Pastor

Job Description: Pastor for George Community Church Location: George, Clackamas County, Oregon www.georgecommunitychurch.org Church Overview: George Community Church (GCC) is a nondenominational, Bible-believing congregation dedicated to shining the light of Jesus in its community. Founded in an old schoolhouse in 1969, the church moved into a new building in 1981 with 164 in attendance. GCC offers Sunday services, communion, women’s bible studies, men’s study breakfasts,Sunday school, harvest parties, community picnics and vacation bible school. With 6 pastors plus interim pastors since its inception, GCC currently has approximately 25 members (plus additional regular attendees) aged 10-80, as of 2021. The church is located in a beautiful community 20 minutes from Estacada and Sandy, with an 8-mile loop consisting of approximately 300 homes.

Qualifications and Responsibilities:

1. Spiritual Maturity and Faithfulness • Demonstrate through prayer, study of scripture, and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, modeling a life aligned with Christian values. • Lead by example (1 Timothy 4:12), fostering spiritual authenticity and growth in the congregation.

2. Biblical Knowledge and Teaching Ability • Possess a solid understanding of scripture and the ability to preach and teach it clearly, accurately, and in a way that connects with the congregation. • “Feed the sheep” with God’s Word (John 21:17), equipping the church for faith and service (Ephesians 4:11-12).

3. Servant Leadership • Exhibit a pastor’s heart with humility, putting the needs of the congregation above personal ambition, modeled after Jesus washing the disciples’ feet (John 13:14-15). • Serve in a small church setting where the pastor often wears many hats, requiring a willingness to serve rather than dictate.

4. Compassion and Pastoral Care • Genuinely care for people, offering comfort, counsel, and presence in times of joy and hardship. •Small congregations thrive on personal relationships with the pastor and his wife often becoming a primary source of support (Galatians 6:2).

5. Relational Skills • Connect well with diverse ages and personalities, fostering unity in a small, often family-like congregation. • Navigate relationships with grace (Colossians 3:12-13), be involved in members lives and help resolve conflicts peacefully. Additional Expectations: • Community Engagement: Actively participate in and support GCC’s community-focused programs (e.g., picnics, VBS) to strengthen the church’s witness in George. Actively lead in recruiting new members from the community.

• Flexibility: Adapt to the needs of a small congregation with limited resources, contributing to a variety of church activities.

• Availability: Be present for Sunday services and key events, serving a membership spread across ages 10-80.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, and references to:

George Community Church

c/o Bryan Vader 41750 SE George Rd Estacada, OR 97023

Or email at bvader94@hotmail.com

Applications are available for download on our website at http://www.georgecommunitychurch.org

Additional information: http:/www.georgecommunitychurch.org/members-page.html

Please outline your experience in pastoral care, teaching, and community leadership, aligning with the qualities above.