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St. Peter’s First Community Church is seeking a pastor to shepherd our congregation in the town of Huntington, IN (pop. 17,000). SPFCC is a small, friendly, non-denominational, Bible-teaching church that has been in existence since 1859. Average Sunday morning attendance is typically around 80 people with a handful more watching via the live stream. Congregants range from young families to older couples and individuals across a fairly even distribution. We practice an open communion table and baptize/dedicate infants based on parental request. We welcome applicants regardless of race or gender. If you are ready to shepherd a congregation and lead us into discipleship, growth, unity, and with respect for all, we invite you to consider joining our community.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

Job Summary

The Lead Pastor is responsible for the spiritual leadership, growth, and overall health of the congregation. They will shepherd the church by preaching and teaching the Word of God, collaborating in worship, pastoral care, discipleship, and community outreach. The Lead Pastor works in partnership with the Church Council and church staff to implement the church’s mission and vision while equipping members to use their gifts in service to God and others.

Qualifications

Below are the qualifications we are looking for our new pastor to meet:

• A deep relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to spiritual growth.
• A degree in Theology, Biblical Studies, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Proven experience in pastoral ministry, spiritual leadership, and community engagement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in organizational and administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

Here is a non-exhaustive list of the responsibilities and duties the pastor of St. Peter’s First Community Church must fill:

• Key Responsibilities: Discipleship, Preaching and Teaching, Community Outreach and Evangelism, Pastoral Care, Executive and Organizational Development, Personal Growth.
• Deliver engaging, Spirit-filled sermons that align with our doctrinal beliefs found on our website (https://spfcc.org/values).
• Collaboration with leadership teams staff and volunteers to ensure the smooth daily operation of the church and its ministries.
• Full job description available upon request.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement contributions.
• Pay: Starting at $60,000 per year, factoring in the effective value of parsonage. Housing and utilities are provided through the parsonage at a $20,000 value ($40,000+$20,000=$60,000). Salary is based on experience and skill set.

Closing Statement

At St. Peter’s First Community Church, we believe that finding the right pastor is a collaborative effort between the church leadership, congregation, and the candidate. We look forward to welcoming a new pastor who shares our mission and is excited to lead this church.If you feel called to be a part of our community, we invite you to apply and join us in fulfilling our mission together.