29 May Senior Pastor Opening at Philomath Community Church in Philomath, Oregon

Philomath Community Church in Philomath, Oregon, a town founded by United Brethren missionaries, is searching for their next pastor. This individual will be gifted in leadership, administration, and communication, but have a heart bent toward helping a diverse group of people develop their spiritual lives. They must be accepting of people with divergent backgrounds, compassionate and sensitive to the needs of the community, and able to help people develop a faith in Jesus that impacts their daily lives.  

Philomath Community Church is a well respected church in the community due to their collaborative spirit and willingness to partner with other local churches and ministries. It is a congregation of approximately 45 people and is one of just a few churches in the area. The facilities, which, aside from the sanctuary, include a gymnasium, a Christian education building and a fellowship building, can easily accommodate the growth they desire. This friendly and generous congregation looks forward to welcoming their next pastor.  

The senior pastor role at Philomath Community Church is a full time position. 

If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please send a copy of your resume, a cover letter, and a recent photo to [email protected].

03 Apr Lead Pastor Opening at Brown Corners Church, Clare, MI

Brown Corners Church in Clare, Michigan, is searching for a lead pastor. This individual will be responsible to the church for proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ, maintaining a consistent focus upon disciple-making as commanded in the Great Commission (Matt 28:18-20), and providing biblical leadership for the church. He shall serve as the chief under-shepherd and, along with the Elders, he shall provide Brown Corners Church with care and leadership in keeping with 1 Peter 5:2-4.

Brown Corners Church is a church of approximately 250 adult members and an average worship attendance of 300 people. It is a community-minded church with great facilities that are made available for use by partner organizations throughout the week. The church seeks growth through intentional community outreach and developing a robust small group ministry according to the vision and leadership of their next lead pastor.

This lead pastor role is a full time position at Brown Corners Church. A more detailed job description can be found here.

If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please send a copy of your resume, a cover letter, and a recent photo to [email protected].

(First posted 2/6/25)

03 Mar Pastoral Resident Opening at Mt. Pleasant Church, Chambersburg, PA

Mount Pleasant Church in Chambersburg, PA is offering a young leader the opportunity to join our ministry team for a 2-year Pastoral Residency. Our residency program is designed to develop competency in all aspects of pastoral ministry by providing personalized mentoring and practical experience, including preaching on a monthly basis.

Our next pastoral resident will have a clear sense of calling and the desire to serve in the lead and/or solo pastoral role, possess a Bachelor degree in a ministry related field or its equivalent, and the demonstrated capacity for ministering in a team-based environment.

Mount Pleasant Church is a growing congregation of about 300 people in a thriving community along the I81 corridor in south-central PA. We are committed to investing in God’s Kingdom by developing, equipping, and releasing the next generation of pastors, leaders and global workers.

Here’s what previous residents have said about their residency experinece:

• “My experience as a Pastoral Resident was the best practical “rounding out” of my education I could have asked for. In preparing for ministry, you learn plenty in the classroom, but a long-term position developing and honing the skills to pastor well is now something I consider “necessary” given how helpful it was for me. Mt. Pleasant Church offers a great environment with a perfectly-sized congregation to get to know, intentional mentorship under Pastor Jim, and plenty of opportunities to exercise ministry. You will be blessed and come out better equipped to fulfill God’s call to pastoral ministry!” – Rev. Colin Raab | 2021-2023 | Pastor, Zanesville United Brethren Church, Zanesville, OH
• “The Pastoral Residence at Mt. Pleasant Church has been an invaluable resource in my ministry. Through the help of the helpful pastoral staff and a loving congregation, I have learned so much in my two years about how to be a pastor, not just in the practical aspects, but in the personal spiritual side as well.” – Heath Lewis | Current Resident

This position is full-time, with competitive compensation, including health insurance. If this sounds like something for which God has been preparing you, please send a resume highlighting ministry experience, a cover letter, and a brief (no more than 300 words) testimony describing your spiritual journey and call to ministry to Pastor Jim Bolich.

16 Feb Senior Pastor Opening at Park Community Church, Bluffton, IN

Park Community Church, located in the community of Bluffton, Indiana, is searching for their next senior pastor. This individual will be an effective communicator who seeks to develop his/her theological and biblical skills and disciple a congregation toward maturity. They must be able to work well with current ministry teams and be skilled in building new teams as needs arise. Most importantly, this individual will be attentive to the Holy Spirit and lead the church as directed.

Park Community Church is a growing church of approximately 50 adult members and an average worship attendance of 110 people. The worship service is warm, friendly and welcoming to visitors. There is a desire among the people to grow in maturity, serve their community, and, as their vision statement reads, to become a “real church for broken people.”

This senior pastor role is a full time position at Park Community Church with compensation based on the guidelines of the UB Church. If you are interested in exploring this opportunity further, please send a copy of your resume, a cover letter, and a recent photo to [email protected].

09 Feb Worship Leader Opening at The Well, Huntington, IN

The Well in Huntington, Indiana, seeks a Worship Leader who facilitates an atmosphere of praise and spiritual connection by leading their congregation in musical worship. The role involves planning, rehearsing, leading worship services, coordinating with the pastoral, technical, and administrative staff, and shepherding a team of musicians and vocalists. Please see the full job description here.

If you are interested, please email a resume, cover letter, and any media highlighting your abilities to Pastor Josh Kesler.

24 Jan Pastor of Students and Family Life Opening in New Castle, PA

First United Brethren Church in New Castle, Pennsylvania is looking for an individual to join their team as the pastor of students and family life. This person will be responsible for overseeing children’s ministries and student ministries and developing lay leadership for all areas of family ministries. Some of the specific responsibilities include building relationships with students, families, and key leaders in the community, recruit and equip leaders to serve in children’s, student and family ministries, and assisting with the pastoral needs of the congregation.

First UB Church is a church of approximately 150 people led by pastor Marc Stephenson. The mission of First UB church is to effectively communicate the gospel of Christ by word and deed toward the end that people will be saved and become faithful disciples of Christ and responsible members of His church.

Pastor Marc has provided a more detailed job description for those interested in learning more. Further inquiries and resumes can be sent to [email protected] with a subject line that reads, “pastor of student and family life.”

18 Oct Lead Pastor Opening in Fowlerville, Michigan

We have an exciting opportunity at Fowlerville United Brethren Church in Fowlerville, Michigan, for a Lead Pastor to foster unified relationships across the pastoral team, elders, and Operations Director while maintaining a discipleship-focused culture. Embrace the tranquil setting of Fowlerville, offering a blend of small-town charm and urban convenience near bustling cities like Brighton and Lansing. Make a difference by nurturing relationships, empowering individuals for service, and leading the congregation towards a deeper reflection of Christ’s love and truth.

– As Lead Pastor, prioritize equipping both congregation and staff for service while fostering collaborative relationships and inclusive community bonds.
– Showcase your abilities in inspiring, educating, and empowering individuals for meaningful service and growth in their faith journey.
– Embrace the opportunity to nurture a welcoming church environment that encourages individuals to deepen their understanding of God’s truth and actively participate in His Kingdom work.

For those with a missional focus connecting outreach with ministry practices, this role at Fowlerville United Brethren Church offers the platform to integrate teaching, team building, collaboration, and equipping for church growth and community impact. Apply now for the Lead Pastor role and be part of a dynamic ministry focused on proclaiming the good news of Jesus and making disciples for His Kingdom.

Apply now. 

17 Sep Senior Pastor Opening (January 2025) at Mt. Zion in Adams County, Indiana