Pastor

Qualifications:

· Ordained Minister, someone with a Divinity degree willing to be ordained into the United Methodist Church, or in the process of completing a Divinity degree withing the next 12 months

· Willingness to complete a background check

· Looking for a full-time position

· Ability of communicate and engage with all age groups

Benefits:

· 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom parsonage

· Paid utilities

· Insurance Negotiable

· Fun loving church

· Salary Based on experience and education

About Pisgah Methodist Church

About Us: We are a friendly, welcoming, and praying church affectionately known as the “Rock Church on the Hill.” Located in a rural setting, our congregation is a mix of middle-class families and retirees. We are deeply committed to member care, supporting missions, and the power of prayer.

Our Current Programs: We offer a variety of programs, including:

· Methodist Men

· Methodist Women

· Chancel Choir

· Handbell Choir

· Youth (Middle / High School)

· ARK (K-6 Grade) – “Adults Reaching Kids through Christ”

· Sunday School

· Bible Studies

Engagement: Approximately 50% of our congregation is actively engaged in one or more of these discipleship programs.

Community and Mission: Our community is bustling with activities that often compete with church events, but we see this as an opportunity for ministry. We participate in community events such as the Youth and ARK Community Wide events, Christian Ministries, Angel Tree, Can Food Drive, Blessing Box (food box for the community), and much more.

Vision and Ethos: We believe we are saved by His grace and strive to be a welcoming place for all seeking faith, hope, and love. Our congregation aligns with the Wesleyan ethos, living out the values of worshipping passionately, loving extravagantly, and witnessing boldly, but we recognize the need to strengthen these areas further.

Laity Engagement: Our members actively show love through service, aiming to introduce more people to Christ.

Desired Qualities in a Pastor: We are looking for a pastor who can lead us in fulfilling our mission, nurture our current groups, and be active within all church activities. The ideal candidate would be:

· An extroverted, good listener with a sense of humor

· Capable of scripture-based preaching and teaching, while being open to mixing traditional and contemporary services

· Energetic and will to engage with all facets of Pisgah’s groups and ministries and advise on new ways we can reach our community and attract new members

· Willing to visit and engage with the congregation beyond Sunday services

Staff and Volunteers: Our paid staff includes the pastor and a treasurer. We also have dedicated volunteers serving as music director, instrumentalists, and various committee chairs.

Challenges and Future Needs: We face challenges in sustaining our church and attracting new members, particularly younger families. Our congregation is aging, and we need to reinvigorate our youth programs and compete with larger, nondenominational churches.

Parsonage: We offer a parsonage with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a living room, kitchen, dining room, family room, 2-car carport, study/office, and a basement (accessible from outside).

We invite interested pastors who share our vision and values to apply today and join our journey of faith, hope, and love through Christ.

Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and impactful sermons to congregation members.
- Provide spiritual guidance and support to individuals in times of need.
- Lead and oversee religious ceremonies and rituals.
- Offer counseling and mentorship to community members seeking guidance.
- Collaborate with church staff to plan and execute events and programs.
- Manage conflicts and crises within the congregation with empathy and understanding.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to relocate to the parsonage in Lincolnton, NC?
• Are you willing to be ordained into the Global Methodist Church?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Pastoral: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lincolnton, NC 28092: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000