Pastor
St. Thomas UCC
Harrisburg, PA 17112
Denomination: Other
Category: Senior Pastor, Lead Pastor
Church Size: 100 - 250
Salary: Not specified
Posted on: April 02, 2025
Time Type: Full Time
Job Description:
St. Thomas United Church of Christ, located in a suburb of Harrisburg, PA, is a historic yet forward-looking congregation seeking a full-time pastor to guide its journey. St. Thomas values its welcoming, nurturing atmosphere and emphasizes outreach ministries, spiritual development and community engagement. Our congregation is financially stable and has a well-maintained physical space. We pride ourselves on our strong lay leadership, inclusive worship services, and focus on intergenerational connections. Our many long-term members are eager to expand our youth and children's programs while also addressing community challenges and needs under the direction of our Community Impact Team.
Linglestown, where St. Thomas resides, offers a suburban lifestyle with proximity to outdoor activities, cultural attractions, and major cities like Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York City. The church actively engages with its local and regional communities through partnerships, food banks and outreach programs, earning a reputation as a welcoming "Church of many doors." Members enjoy dynamic worship experiences, alongside initiatives like Vacation Bible School and scouting programs.
St. Thomas is seeking a compassionate pastor with strong leadership skills, preaching talent, and a commitment to inclusivity - someone ready to inspire faith and growth within the congregation and beyond its walls. In addition to spiritual guidance, the pastor will collaborate with established church committees and lay leadership, balancing administrative tasks and community involvement. The church offers a negotiable compensation package including housing allowance and benefits, aligned with UCC Conference Guidelines. St. Thomas aims to enhance its representation of local diversity, strengthen children's ministries, and continue to serve as a beacon of hope in the community while fostering a thriving, faith-driven environment.
Linglestown, where St. Thomas resides, offers a suburban lifestyle with proximity to outdoor activities, cultural attractions, and major cities like Washington DC, Philadelphia, and New York City. The church actively engages with its local and regional communities through partnerships, food banks and outreach programs, earning a reputation as a welcoming "Church of many doors." Members enjoy dynamic worship experiences, alongside initiatives like Vacation Bible School and scouting programs.
St. Thomas is seeking a compassionate pastor with strong leadership skills, preaching talent, and a commitment to inclusivity - someone ready to inspire faith and growth within the congregation and beyond its walls. In addition to spiritual guidance, the pastor will collaborate with established church committees and lay leadership, balancing administrative tasks and community involvement. The church offers a negotiable compensation package including housing allowance and benefits, aligned with UCC Conference Guidelines. St. Thomas aims to enhance its representation of local diversity, strengthen children's ministries, and continue to serve as a beacon of hope in the community while fostering a thriving, faith-driven environment.
About St. Thomas UCC:
St. Thomas is a historic church, located in an established and growing suburb of Harrisburg. Our congregation is very welcoming, loving and nurturing in our individual and collective faith journeys. We are blessed with and grateful for our many talented and committed Christians who serve our church and community in many and varied ways.
Job Qualifications:
Seminary training or pastoral work desired.
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Position Information:
Job Title:
Pastor
Time Type:
Full Time
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Salary:
Not specified
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Worship Style:
Traditional
Church Size:
100 - 250
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Contact Name:
Michelle Clark, Administrative Assistant
Address1:
6490 Linglestown Road
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City:
Harrisburg
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ZIP Code:
17112
Country:
United States
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