DELAWARE:
Smyrna Church of Christ
Smyrna, Delaware
Smyrna Church of Christ is an instrumental church that has been in existence since 1977.
Currently the active membership is approximately 55 with a strong desire to grow. We are seeking a full-time minister who is called by God and is equipped to effectively preach and teach the Word of God. Candidate must be able to fulfill the spiritual needs of the congregation through visitations, prayer, conducting weddings, funerals, and administering the ordinances of the church. Must possess biblical and spiritual qualities as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. Currently the minister will work under the oversight of our Leadership Team until a new Board of Elders can be established. He must believe in and support the Restoration Movement. Our Worship Center is 9,975 sq. ft., which includes a minister office that was added in 2019. The facility also includes a 9,700 sq. ft. Fellowship Hall with additional offices and classrooms. Also available to the minister is a 2-story, 2,200 sq. ft. parsonage located on the grounds of the church property. (See pictures on page 2).
Smyrna is a small town with a population of about 13,000. Two new developments are expected in the next couple of years within one mile of the church building with a potential increase in population of 3,000. Delaware’s climate is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. Numerous outdoor and indoor activities are available in the area. Smyrna is less than a two-hour drive of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Annapolis, DC, and Delaware beaches.
Preferred Minister Qualifications:
- Must be a licensed and ordained minister in the Church of Christ/Christian Church.
- Be a visionary with sound judgment and discernment.
- Prefer a minimum of five years ministry experience.
- Prefer a bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited Restoration Movement College or University.
- Possess effective communication skills (written and oral).
- Growth-oriented and pastoral care capability.
- Demonstrated personal financial awareness and responsibility.
- Committed to continuing education and development.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a congregation.
- Possess effective administration skills and able to organize and lead staff.
- Three letters of recommendation.
Please email/mail a recent sermon (or web link) along with a resume to:
Pulpit Committee
Attn: Jim Tompkins
Smyrna Church of Christ
1630 Joe Goldsborough Road
Smyrna, DE 19977
(m) 302-547-7545
Email: jim.tompkins@smyrnachurchofchrist.com
ILLINOIS:
Danville, Illinois
South Side Church of Christ
Full-Time Position
South Side Church of Christ is dedicated to the restoration of the Lord’s church to the first century doctrine in teaching and principles for living.
Desired skills
Ordained evangelist
Preaching Skills
Bible Teaching Skills
Leadership Skills
Counseling Skills
The evangelist shall promote the growth and well being of South Side Church of Christ. He shall assist the congregation in carrying out the great commission. He shall encourage by word and example the work in missions, worship, and leadership of the church.
Desired Qualifications
College education from a Bible College faithful to training students to restore the church according to the New Testament pattern.
Candidate should meet the qualifications for an evangelist as described in the epistles to Timothy and Titus.
Candidate should work in accordance to the New Testament directives, in cooperation with the eldership.
At least two years of ministerial experience is preferred.
Candidate should be able to organize and work with other people.
Duties
Responsible to the eldership of the church
Help maintain membership roster and baptism records
Visitation in hospitals, to the membership, to shut-ins, and new visitors
Provide counseling, as needed
Keep private record files for counseling
Promote Growth in the congregation – Galatians 5:22-24; I Peter 3:8-9
Regardless of time of day, be accessible to the congregation
Conduct and participate in two evening programs – Sunday evening and Wednesday evening Bible Study and Prayer meeting
Prepare and preach weekly Lord’s day sermons
Recognize and encourage, and assist in training young men in the congregation into ministry
Make regular reports at elders and deacons meeting, and attend meetings
Be available to attend other committee meetings as needed
Compensation and Vacation
Evangelist will be paid weekly an amount agreed upon by the eldership and the evangelist
Paid vacation shall be two weeks (including two Sundays) per calendar year (14 days). If date of hire is after the first of July, one week (including one Sunday) for the remaining of the year (7 days).
Paid during absences to do evangelistic work, as approved by the eldership
No parsonage available
Send resume and sample sermon to:
Attention: Elders
South Side Church of Christ
611 South Forrest Street
Danville, IL 61832
It could also be sent to:
INDIANA:
KENTUCKY:
Ashland
Beech Street Christian Church
Full-Time Position
Beech Street Christian Church is dedicated to the restoration of the Lord’s church to the first century doctrine in teaching and principles for living. The Minister shall promote the growth and well being of Beech Street Christian Church. He shall assist the congregation in carrying out the great commission. He shall encourage by word and example the work in missions, worship, and leadership of the church. Beech Street Christian Church has been a part of God’s heart and love for over 100 years.
