Senior Pastor – First Congregational Church of Otsego (Otsego, MI)

The Big Picture

First Congregational Church of Otsego, Michigan is seeking a Senior Pastor to provide pastoral leadership for our congregation. Our current pastor, Lenny Luchetti, is leaving to be closer to aging family after a fruitful season of ministry that saw the church's membership grow. First Congregational previously partnered with LancasterSearch in 2023 for a successful pastor search and is glad to be working together again.

First Congregational is affiliated with the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (the 4C's) and currently has 83 members, 38 of whom are inactive, along with 3 shut-ins. More information about the church can be found on our Facebook page (facebook.com/p/First-Congregational-Church-of-Otsego-100086195927428).

Job Profile

• Lead worship services, preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and administer the Ordinances of Baptism and the Lord's Supper.
• Call on members in times of sickness and sorrow. Do general visitation.
• Meet with prospective new members and provide counseling or classes as required in the new member decision process of this church.
• Officiate at weddings and funerals and provide counseling as needed.
• Work with the church administrative assistant in preparing bulletins, newsletters, and other church correspondence.
• Develop and empower the church leadership and small groups to provide spiritual education and direction to the church body.
• Work with church teams and committees to assist them in carrying out their assigned tasks, having the freedom of voice and counsel, and without vote.
• Perform administrative duties related to office, staff, and property as necessary.
• Participate in Leadership Council meetings monthly, or as directed.
• Provide a summary report of his/her church-related activities to the Chairperson of the Leadership Council. This report is to be provided on a quarterly basis.
• Maintain church office hours, establishing a regular schedule that includes a minimum of 12 hours per week for congregants to meet with the pastor without needing an appointment.
• Interact with the Conservative Congregational Christian Conference (4C's) and network with local churches.
• Abide by and minister according to the Church Bylaws and the 4C's Code of Ethics for Churches.

Compensation & Benefits

Beginning salary range: $70,000–$80,000

The Process

Please look over this job description and the church's Facebook page. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

1. Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Senior Pastor at First Congregational Church of Otsego?
2. Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Senior Pastor of First Congregational Church of Otsego?
3. In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the statement of faith of First Congregational Church of Otsego?

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@No-FeePastorSearch.com