Pastor

PASTOR POSITION
University Baptist Church
315 North Sherman Avenue
Macomb, Illinois 61455
University Baptist Church is a financially secure, small congregation, averaging about
15 people per week, with a goal to grow, as the Lord provides. The Pastor position is
part-time, with an expected weekly schedule of 25 hours. Bi-vocational applicants are
welcome. The salary range is $36,000-$41,000, depending on experience, and includes
an available parsonage and utilities. The applicant we seek will minister as follows:
LEADING:
● Plan and conduct the worship service: including preparing and delivering the
sermons and leading the observance of ordinances.
● Lead the church in an effective program of witnessing and in a caring ministry for
persons in the church and community.
● Leading in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and evaluating the total
program of the church.
● Attend council and committee meetings, and work with the deacons, church officers,
and the councils as they perform their responsibilities.
● Cooperate with associational, state, and denominational leaders in matters of mutual
interest and concern, and keep the church informed of denominational development.
PASTORAL CARE:
● Extend care to individuals or families through one-on-one contact
● Visits individuals who are in hospitals, nursing homes, or homebound
● Stay in contact with those who are recovering at home
● Contact prospective members
● Contact those who have become inactive in church
● Contact people experiencing crisis or spiritual needs
● Guide people in times of anxiety, confusion, and doubt
● Be available for individual or family counseling
● Be there for people during times of celebration and times of grief
● Visit or contact individuals who are having diagnostic tests or procedures and
support the family
● Involve couples in pre-marriage counseling
● Perform marriage ceremonies
● Visit families that have lost a loved one
● Officiate funeral services
● Maintain scheduled office hours (flexible as approved by the deacons) at the church
● Other responsibilities as needed
Inquiries and resumes may be sent to [email protected]

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