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Sugar Grove Church of God is a warm and inviting church in rural Churubusco, Indiana, established in 1865.
Sugar Grove’s long-tenured pastor, Tim Grable, retired after 26 years of faithful service. Under Tim, the church
experienced tremendous numerical growth through his prayers for the community, winsome personality, and
consistent Bible teaching. The church also has a dedicated team of staff/volunteers who have made Sugar Grove
a safe place to hear the Gospel. Sugar Grove is an intergenerational church that works hard to reach all
generations with relevant ministries in the surrounding community. Churubusco is a small town in Northeast
Indiana within a few miles of Fort Wayne, IN.

Address: 5019 E 500 S-57, Churubusco, IN 46723

We are prayerfully seeking a Spirit-led pastor, a fully devoted follower of Christ, who will inspire our
congregation to reach our community for Christ. The ideal candidate must be authentic, relational, and teach
God’s Word with clarity and conviction. We desire a pastor/teacher who understands rural and small-town
ministry and can relate well to all generations.

The Churches of God, General Conference mission, and doctrinal statements can be found here
https://cggc.org/about-us/who-we-are/

We have two identical Sunday services at 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Desired Education and Experience:

• A Master of Divinity is preferred; a minimum is a Bachelor’s in Biblical studies or C.E.
• Experience in leading and teaching in a church of 300+ preferred.
• Experience in leading a staff of 5 or more full-time and part-time staff.
• A track record of discipleship, recruitment, equipping, and pastoral care is required.
• Experience in small-town and rural ministry.

Profile:

• Maintain a personal lifestyle of following Christ that goes beyond Sundays.
• Preach and teach consistently with clarity and conviction in various settings.
• Develop an ongoing vision for the future with staff, lay leaders, and congregation.
• Plan strategic, God-centered, diverse expressions of worship that engage the heart and mind.
• Design a God-honoring culture where God is glorified and disciples are made.
• Provide leadership and direction for staff and church officers.
• Be a prayer warrior for the church and community.
• Be a loving shepherd who cares for the people regardless of their background or circumstances.
• Be passionate and strategic about discipleship and discipleship strategies.
• Identify, encourage, and equip lay leaders and volunteers to create a healthy ministry team.
• Develop a partnership with local pastors and ministries who are kingdom-minded.

Preferred Competencies:

• Experienced with teaching/preaching 40-plus times a year to both large gatherings and small groups.
• Has led adequate staff and lay leadership meetings.
• Experienced with technology and online ministries.
• Experienced in developing teams of leaders, such as staff, elders, and deacons.
• Innovative in their ideas and approaches to worship, ministry, and outreach.
• A student of Scripture who has developed a Biblical philosophy of ministry and discipleship.
• The ability to create engaging and inspiring messages for all generations.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Full-time, exempt position
• Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
• Full benefits package including insurance, retirement, and paid time off
• Candidates may send resumes to

OYM Ministries created 11.1.2024 by Mark Goeglein

Sugar Grove Church of God is a warm and inviting church in rural Churubusco, Indiana, established in 1865.
Sugar Grove’s long-tenured pastor, Tim Grable, retired after 26 years of faithful service. Under Tim, the church
experienced tremendous numerical growth through his prayers for the community, winsome personality, and
consistent Bible teaching. The church also has a dedicated team of staff/volunteers who have made Sugar Grove
a safe place to hear the Gospel. Sugar Grove is an intergenerational church that works hard to reach all
generations with relevant ministries in the surrounding community. Churubusco is a small town in Northeast
Indiana within a few miles of Fort Wayne, IN.

Address: 5019 E 500 S-57, Churubusco, IN 46723

We are prayerfully seeking a Spirit-led pastor, a fully devoted follower of Christ, who will inspire our
congregation to reach our community for Christ. The ideal candidate must be authentic, relational, and teach
God’s Word with clarity and conviction. We desire a pastor/teacher who understands rural and small-town
ministry and can relate well to all generations.

