Pastor — First Christian Church Woodbine and Moorhead Christian Church

Job overview

The Pastor role is onsite in Woodbine, IA, serving First Christian Church Woodbine and Moorhead Christian Church. The posting states a cash salary and housing package of $40,000–$49,999, including a parsonage; it also describes a $700 monthly fair rental value while occupying the parsonage. The two congregations share the pastor’s ministry and expenses while maintaining separate governing councils and mission statements. The pastor provides worship leadership and pastoral care across both congregations, including visits, counseling as requested, marriages, baptisms, and funerals. The role also works with the joint ministry council on faith education and programs and participates in community and regional faith activities.

What you'll do

• Provide pastoral practices and compassion, including hospital and home visits, counseling as requested, marriages, baptisms, and funeral services
• lead worship and coordinate its preparation
• work with the governance council to identify faith education resources and programs
• attend monthly council meetings and participate in community and regional ministry activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

pastor

christian ministry

two congregations

worship leadership

pastoral care

rural ministry

woodbine ia

first christian church woodbine

moorhead christian church

$40,000–$49,999 salary and housing

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Parsonage housing with utilities, furnishings, and insurance
• pension plan support with amount negotiable
• mileage reimbursement for ministry-related travel.

Why this role

The position serves two yoked rural congregations that have shared joint ministry since 1989; standing with the Disciples of Christ is not required for consideration or to begin employment.

About the employer

LancasterSearch is hiring for this role. Industry: Religious Organizations. Sector: 81.