Our Pastoral Search
Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus!
We've entered a new phase in our church life--and while things always bear a bit of uncertainty during an interim period, we also know that we are being led by a kind and loving Lord who is overseeing our search for a new pastor.
What you see below is a brief explanation of how the search works for churches affiliated with the United Church of Christ.
1. We will select an interim pastor to
provide continuity in worship, pastoral
care, and program oversight. Rev.
Gottshall (of the conference office)
has advised us on this process; the
local Conference will provide us with
names of potential individuals to fill
this role during the transition time.
This pastor will not be a candidate
for the permanent position.
2. During the interim period, we will
initiate a search process for a
new pastor in accordance with our
bylaws. We will invite all members to
play a role in our self-study that will
identify our church’s pastoral needs,
and we will develop a church profile
for our potential candidates.
3. Our Conference office will advertise
our vacancy among UCC clergy all
across the country. Our search
committee will read ministerial profiles,
screen candidates, conduct interviews,
check references, and eventually select
a candidate who will be recommended
to the entire congregation.
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