The Detroit Christian Church was built in 1876 and has been added on to twice. We are an Independent Christian Church, also known as Restoration, New Testament Church. We are a smaller, older congregation with an average weekly service of 40 attendees. We are also getting ready to celebrate our 150th birthday. We survived covid but have not had a minister for about 5 years. We are in need of a full-time minister to be a leader and help us grow and do outreach to the community.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develops and presents one sermon each week.
- Presenting Bible classes as needed.
- Maintain office hours.
- Visits and calling at hospitals, nursing homes, and at residences, where appropriate
- Performs funeral services for members of he church or community as needed.
- Performs weddings for members of the church or community as needed.
- Attends church Board Meetings, one evening per month.
- Works with Mississippi Valley Christian Service camp as necessary.
- Other duties as requested by the church board.
Qualifications:
We expect our candidate to have at least some Bible college and we are glad to allow for continued education while in this position.
Benefits:
We provide a 3 bedroom/2 bathroom parsonage with a 2-car garage. We also take care of the utilities for the parsonage to include: gas, electric, wi-fi, water, and sewer.
Pay is to be determined.
Contact Becky Winner with questions at 217-285-5116.
Detroit Christian Church is located at 400 Main St, Detroit, IL 62363
To apply, please email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] or mail to:
Detroit Christian Church
c/o Mark Winner
515 W Washington St.
Pittsfield, IL 62363
Applications due by Jan 10, 2024.