Beech Street Christian Church is located in the heart of a densely populated residential area of Ashland, Kentucky offering us tremendous opportunities for growth. We are surrounded by neighborhood schools and within walking distance of Paul G. Blazer High School (www.ashland.kyschools.us/) and a wonderful YMCA facility (www.aaymca.org/). The Ashland community has plenty to offer a young family with great schools, wonderful parks, recreation, and healthcare (www.kingsdaughtershealth.com/). We would love to talk to the candidate God is preparing for this exciting ministry opportunity.
Excellent school system
Desired skills
Ordained evangelist
Preaching Skills
Bible Teaching Skills
Leadership Skills
Counseling Skills
Desired Qualifications
College education from a Bible College faithful to training students to restore the church according to the New Testament pattern.
Candidate should meet the qualifications for a Minister as described in the epistles to Timothy and Titus.
Candidate should work in accordance to the New Testament directives, in cooperation with the Eldership.
At least two years of ministerial experience is preferred.
Candidate should be able to organize and work with other people.
Duties
Responsible to the Eldership of the church
Help maintain membership roster and baptism records
Visitation in hospitals, to the membership, to shut-ins, and new visitors
Provide counseling, as needed
Keep private record files for counseling
Promote Growth in the congregation – Galatians 5:22-24; I Peter 3:8-9
Be accessible to the congregation evening Bible Study and Prayer meeting
Prepare and preach weekly Lord’s day sermons
Make regular reports at elders and deacons meeting, and attend meetings
Be available to attend other committee meetings as needed
Compensation and Vacation
Minister will be paid weekly [negotiable] an amount agreed upon by the Eldership and the Minister
Paid vacation shall be two weeks (including two Sundays) per calendar year (14 days).
Paid during absences to do evangelistic work, as approved by the Eldership
Parsonage available {negotiable}
Send resume and sample sermon to:
Attention: Elders
Beech Street Christian Church
It could also be sent to:
rdavidpence@gmail.com
jcjdowney@roadrunner.com
Flemingsburg
New Life Church of Christ
New Life Church of Christ is dedicated to the restoration of the Lord’s church to the first century doctrine in teaching and principles for living.
Fleming County is a small rural county nestled in the Northeastern hills of Kentucky, surrounded by rolling farmland and hillsides boasting of beautiful color, especially in fall. The area has become home to many Amish and Mennonite families because of the rich and fertile land. The City of Flemingsburg takes pride in our beautiful city with brick paved sidewalks and acorn shaped lamps. It is reminiscent of times gone by and a simpler way of life. Golf, fishing, camping, swimming, tennis, hiking, hunting, and boating are all available. Simple pleasures can also be enjoyed by taking a late-night stroll around the town square. Fleming County is home to 3 beautiful historic covered bridges, the most well-known being, the Goddard White Covered Bridge. Fleming County was also the home of Pfc. Franklin Sousley who was one of the U.S. Marines who helped raise the American Flag at Iwo Jima during World War II. There is a monument commemorating this at the Elizaville Cemetery in Fleming County. Fleming County is a wonderful place to live and raise a family.
Overview of the Candidate:
The candidate will possess the qualities laid out in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9. This man must possess the ability to disciple, teach, and shepherd members of the church community. He will be a man who is guided by God’s Word as set forth in the Bible in all matters and able to effectively communicate his knowledge to the Congregation through his sermons. This preacher will be a humble servant and able to both lead and take direction. An ideal candidate will be compassionate, gracious, and personable in interpersonal dealings. He should be trustworthy and able to counsel people when called to do so, quick to listen and slow to speak. This man should be a follower of Jesus Christ both in word and deed and led by the Holy Spirit.
Full-time Position:
- Required to work 35 hours a week (6 hours daily Monday thru Friday and 5 hours that encompass Sunday morning, Sunday night, and Wednesday night services.)
Desired Skills:
- Ordained evangelist preferred.
- Preaching skills
- Bible Teaching skills
- Leadership skills
- Counseling skills
- Team Player
- The evangelist shall promote the growth and well being of New Life Church of Christ. He shall assist the congregation in carrying out the great commission. He shall encourage by word and example the work in missions, worship, and leadership of the church.
Desired Qualifications:
- Preferred college education from a Bible College faithful to training students to restore the church according to the New Testament pattern.
