Pastor - California UCC & Salem UCC (California, MO)

LancasterSearch • California, MO

4d • $67,000 - $72,000 • Onsite

About The Position

California UCC & Salem UCC are seeking a full-time Pastor to lead their close-knit congregations in rural central Missouri. Rooted in the Evangelical tradition of the United Church of Christ, the churches have a traditional worship style and desire to grow together in Christ while welcoming new members. California UCC has an average attendance of 150, and Salem UCC has an average attendance of 30. The Pastor will lead with humility, love, and a deep commitment to God’s Word, cultivating authentic relationships across generations and addressing the spiritual needs of youth and young families.

Requirements

• A strong personal faith and commitment to Jesus Christ.
• Previous experience in preaching and pastoral ministry is preferred.
• A seminary degree is preferred, although other pastoral or biblical training will be considered.
• Approachable, relational, and community-minded with an ability to connect with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver biblically grounded, practical, and inspiring sermons, generally following the Revised Common Lectionary.
• Conduct one service at each church on Sunday morning, with midweek services during Lent at California UCC.
• Cultivate authentic relationships across generations.
• Address the spiritual needs of youth and young families, encouraging their participation in church life.
• Guide congregations in spiritual development and community outreach.
• Provide ministerial services to the sick, home-bound, and those in long-term care.
• Provide spiritual care to members with special needs such as family problems and grief.
• Conduct and officiate weddings, funeral services, infant and adult baptisms, and communion.
• Teach confirmation classes for 8th graders.
• Attend organizations such as Men’s Brotherhood, Prayer Cell, and Women’s Guild as convenient.
• Provide support to Sunday School and other Christian education programs.
• Be a resource at monthly meetings of Sunday School teachers and officers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package (somewhat negotiable)
• Salary range of $67,000 - $72,000
• Paid health insurance
• Ten percent contribution to a retirement plan
• Three weeks of annual vacation
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of members and the broader community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level