The Churches of God, General Conference mission, and doctrinal statements can be found here
https://cggc.org/about-us/who-we-are/

We have two identical Sunday services at 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. with Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Desired Education and Experience:

• A Master of Divinity is preferred; a minimum is a Bachelor’s in Biblical studies or C.E.
• Experience in leading and teaching in a church of 300+ preferred.
• Experience in leading a staff of 5 or more full-time and part-time staff.
• A track record of discipleship, recruitment, equipping, and pastoral care is required.
• Experience in small-town and rural ministry.

Profile:

• Maintain a personal lifestyle of following Christ that goes beyond Sundays.
• Preach and teach consistently with clarity and conviction in various settings.
• Develop an ongoing vision for the future with staff, lay leaders, and congregation.
• Plan strategic, God-centered, diverse expressions of worship that engage the heart and mind.
• Design a God-honoring culture where God is glorified and disciples are made.
• Provide leadership and direction for staff and church officers.
• Be a prayer warrior for the church and community.
• Be a loving shepherd who cares for the people regardless of their background or circumstances.
• Be passionate and strategic about discipleship and discipleship strategies.
• Identify, encourage, and equip lay leaders and volunteers to create a healthy ministry team.
• Develop a partnership with local pastors and ministries who are kingdom-minded.

Preferred Competencies:

• Experienced with teaching/preaching 40-plus times a year to both large gatherings and small groups.
• Has led adequate staff and lay leadership meetings.
• Experienced with technology and online ministries.
• Experienced in developing teams of leaders, such as staff, elders, and deacons.
• Innovative in their ideas and approaches to worship, ministry, and outreach.
• A student of Scripture who has developed a Biblical philosophy of ministry and discipleship.
• The ability to create engaging and inspiring messages for all generations.
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Full-time, exempt position
• Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
• Full benefits package including insurance, retirement, and paid time off
• Candidates may send resumes to

OYM Ministries created 11.1.2024 by Mark Goeglein

Glenvale Church of God seeks Senior Pastor

The Glenvale Church of God, 1970 New Valley Road, Marysville PA is accepting applications for the position of full time Senior Pastor.

The church is located in the valley of Rye Township, Marysville, Perry County, Pennsylvania.  Marysville is a rural town located northwest of the Harrisburg area just “over the mountain” from Cumberland County.

The church is a recognized ministry in the small community and has been serving and witnessing to the Marysville/Rye Township area for over 140 years.  The congregation is a loving family of believers who worship together Sunday mornings and evenings.  Our children and youth programs both meet during Sunday evening worship and are led by strong and committed volunteer leaders.

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and preaching the Word of God clearly and accurately and have a strong and unwavering conviction of the major doctrines and theological teachings of the Bible in alignment with the Churches of God.

Our congregation places value on the following characteristics and skills in their next pastor:

• Loves, follows, and obeys the Lord above all and allows this to flow over to their congregation.
• A leader who guides and supports outreach in the community to help grow the congregation while impacting young families and children in the community.
• Someone who teaches and preaches to strengthen the spiritual health of the congregation.

The candidate seeking ministry here would need to be licensed or ordained, and be approved for ministry by the Eastern Regional Conference of the Churches of God General Conference.

Interested candidates should submit their resume’ to Pastor Retta Murray at by 11/1/24.  If you have questions about the position, please feel free to call Pastor Murray at 717-580-9864.

First Church, Columbia City, Indiana

Job Title: Worship Pastor  

Department: Worship 

Reports to: Executive Pastor 

Status/Hours: Full Time 

POSITION SUMMARY 

This position is responsible for leading the congregation in Christ-centered worship. They will work closely with the Senior Pastor in the planning and execution of Sunday worship services. The Worship Pastor will also lead and pastor the Worship Ministry staff and volunteer teams, with an emphasis on equipping the team to be empowered to do the work of the ministry.  

