Solo Pastor

Position Title: Solo PastorPosition Duration: Settled – a called position for longer-term ministry in which the minister moves church membership to the congregation and moves standing to related association.Compensation Level: Full TimeTotal support package meet conference compensation guidelines.Responsibilities• Preparation and leadership of Sunday worship including scripture study, crafting of liturgy and bulletin, planning of music in coordination with music staff.• Administer the sacraments of Baptism and Holy Communion in accordance with United Church of Christ theology and practice.• Faith formation and vitality through prayer, Bible study, service, identifying helpful resources and opportunities; visitation for sick and shut-ins; pastoral care collaboration with lay people• Provide leadership development by collaborating with lay leaders to design and strengthen ministries and programs, participating in meetings, and offering guidance and support to church initiatives as needed.• Lead community engagement by representing the church as an ambassador of God’s love through worship, pastoral services (weddings, funerals, etc), and relationships with local organizations.• Provide administrative leadership in collaboration with elected church leaders, including participation in council and committee meetings as appropriate.• Strategic planning for current and new directions in ministry• Participate in wider church activities • Supervision of staff• Counseling, listening, and referral• Study and prayer to increase faith and improve skills to lead, teach, & preach effectively• Reaches out to inactive members and works at bringing new members into the church• Support the youth group through visible pastoral presence, including occasional short messages or activities that encourage faith development and connection.• Lead the confirmation program by teaching confirmation classes and supporting the faith formation of youth preparing for active church membership.• Support effective communication of the church’s mission and ministries, including appropriate use of technology and digital platforms.• Provide pastoral leadership in times of change and conflict, fostering healthy communication, mutual respect, and shared discernment.Qualifications:The successful candidate must be an ordained minister with the ability to fulfill all pastoral responsibilities of a solo pastor role, including preaching, teaching, pastoral care, leadership, and administration.• Spiritual: Grounded in scripture and theology; encourages faith development for all ages; inspirational sermons• Leadership: adaptive, openness to change, patience and trust-building, willingness to learn and grow; engaging with the community beyond the church walls and strengthening outreach including missions• Communication: Effective oral, written, and digital communication; relevant and engaging preachingTo Apply: https://oppsearch.ucc.org/web/fastdetails.aspx?id=7152&KeepThis=false&TB_iframe=true&height=&width=