PASTOR - Greenville Methodist Church Greenville GA
PASTOR - Greenville Methodist Church Greenville GA
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Job Description
Greenville Methodist Church(Greenville GA) Pastor
The Big Picture
Greenville Methodist Church isseeking a fulltime Pastor.
Requirements
The Church
Greenville Methodist Church is an independent church located in West Central Georgia between Atlanta and Columbus fortyfive minutes south of the Atlanta airport. Wehavea loving and friendly church family and enjoy fellowship with each other and our visitors. Many of our church members are or have been educators or professionals. We are a financially stable debt free church.
Our sanctuary is 128 years old with original stainedglass windows. Our pianist and choir are amazing for such a small church.
We have a long history of involvement in missions (Matthew 25:3536 both local and abroad. Our church has a food pantry twice a month and our women run a clothing and household goods ministry. Greenville Methodist Church also supports other local and international missions. We partner with Habitat for Humanity both in labor and monetary support and are beginning construction on the 37th house in our county.
Our vision isto increase our community outreach and membership. We seek the abundant life that Jesus promised as we spread the gospel to thosewith whom we come in contact.You can learn more about Greenville Methodist Church by visiting our website:.
The MISSION
Growing closer to God in our daily lives
Moving out into our community and our world sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ
Creating ministries of compassion that transform the lives of those in need.
Job Description
The Pastor is responsible to Greenville Methodist Church for proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ to the church and community engaging in pastoral care ministries to meet the needs of the members of Greenville Methodist Church and leading the church in community outreach ministries.
Educational and Experiential Requirements
Any of the following educational paths will be accepted: Master of Divinity; Master of Arts (or equivalent degree in practice of ministry) joint Bachelor of Arts and Master of Divinity; bachelors degree in ministry or a Course of Study program.
Consideration will be given to any of the following experience levels: Active or retired ministers; recent seminary graduate; Seminary student (second year or higher) who has served as a youth minister or support staff under a senior minister.
Qualifications
Have a personal faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to Christ as Lord and Savior.
Accept the authority of Scripture and be competent in the disciplines of the Scripture.
Illustrate sound Wesleyan Theology.
Conduct personal financial affairs with Biblical integrity.
Be accountable to Greenville Methodist Church by accepting its doctrinal standards discipline and authority.
Possess leadership and pastoral care skills that can minister to our older congregation while encouraging growth with younger families.
Responsibilities
Prepare for and conduct weekly worship services and perform the sacraments of baptism and communion.
Lead the church in proclaiming the gospel to the church and community.
Lead Greenville Methodist in developing spiritual goals for the church opportunities for study of the Scriptures and outreach programs.
Provide congregational care by visiting hospitalized or homebound members prospective membersandproviding counseling when requested.
Collaborate and work with staff and committees on maintaining the daily activities of the church.
Perform wedding ceremonies based on the beliefs of Greenville Methodist church and strict adherence to Scripture.
Conduct funeral services.
Maintain a regular program of study to maintain a vibrant spiritual life and to enable himself/herself to plan and conduct meaningful worship services.
Benefits
The Compensation
Total Package:depending on qualifications. This includes a 3 bedroom/2bathroom parsonage in town utility allowance health insurance/retirement stipend and mileage/education reimbursement. Some items listed may be negotiable. In addition there is a onetime moving allowance.
The Process
Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:
Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor at Greenville Methodist Church
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of Greenville Methodist Church
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Greenville Methodist Church and Weslyan theology
Please send your resume the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to
Employment Type
Full-Time
