Pastor at West Zion

West Zion
Moundridge, Kansas, United States
Date Posted: 10/14/2024
Categories: Senior Pastor
Denominations:
Church Size: 50 to 100
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Type: Salary
Pay Range: $54,000 - $85,000
Employee Workplace: On-site
Job Description:

Church Overview: West Zion Mennonite Church is a close-knit congregation that comes from the Anabaptist tradition and is a member of the Evana Network. We are seeking a pastor for our congregation who has a desire to reach the unchurched and extend an invitation to them to join us in our faith walk. 

We are located in the town of Moundridge, Kansas. Our growing town of 2,000+ is centrally located on a main interstate I-135 between Wichita and Salina. Here are some observations offered by local citizens at a recent community building workshop: Moundridge is a vibrant community with a safe family-oriented atmosphere where everyone helps each other. We take great pride in our children, schools, churches and local community activities. Known for our farming heritage, Moundridge is a place where unity and community pride is ingrained within everyday life.

Qualities and traits: The lead pastor must have a committed personal relationship with Jesus Christ and affirm our vision and mission along with our Confession of Faith. Skills would include a biblically based preaching style, strong communication, administrative leadership, and pastoral care. 

Accountability: 

  • The pastor is accountable to Jesus Christ, for the church’s spiritual well-being
  • The Pastor is also accountable to West Zion Mennonite Church and Deacons as

set forth in the Constitution.

  • The Pastor is accountable to Evana Network per their requirements.

Lead Pastor Responsibility:  

  • Preach in worship service on Sunday mornings
  • Lead funerals, weddings, and other special services
  • Congregational visitations as needed
  • Participate in monthly council and board of deacons meetings  
  • Help grow our vision for vibrant outreach and life-giving discipleship. 

Please provide the following to lvguhr@gmail.com when applying: 

  • Resume, including at least 3 references
  • Cover Letter
  • Website links to samples of your preaching, if available

*All application material will will be kept confidential within the Pastoral Search Committee

About West Zion

West Zion Mennonite Church is a close-knit congregation that comes from the Anabaptist tradition and is a member of the Evana Network. We are seeking a pastor for our congregation who has a desire to reach the unchurched and extend an invitation to them to join us in our faith walk. 

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