Pacific School of Religion

ASSOCIATE PASTOR POSITION SUMMARY

The Peoples Church, located in East Lansing, Michigan, is a multi-denominational church officially a part of four denominations – The Presbyterian Church (USA), The United Church of Christ, The American Baptist Church, and the United Methodist Church.

The Associate Pastor, in coordination with the governing body, staff, and parishioners, will contribute significantly to the enhancement of the community, education, service, and stewardship to develop the spiritual growth of our multi-generational congregation.

ASSOCIATE PASTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The following are given as examples and are not intended to be all-inclusive:

• Provide leadership and supervision for the congregation’s Christian Education.
• Enhance programming of preschool, children’s, youth, college, and adult education.
• Assist in leadership for corporate worship.
• Participate in pastoral care within the community.
• Communicate effectively through a variety of mediums to a multi-generational congregation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in theological studies or related field.
• Ordained or eligible for ordination within one’s appropriate ecclesial judicatory body.
• Three years of experience in congregational ministry.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Hospitality
• Administration and management
• Preaching
• Teaching

COMPENSATION

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Benefits included

Please send cover letter, resume and references to the address below.