Pastor

The Vision of Northminster Presbyterian Church is to honor God by leading people to faith in Jesus Christ.  We strive through worship, music, education and mission outreach to:

• Teach the truth and authority of the Bible.
• Encourage and strengthen all people in believing Jesus Christ is the way to our salvation.
• Invite and welcome others into the fellowship of Christ’s family.
• Serve our community and the world by reaching out to those in need; and
• Work with people of other faiths and cultures for understanding and for the common \good.

Skills, gifts and training, to lead the congregation towards the vision and mission established.

A heart for ministry, a sense of being called, humility, Spirit filled, natural loving attitude for people.  Seminary educated, ordained or qualified to be ordained in the Presbyterian Church USA. A heart for preaching and sermon preparation with emphasis on the “Truth and authority” of Scripture.

Position Description

• Part-time, 30 hours per week.
• Annual Salary, $50,000.
• Pension and Medical $19,500, Auto expense $2,400, Study Leave $1,200

Pastor job description:

Northminster Presbyterian Church will look to the called pastor to teach the truth and authority of the Bible through corporate worship, guidance to the congregation on prayer and Bible study and provide encouragement on how best to serve our community and the world in reaching out to those in need.

• Lead worship and preach at regular Sunday Services.
• Arranges for substitute pastor as needed.
• Coordinate with Choir Director, organist/pianist and Worship Committee in planning regular and special worship services.
• Officiate at weddings, funerals and memorial services.
• Call on sick, homebound and hospitalized members.
• Provide counseling and pastoral care/advice to members.
• Serve as Head of Staff providing administrative leadership.
• Moderate Session and Congregational meetings.
• Work with committees in settling objectives, implementing their plans and evaluating results.

Represent the church dealings with outside organizations