Senior Pastor Position
St. Peter's Lutheran Church
Marion, WI 54950
Denomination: Lutheran
Category: Other Pastor
Church Size: 100 - 250
Salary: Not specified
Posted on: October 15, 2024
Time Type: Part Time
Job Description:
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Pastor Position
Description:
Position Overview: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church is seeking a part-time Pastor with theological knowledge and the ability to explain it, while preaching the Gospel. Along with strong leadership skills, our pastor would help to coordinate various church programs, while working well with our church family, and our community. Our average attendance on Sundays is 60 and our current membership is approximately 150.
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church is located in Waupaca County, Wisconsin. Activities in the area are hunting, fishing, hiking, water sports, cross country skiing, other outdoor activities, as well as cultural activities located within an hour of the church.
A. Overview of Responsibilities:
1. Be enthusiastic in the call to serve while leading the church to fulfill its mission, “Alive in the Spirit”.
2. To nurture St. Peter’s members in the Word of God, to help them grow in faith, hope, and love; to see their daily lives as the primary setting of exercising their Christian calling.
3. To coordinate services with the help of the Lay Ministry and Worship Teams.
4. Support the day-to-day ministry of the congregation and administration of the church.
5. Some of St. Peter’s Ministries include Baptism preparation, Sunday School, First Communion preparation, Confirmation instruction, membership visits, funerals, and weddings (including rehearsal and counseling).
6. We encourage participation in the youth ministry and youth events of the congregation.
7. Work with the Board of Trustees to staff the church as deemed necessary.
8. Administer the sacraments such as Holy Communion and Baptism according to guidelines of the LCMC and St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.
9. St. Peter’s follows Lutheran Theology. See LCMC “A Pastoral Admonition” and “Statement of Faith”.
a. https://www.lcmc.net/statement-of-faith/231
b. https://www.lcmc.net/pastoral-admonition/425
B. Qualifications:
1. Must be Biblically sound: teaching truth, law, repentance, and grace
2. Must be a leader that builds up others to be leaders
3. Must be a servant leader, a strong teacher, and an exuberant team player
4. Must be willing to embrace and enjoy the rural culture in which we live
5. Stands firm in their faith sharing their faith with others
6. Seminarians are welcome to apply
Compensation:
1. Pastoral duties and compensation will be negotiated between the Board of Trustees and the potential candidate.
To Apply:
Please provide the following information to the Call Committee:
1. Resume and cover letter.
2. Minimum of four references; those being a Pastor, and three other non-family members.
3. Copy of Diploma or Certified Transcript from College.
4. Copy of Diploma or Certified Transcript from Seminary.
5. Must be able to pass a background check.
You can send your application to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church,
N10685 Petersen Rd., Marion, WI 54950
715-754-2690
or by email stpetersbigfalls@gmail.com
For further information on St. Peter’s Lutheran Church and the surrounding communities you can request a copy of our Pastor Profile via email stpetersbigfalls@gmail.com
Description:
Position Overview: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church is seeking a part-time Pastor with theological knowledge and the ability to explain it, while preaching the Gospel. Along with strong leadership skills, our pastor would help to coordinate various church programs, while working well with our church family, and our community. Our average attendance on Sundays is 60 and our current membership is approximately 150.
St. Peter’s Lutheran Church is located in Waupaca County, Wisconsin. Activities in the area are hunting, fishing, hiking, water sports, cross country skiing, other outdoor activities, as well as cultural activities located within an hour of the church.
A. Overview of Responsibilities:
1. Be enthusiastic in the call to serve while leading the church to fulfill its mission, “Alive in the Spirit”.
2. To nurture St. Peter’s members in the Word of God, to help them grow in faith, hope, and love; to see their daily lives as the primary setting of exercising their Christian calling.
3. To coordinate services with the help of the Lay Ministry and Worship Teams.
4. Support the day-to-day ministry of the congregation and administration of the church.
5. Some of St. Peter’s Ministries include Baptism preparation, Sunday School, First Communion preparation, Confirmation instruction, membership visits, funerals, and weddings (including rehearsal and counseling).
6. We encourage participation in the youth ministry and youth events of the congregation.
7. Work with the Board of Trustees to staff the church as deemed necessary.
8. Administer the sacraments such as Holy Communion and Baptism according to guidelines of the LCMC and St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.
9. St. Peter’s follows Lutheran Theology. See LCMC “A Pastoral Admonition” and “Statement of Faith”.
a. https://www.lcmc.net/statement-of-faith/231
b. https://www.lcmc.net/pastoral-admonition/425
B. Qualifications:
1. Must be Biblically sound: teaching truth, law, repentance, and grace
2. Must be a leader that builds up others to be leaders
3. Must be a servant leader, a strong teacher, and an exuberant team player
4. Must be willing to embrace and enjoy the rural culture in which we live
5. Stands firm in their faith sharing their faith with others
6. Seminarians are welcome to apply
Compensation:
1. Pastoral duties and compensation will be negotiated between the Board of Trustees and the potential candidate.
To Apply:
Please provide the following information to the Call Committee:
1. Resume and cover letter.
2. Minimum of four references; those being a Pastor, and three other non-family members.
3. Copy of Diploma or Certified Transcript from College.
4. Copy of Diploma or Certified Transcript from Seminary.
5. Must be able to pass a background check.
You can send your application to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church,
N10685 Petersen Rd., Marion, WI 54950
715-754-2690
or by email stpetersbigfalls@gmail.com
For further information on St. Peter’s Lutheran Church and the surrounding communities you can request a copy of our Pastor Profile via email stpetersbigfalls@gmail.com
Position Information:
Job Title:
Senior Pastor Position
Time Type:
Part Time
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Salary:
Not specified
Organization Type:
Church
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Blended
Church Size:
100 - 250
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Contact Name:
Jackie Baldwin
Address1:
N10685 Petersen Rd.
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City:
Marion
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ZIP Code:
54950
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United States
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