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead the congregation out of an overflow of personal time with Jesus 
• Teach and model authentic worship to the team and congregation 
• Work with the senior pastor and staff leadership team to craft services that teach, encourage, challenge and, most importantly, point people to Jesus 
• Shepherd teams (band, vocalists, tech team, etc.) to be faithful stewards of their gifts, to share in community, and to grow deeper in their relationship with the Lord 
• Lead the support staff within the worship ministry (production manager, technical director, etc.) 
• Intentionally raise up and train those within his/her influence to lead authentic worship 
• Create a system to develop personnel: worship leaders, musicians, and vocalists 
• Develop a strategic process to identify, recruit, and onboard new volunteers 
• Lead the planning of special services including, but not limited to, Easter, Christmas, baptisms, communion, and worship events 
• Work with other ministry areas to provide worship leadership for various youth/children events (i.e. Youth group, Summer Blast VBS, etc.) 
• Other areas as assigned by the Executive and/or Senior Pastor 

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 

Spiritual Gifts Helpful For This Position 

• Leadership  
• Discernment 
• Teaching 
• Encouragement  
• Shepherding 
• Wisdom 

Character Traits Needed For This Position 

• Personal Relationship with Jesus 
• High relationship skills 
• Willingness and eagerness to place worship above production 
• Humble, Flexible, Teachable and Trustworthy  
• Authentic and consistent in his/her own spiritual walk and relationships  
• Commitment to confidentiality regarding all records, both of the church and staff, and the members 
• Good people skills – Team player  
• Self-directed – Takes initiative   
• Passionate about First Church 

Necessary Skills and Attributes 

• Highly administrative 
• Detail oriented 
• Strong interpersonal skills 
• Aptitude for database systems 

Required Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s Preferred) 
• 5-10 years of ministry experience in a medium to large church 

Interested candidates should send resumes or CV's to:  

SUMMARY

Hanover First Church of God in Hanover, PA lives to love God, serve others, and share Jesus. By connecting people in our community to an authentic relationship with Jesus, we believe God will empower us to accomplish this mission, locally and globally. We look for the Pastor of Discipleship & Care to support this mission by creating a culture of disciple making that is baked into all areas of ministry at HFCOG.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• A personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A lifestyle that reflects ongoing growth in Christ-likeness and the fruit of the Spirit.
• A genuine love for people and the ability to relate to individuals from different
  stages and walks of life.
• A heart and gifting for making and multiplying disciples.
• An ability to lead ministry and leadership teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, support, oversee, and cast vision for discipleship in all aspects of life and ministry at HFCOG.
• Oversee all HFCOG groups and care for the hurting, grieving, and infirmed of our
  congregation.
• Establish regular and strong connections with all commissions and key players to
  develop and support discipleship efforts in their respective areas of ministry.
• Perform pastoral duties, to include weddings/funerals, counseling, and preaching from time to time when called upon by the Lead Pastor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be in full agreement with the doctrine of the Churches of God, General
  Conference.
• Must be in full agreement with the mission and vision of HFCOG.
• A degree in discipleship or related ministry is preferred.
• If not currently credentialed by Churches of God, General Conference, a candidate must successfully pass a theological exam conducted by the Eastern Regional Conference Churches of God Credentialing Committee.
• Minimum of 5 years serving in a local church is preferred.
• Must complete all required clearances and background checks as required by HFCOG and the state of Pennsylvania.

For prospective applicants, inquiries, resumes, and/or CV's can be sent to: 

Blue Mountain Church of God

The Blue Mountain Church of God located at 14233 Edgemont Rd. Smithsburg Md. 14233 is seeking a part time pastor.

Blue Mountain is a traditional, older congregation with a vision to seek and share our beliefs in a friendly and compassionate manner by treating our neighbors as we would like to be treated in support of the works of His kingdom. We are a smaller congregation, but hoping to reach out as we have a scenic location and a desire to grow.

Our mission is to create believers, nurture them to be obedient to His instruction, and to bless them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Our focus is on “Loving God and Loving People”.

We believe God is preparing a lead pastor for us who can effectively communicate a plan for the ministries of the church as well as develop new ministries, especially with children and youth. We desire a person with a shepherd’s heart, who cares for people both inside and outside the church, who engages relationally and fosters hospitality and genuine fellowship.

