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Job Description

The Church

Greenville Methodist Church is an independent church located in west central Georgia between Newnan and Columbus, one hour south of the Atlanta airport. We have a loving and friendly church family and enjoy fellowship with each other and our visitors (68 members with an average attendance of 35-40). Many of our church members are, or have been, educators or professionals. We are a financially stable, debt free church. Our sanctuary is 127 years old with original stained-glass windows. Our pianist and choir are amazing for such a small church, and we are occasionally incorporating some contemporary songs. We have a long history of involvement in missions (Matthew 25:35-36), both local and abroad. Our church has a food pantry twice a month and our women run a clothing and household goods ministry, along with supporting other local and international missions. We partner with Habitat for Humanity, both in labor and monetary support and are currently in construction of the 36th house in our county. Our goal is to increase our community outreach and membership most especially with young families.

The MISSION

Growing closer to God in our daily lives
Moving out into our community and our world sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ

Creating ministries of compassion that transform the lives of those in need.

Job Description

The Pastor is responsible to Greenville Methodist Church for proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ to the church and community, engaging in pastoral care ministries to meet the needs of the members of GMC, and leading the church in community outreach ministries.

Educational and Experiential Requirements

• Any of the following educational paths will be accepted: Master of Divinity; Master of Arts (or equivalent degree in practice of ministry), joint Bachelor of Arts and Master of Divinity; bachelor’s degree in ministry or a Course of Study program.
• Consideration will be given to any of the following experience levels: Active or retired ministers; recent seminary graduate; Seminary student (second year or higher) who has served as a youth minister or support staff under a senior minister.

Qualifications

• Have a personal faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to Christ as Lord and Savior.
• Accept the authority of Scripture and be competent in the disciplines of the Scripture.
• Illustrate sound Wesleyan Theology.
• Conduct personal financial affairs with Biblical integrity.
• Be accountable to Greenville Methodist Church by accepting its doctrinal standards, discipline, and authority.
• Possess leadership and pastoral care skills that can minister to our older congregation while encouraging growth with younger families.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and conduct weekly worship services and perform the ordinances of baptism and communion.
• Lead the church in proclaiming the gospel to the church and community.
• Lead Greenville Methodist in developing spiritual goals for the church, opportunities for study of the Scriptures, and outreach programs.
• Provide congregational care by visiting hospitalized or homebound members, prospective members, or providing counseling when requested.
• Work with staff and committees on maintaining the daily activities of the church.
• Perform wedding ceremonies, based on the beliefs of Greenville Methodist church and strict adherence to Scripture.
• Conduct funeral services.
• Maintain a regular program of study to maintain a vibrant spiritual life and to enable himself/herself to plan and conduct meaningful worship services.

The Compensation

Total package 54,500-69,400, depending on qualifications Plus 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom parsonage in town.