve alongside the Board of Elders and Deacons. This ministry position is to promote growth in relationships with the Lord, relationships with one another and relationships with the lost and unchurched in the community.

Qualifications and Position Requirements

• Satisfy the Scriptural requirements for a pastor/elder as expressed in 1 Timothy and Titus
• Passionately embodies Christ-like character in daily life.
• Intentional about nurturing his own spiritual life through spiritual disciplines such as prayer, scripture study etc.
• Agreement with Bethel's vision and goals.
• Effective communication skills including engaging preaching and teaching from the Bible.
• Competent in working with volunteers.
• Proficient with creating and executing short and long-term ministry plans.
• Excellent interpersonal skills that show a deep commitment to Christ and His heart for all people
• 
  

Main Responsibilities

• In partnership with the Elders and Deacons, manage and implement the mission and goal of the church.
• Preach all Sunday services except for pre-determined vacations.
• Be personally involved in providing pastoral care (visit members, shut-ins, nursing home, etc.) to the congregation, but is not expected to be the sole provider.
• Provide a regular update to the Elders and Deacons concerning contacts, activities, issues, concerns, and needs at the monthly/quarterly  board meeting.
• Maintain availability by phone and email.
• Provide counseling services (pre-marital, funeral, emergencies, etc.) as needed.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Vacation time off

Schedule:

• Weekends
• Possibility of Wednesday evenings

Work Location: In person