If you feel God’s leading in our direction, please send your current resume with a cover letter sharing your personal testimony and calling to the ministry.

Contact:

Pastor John Culbertson

116 S, Prince Street

Shippensburg, PA 17257

Ph 717 552-7758 – Email:

Providence Church, New Providence PA

Full Time Children’s Ministry Director

Providence Church’s mission is to make disciples by “building bridges” to the community. By providing a high-quality ministry aimed at children, we have seen families in the community connect with the overall ministry at Providence Church.

The children’s ministry has two main specific objectives: disciple children and their families and disciple the volunteers. Although programs like Awana and Sunday Schools are tools we utilize to make disciples, these programs are not an end in themselves. The end goal is to see lives changed and our communities transformed.

We are looking for a Children’s Ministry Director who is experienced and excited to use their gifts and calling to spread the good news of Jesus Christ to the children and families of our community as well as develop and shepherd teams of volunteers to do the same. We are a growing church with an established ministry that is compelled to continue taking steps forward to meet the needs of our church body and community. If you feel that calling and would like to join the mission of Providence Church, we would love to connect with you!

If interested, you can view the full job description and apply here >   Providence Church CMD

Or contact to speak with someone from our staff.

www.provchurch.net

Providence Church, New Providence PA

Full Time Worship Ministry Director

We serve a God that is worthy of our praise, and when all else is stripped away, a heart of worship is what God desires from us. When the Church gathers, we have a chance to join together and magnify our praise to God as we grow deeper in our love for Him. It is this genuine love and devotion that then perpetuates into every area of our lives as we walk out the church doors and into a world that so desperately needs to know and experience the love of Christ.

We are looking for a Full Time Worship Ministry Director who will oversee the worship ministry of Providence Church in three main areas:

1. Developing a God-honoring musical worship ministry
2. Developing/shepherding individual worship team volunteers
3. Fulfilling administrative/organizational responsibilities in alignment with overall Church mission/vision

We are a growing church with an established ministry that is compelled to continue taking steps forward to meet the needs of our church body and community. If you feel that calling and would like to join the mission of Providence Church, we would love to connect with you!

If interested, you can view the full job description and apply here >  https://join.com/companies/adlibmusic/11661178

Or contact to speak with someone from our staff.

www.provchurch.net

Goldsboro Church of God

Goldsboro Church of God seeks part-time Pastor: The Goldsboro Church of God, 103 West Broadway, Etters, Pa in York County, is seeking a part-time (20-25 hours a week) pastor. With an average attendance of 35 to 40, the church seeks a pastor who will be available for Sunday morning services, plan and execute special services, administer the ordinances of communion and feet washing and visit the sick/home bound.  The pastor will perform baptisms, baby dedications, weddings, and funerals. The candidate should have a strong Biblical knowledge and be able and willing to counsel and reach into the community to make the presence of the Goldsboro Church meaningful.  The prospective candidate should have ministerial experience and have initiated ministry opportunities. The appropriate candidate must be willing to be licensed or ordained and approved for ministry by the Eastern Regional Conference of the Churches of God, General Conference. Interested persons should send an electronic copy of a cover letter and resume, including at least three pastoral related references, to Pastor George Jensen at .  Resumes should be sent by September 1, 2024.

Plainfield First Church of God

The Plainfield First Church of God, Plainfield, Pennsylvania, is prayerfully searching for a part-time Pastor who is willing to work twenty to twenty-five hours a week. The Plainfield First Church of God is located in central Cumberland County. We are a small but dedicated congregation with a mission of “Loving All, Serving All and Inviting All to Christ.”

The church is seeking a Pastor to lead Sunday morning services and special services. We also request the pastor be involved with Sunday School, Wednesday evening activities and Bible Study.  Additionally, the Pastor will administer the ordinances of communion and feet washing, oversee visitation, hold membership classes and perform baptisms, child dedications, weddings and funerals.

