Pastor

Ellen Chapel Church invites applications for the position of Pastor. To be considered for this position, the following qualifications are preferred:

·      An earned 2-year Associates Degree – or higher degree – from an accredited institution in Bible, theology, Christian education, or related field

·      At least six years of successful pastoral ministry at a church comparable in size to Ellen Chapel. Currently, Ellen Chapel has approximately 220 members and an average Sunday morning worship attendance of approximately 130 people

·      Excellent teaching and preaching skills

·      Effective leadership, counseling, and visitation skills

Salary and benefits are competitive for the Central Pennsylvania Region and commensurate with education and experience.

To apply, please submit the following materials to the mailing address below:

·      Letter of application

·      Resume or Curriculum Vitae

·      At least three letters of reference from individuals who can attest to the applicant’s Christian character, personal temperament, and pastoral skills

·      Official transcripts of all collegiate coursework

·      Personal Statement of Faith and Call to Ministry (no longer than 5 double-spaced pages)

·      Personal Philosophy of Pastoral Ministry (no longer than 5 double-spaced pages)

Kevin Zook, Chair

Pastoral Selection Committee

Ellen Chapel Church

11764 Ferguson Valley Road

Lewistown, PA 17044

All information and materials received will be held in strictest confidence. Complete applications will be reviewed beginning October 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. For inquiries, email the Pastoral Selection Committee at ECpastorsearch@gmail.com.

Established in 1886 and centrally located in scenic, rural Mifflin County, Pennsylvania, the Ellen Chapel Church is a non-denominational, congregational church organized to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Our theological heritage is rooted in the Arminian-Weslyan tradition, commonly known as Methodism. We believe that the Bible is God’s written Word and the final authority for all Christian beliefs and practices.