- Candidate should meet the qualification for an evangelist as described in the epistles to Timothy and Titus.
- Candidate should work in accordance to the New Testament directives, in cooperation with the eldership.
- Some ministerial experience is preferred.
- Candidate should be able to organize and work with other people.
Duties:
- Responsible to the eldership of the church
- Help maintain membership roster and baptism records.
- Visitation in hospitals, to the membership, to shut-ins, and new visitors
- Provide counseling, as needed, and keep private files for counseling.
- Promote growth in the congregation – Galatians 5:22-24; 1 Peter 3:8-9
- Be readily accessible to the congregation.
- Conduct and participate in two evening programs – Sunday evening and Wednesday evening Bible Study
- Prepare and preach weekly Lord’s Day sermons, morning, and nightly services.
- Recognize, encourage, and assist in training young men in the congregation into ministry.
- Attend and give updates on matters in the congregation at elders and deacons meetings and/or men’s meetings.
- Community Involvement/Community Outreach
- Be available to attend other committee meetings as needed.
- Be able to set quarterly goals (examples: outreach, growth of the congregation, missions).
Compensation and Vacation:
- Evangelist will be paid weekly an amount agreed upon by the leadership and the evangelist.
- Paid vacation shall be two weeks (including two Sundays) per calendar year (14 days). If date of hire is after the first of July, one week (including one Sunday) for the remaining of the year (7 days)
- Paid during absences to do evangelistic work, as approved by the leadership.
- No parsonage available
- No retirement available
- Insurance - possible Health Share
Send resume and sample sermon to:
Attention: Leadership
New Life Church of Christ
PO Box 281
Flemingsburg, Kentucky 41041
It could also be sent to:
newlifechurchofchrist23@gmail.com
Louisa
Paris
*Paris, KY– Ruddles Mills Christian Church is seeking a part time youth minister Candidate must possess a degree from a Church of Christ/Christian Church college (or equivalent life experience). Responsibilities include working alongside the senior minister and running of the church’s youth program (i.e. 1. Assessing the situation and needs and developing a strategy of education (both biblically and socially). 2.To organize, train and oversee teachers and sponsors.
Interested candidates should email their resume to: mcguireparis@aol.com
OHIO:
Senior Minister/Part time. The Westhill Church of Christ is seeking a part-time Senior Minister. The church has an average Sunday AM attendance in the mid-20s. The building is located at 3220 Sullivant Ave. Columbus, OH 43204. Inquiries may call 614-276-4070.
The Croton Church of Christ is seeking a qualified individual to serve as Associate/Youth Minister. If you know of someone who might be interested/qualified, please contact Dan Hamilton (cell – 740-966-0404; email – dan_crotonchurch@embarqmail. com. Thanks so much. May the Lord continue to bless your work in ministry.
Fort Recovery:
Fort Recovery First Church of Christ 1049 Union City Road Fort Recovery, OH 45846 419-375-2860
● Position: Full-time Lead Pastor in the Church of Christ
● Location: Fort Recovery, OH
● Salary: $40,000- $60,000 (Commensurate with experience)
We are seeking a shepherd, who is a member of the Church of Christ / Christian Church, to lead our church, mentor believers, and develop disciples to help reach the unbelievers and unchurched. As an independent congregation we are committed to our pastor and to spreading the Word and love of God. We believe that the Bible is the only guide and we hold true to the Word. Even though we are a church with a long history (Est. 1889), we are interested in new ideas on spreading the Word and the excitement that a new pastor will bring with him.
Please submit all correspondence to the following:
Contact Information: Shawn Thobe
Phone: 419-375-2860 Thank you and God Bless.
Frazeysburg:
The Meadow View Church of Christ is looking to hire a Worship Technical Director. This will be a part-time position with up to 20 hours per week.
6750 Raiders Rd
Frazeysburg Ohio, 43822
7408282536
Job Description
Title: Worship Technical Director
The primary role of the Worship Technical Director (WTD) is to be responsible for all technical aspects of the service pertaining to audio, video, lighting, and stage design, as well as overseeing leadership and development of volunteer teams. Doing all of this to allow participants in worship to focus on the Lord in an unhindered manner.
- Develop and maintain healthy working relationships with Church staff.
- Oversee and provide direction for all aspects of Sunday services and special events at church.
- Use ProPresenter for lighting, building scenes, running services, creating and adding slides, and importing videos and PowerPoint.
- Set up and tear down the stage before and after events.
- Oversee our Livestream service.
