Oak Lawn Community Church is seeking a pastor to lead its congregation. This person must be an ordained PC(USA) Minister of Word and Sacrament, a Commissioned Lay Pastor (CLP) or ordained as a pastor in a denomination in full communion with the PC(USA). This will be a half- time position on an annual contract. The contract will be renewable on an annual basis.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide spiritual and administrative leadership for the congregation
- Lead worship on Sundays and liturgical holidays
- Administer the sacraments
- Officiate at weddings and funerals
- Provide pastoral care for the congregation and for all who seek comfort and guidance through the church
- Work with the office staff to prepare Sunday bulletin and announcements
- Engage in community outreach as time permits
- Serve as moderator of the session and congregational meetings by Presbytery appointment
- Serve as head of staff
- Work with the Treasurer and Session to oversee the financial affairs of the church.
- Assist boards and committees in their ministry and offer training as needed
- Train newly elected officers and assist in preparing persons for membership
- Work with Session to provide educational opportunities for congregation
- Attend Presbytery assembly meetings and participate in the life of the Presbytery of Chicago
- Report regularly to Session on Presbytery matters and actions.
- Promote Presbytery program opportunities
Terms of Call
Term .50 FTE / 20 hours per week (on average)
Salary/Housing $29,000
Benefits Full coverage under the Board of Pensions
Expenses Per POC guidelines
Duration One year renewable
Contact
Kelly Villegas, Clerk of Session
Email: [email protected]
Church Phone: (708) 599-4025