Our Pastor should have a deep love for Jesus Christ, be devoted to prayer and have a heart for God’s people. We are searching for an individual who is a student and teacher of the Word of God, a leader who is doctrinally and theologically sound. He or she should demonstrate a godly example and allow the Spirit of God to guide them in the development and growth of the congregation for the advancement of God’s kingdom.

The candidate seeking to serve would need to be licensed/ordained, and be approved for ministry by the Eastern Regional Conference of the Churches of God General Conference. Interested candidates should send an electronic copy of a cover letter and resume, including at least three pastoral related references, to Pastor John Culbertson at and Pastor Michael Poe at .   Please do not contact the church directly.

East Hanover Church of God

The East Hanover Church of God is searching for a part-time pastor. Ideally, the person who becomes our pastor must be certain that he or she is led by God to our small congregation of approximately 20 people per Sunday.

We are looking for a person with the ability and desire to teach and preach God’s Holy Word accurately, not avoiding any undesirable topic. We prefer expository or textual sermons but are open to different techniques of preaching as long as they are Biblically-centered. We desire a person who has a strong and unwavering conviction that the Bible is the inspired Word of God without error and who preaches sermons to support the major doctrines and theological teachings contained in it.  We are looking for an individual who is personable and friendly. Our hope is that our pastor would come to truly care for and love the people in the congregation and be willing to visit the homebound, hospitalized and those that call upon him or her for prayer and support.

We are a relaxed congregation that enjoys the old hymns and a traditional worship service, but we are open to new ideas and experiences. We typically do not have activities apart from the Sunday service, a prayer gathering once a month, and occasional luncheons. However, we are seeking a pastor who is able and willing to provide strong Biblical and practical guidance along with support and encouragement to spiritually qualified individuals who feel called to start new activities such as a youth Bible study or outreach projects to the surrounding community. We are always willing to listen and discuss new ideas and desire a pastor who is open to sharing his or her thoughts and ideas with us.    

We do not want this to just be another job for our pastor. We want our pastor and their family to become part of our family of God that supports one another, including the pastor!

We are located at 10504 Mountain Road, Grantville, PA 17028 and we look forward to meeting you.       

If interested please email resume to Pastor George Jensen at or send a hard copy to:

Pastor George Jensen
Enola Church of God
9 Sherwood Drive
Enola, PA 17025

Mercy Health St. Rita's Medical Center

Mercy Health - St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima, Ohio is looking to fill a part-time chaplain position. The position is open to both pastors and seminary students who have little to no experience as a hospital chaplain. Accepted applicants will go through a process of job shadowing, training on Living Will and Power of Attorney forms, and other training to prepare them for the work.

St. Rita’s is a Roman Catholic institution, but applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of denominational affiliation. St. Rita’s has hired a number of Winebrenner Theological Seminary graduates in the past for Chaplain roles and has an ongoing connection with the seminary.  

Chaplains are expected to provide:

• General spiritual and emotional care
• Sacramental ministries
• Spiritual assistance in emergency situations
• Support in ethical decision making
• Provide and explain Living Will and Healthcare Power of Attorney forms
• Contact a patients place of worship or pastor

Learn more about St. Rita’s here: https://www.mercy.com/locations/hospitals/lima/st-ritas-medical-center

For more information, or to submit a resume, please contact Chaplain Joe Thomas.

Phone: 419-788-1364

Email:

This position would involve approximately 8 to 10 hours a week mostly on Sunday mornings and evenings. It would also involve preparing lessons and activities for our youth between sixth and twelfth grades. It also may involve some driving of the church van. Please contact David DeHart with questions and to apply.

CGGC Global Reach Ministries continues to seek missionary candidates to fill a variety of requests from the field. For more information about these opportunities, please contact GR Director Travis Helm ( or 419-424-1961).

Download  Global Reach Application  form.

Kenya (Embu area)

• Teacher/mentor to pastors and teachers. A person with economic development experience is desirable.

Bangladesh (Dhaka area)

• Professor to teach at College of Christian Theology Bangladesh. The CGGC is a founding partner in this institution. A doctoral degree is required (minimum 4 years commitment).