- Navigate soundboard for all aspects of audio.
- Oversee and maintain all production equipment at Church.
- Create and implement long-term equipment upgrade plans as well as preventative maintenance.
- Work within the budget given by the elders.
- Work as lead director and oversee worship service to ensure that service runs smoothly and that all parts can be seen, heard, and experienced comfortably.
- Recruit, equip, schedule, encourage and disciple the volunteer production team.
- Work with worship leaders and Monica to ensure ProPresenter slides are ready before practice begins.
- Ensure that any event (weddings, funerals, etc.) which requires sound or video has someone qualified scheduled to oversee the event.
- Be willing to be involved in community outreaches including opportunities for worship team to take part in various community events.
- Will maintain a vibrant faith in Christ through personal Bible study, prayer, and service.
- Will maintain a life of integrity, humility, and purity.
- Network with other Worship Technical Directors to keep up on current events/items.
- Always have clear communication lines open within the staff to promote connectedness between ministries.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help, and always be willing to help other ministries (Be a team player).
- Remember that your family is your first Ministry and that a work/family balance is important.
Montville:
Introduction:
The Montville Church of Christ is an American Restorationist, Bible-centered, and growing congregation located in rural Montville, Ohio. (Please refer to our website for more about our church as well as service livestreams.) We are seeking a preacher to care for the spiritual needs of our congregation.
An Overview of the Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate will possess the qualities laid out in 1 Timothy 3: 1 – 7 and Titus 1: 6 – 9. This man must possess the ability to disciple, teach, and shepherd members of the church community. He will be a man who is guided by God’s Word as set forth in the Bible in all matters and able to effectively communicate his knowledge to the Congregation through his sermons. This preacher will be a humble servant and able to both lead and take direction. An ideal candidate will be compassionate, gracious, and personable in interpersonal dealings. He should be trustworthy and able to counsel people when called to do so, quick to listen and slow to speak. This man should be a follower of Jesus Christ both in word and deed, and led by the Holy Spirit.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited Institution
• Must be an immersed follower of Jesus Christ
• Ministry experience preferred but not required
Job Type:
Full-time or Part-time depending on candidate
Pay:
Salary, housing allowance, and parsonage open to negotiation.
Schedule:
• Must be available Sunday Mornings for the morning worship service.
• Must be available to serve in community outreach.
Some additional notes:
We have planted many seeds in our small Congregation over the last few years and are please to be able to offer the following tools to aid in a preacher’s work:
o An in-church baptistry;
o A blended-worship style (multi-instrument worship team using both traditional and modern worship songs);
o Children’s ministry;
o Church choir;
o 4-Camera Livestream to multiple platforms simultaneously;
o A modern website and established social media presence and following
The process for interested candidates:
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Preacher in our Congregation.
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theological and doctrinal beliefs.
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Preacher in our Congregation.
Please send your resume, responses, and a sermon link to careers@montvillechurch.com
Pomeroy
The Hemlock Grove Christian Church in Pomeroy, Ohio is seeking a fulltime minister. We are a small non-denominational church focused on the teachings of the Bible. Interested applicants can mail a letter of interest, resume, and references to Hemlock Grove Christian Church, 38387 Hemlock Grove Road, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769. For any questions contact Courtney Midkiff at 740-992-1158.
Portsmouth
Central Church of Christ in Portsmouth, OH is currently seeking a
Part Time Minister of Worship. Candidates will work with the
Senior Minister to develop a cohesive worship experience
and lead our worship team.
For more information please contact:
Dennis Stevens Chairman of Elders
Email – deng5922@yahoo.com
Thayer Wallace Senior Minister
Email – ThayerTWallace@gmail.com
Central Church of Christ
Email- office@central-church.life
Central Church of Christ
1211 Grandview Avenue
Portsmouth, OH 45662
740-353-5846
PENNSYLVANIA:
WEST VIRGINIA:
PADEN CITY:
Paden City Christian Church
105 E. Main Street
Paden City, WV 26159
304-337-8650
Our minister will be expected to have morning office hours. A renovated parsonage is part of the compensation package.
Please contact Brent Croasmun, Elder, at 304-337-9437 or 304-266-4494, or e-mail resume to dlcroas@hotmail.com.
PINE GROVE
Pine Grove (Pine Grove Church of Christ – Preaching Minister / Full Time – Rt. 20, PO Box 232, Pine Grove, WV 26419 – Weekly Attendance 60 – (304) 889-3175 – 5/17)