JOB ANNOUNCEMENT - SENIOR PASTOR
Phillips Temple Christian Methodist Church
754 South Third Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
Pastor Vacancy Announcement Opening Date: June 1, 2024 Closed
Church Description
Phillips Temple Christian Methodist Church is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that makes lifetime followers of Jesus Christ and impacts the South Philadelphia community. Founded in 1946, Phillips Temple has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Philadelphia and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church. Phillips Temple is in a wonderful, family-friendly community church and offers a great team-based work experience. Our staff and church leaders are dynamic, energetic people who love each other, enjoy discerning God’s direction for the church, and are leading the church toward a vibrant future.
Qualifications Below are the qualifications we are looking for our new pastor to meet :Served for a minimum of three years as an ordained and licensed Minister or an ordained and licensed associate Minister with administrative and pastoral duties.
1. Bachelor or Master Degree from an accredited college or seminary with education in theology and biblical studies or have five years professional experience in the Methodist or other Christian Ministry.
2. Effective Communicator of Well-Prepared Sermons. Teacher who enables individuals to learn and understand deep spiritual truths.
3. Communicates well with children and adults. Emphasizes discipleship and spiritual growth. Excellent communication skills (written, computer, and spoken) and attention to detail and organization.
4. Ability to learn and adapt to the Methodist Church’s culture, vision, and mission
**All experience, education, and/or training listed on application to meet the minimum qualifications, must be verifiable through information contained in your application i.e., copies of transcripts, degree, and/or certificates.
Job Description
Phillips Temple Christian Methodist Church’s Pastor is a full-time position and duties are as follows:
(1) To preach the Word of God, lead in worship, read and teach the Scriptures, and engage the people in study and
(2) To counsel persons with personal, ethical, or spiritual struggles.
(3) To perform the ecclesial acts of marriage and burial.
(4) To visit in the homes of the church and the community, especially among the sick, aged, imprisoned, and others in need.
(5) To administer the sacraments of baptism and the Supper of the Lord according to Christ's ordinance.
(6) To be the administrative officer of the local church and to assure that the organizational concerns of the congregation are adequately provided for. To give pastoral support, guidance, and training to the lay leadership, equipping them to fulfill the ministry to which they are called.
(7) To administer the temporal affairs of the church in their appointment, the annual conference, and the general church. To administer the provisions of the Discipline.
(8) To participate in denominational and conference programs and training opportunities. To seek out opportunities for cooperative ministries with other Methodist pastors and churches.
(9) Hold class leaders', stewards', stewardess', trustees meetings.
(10) Christian Education: Provide guidance to the Christian Education Team by attending meetings, offering Adult Education classes, Bible Study, and Sunday school. Serve as a resource for teachers.
(11) In partnership with the Official Board, ensure that the Constitution and By-Laws are consistently adhered to.
Salary: To be Determined Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications. Phillips Temple offers a wide variety of benefits for its staff.
How to Apply
At Phillips Temple, we believe that finding the right pastor is a collaborative effort between the church leadership and the candidate. We look forward to welcoming a new pastor who shares our vision and is excited to lead this church. If you feel called to be a part of our community, we invite you to apply and join us in fulfilling our mission together.
Submit Application with a postmark no later than August 30, 2024, to: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To apply for this position, please submit the following information:
1. Submit a cover letter describing your interest in the job with your resume.
2. Copy of license, ordination certificate, and other relevant certificates.
This information can be submitted by either:
1. Sending the required information above via email to phillipstemplecmchurch@yahoo.com
2. Sending the information via postal mail to:
Phillips Temple Christian Methodist Church
c/o Pastoral Pulpit Search Committee
754 South Third Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19147