Senior Pastor

Position Title

Pastor

Starting at $65,000; 4 weeks PTO (includes 4 Sundays);
Relocation Expense Allowance;
Starting date any time after July 31, 2026.

Minimum of 4 years of experience serving as Pastor or Associate Pastor or other related ministry within a local church.

Formal education with preference to candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree or certificate of completion in theology, pastoral studies, pastoral ministry, or related field from a college, university, or seminary.

The church is governed by elders. The pastor is a voting member of the elder board, reports to the board, and supervises any paid staff.

• Non‑Denominational, evangelistic, independent, Bible‑believing church (120‑150 Attendance)
• Devoted to Teaching, Fellowship, Communion and Prayer (Acts2:42)
• Location:
  
  455 W Orleans, Paxton, IL 60957
• Website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). (Statement of Faith)

• Meets qualifications outlined in I Timothy3:1‑7 and Titus1:6‑9
• Demonstrates a mature, growing relationship with Christ, evidenced by consistent devotional life, prayer, and obedience to scripture
• Holds to the church’s statement of faith/doctrine and is committed to sound biblical teaching
• A proven pastoral/ministry known for building and fostering healthy relationships within the church
• Exhibits servant leadership, humility, and the ability to work collaboratively
• Demonstrates an approachability and strong interpersonal skills necessary to foster unity within the body
• Must hold American citizenship

The pastor is the primary teacher who delivers expository sermons for Sunday worship.

Oversee the worship ministry in conjunction with our worship leader/pastor.

• Provide direct spiritual counsel and biblical guidance to individuals, couples, and families within the congregation.
• Participate with Elders in the visitation of the sick, hospitalized, homebound, and grieving members.
• Perform Baptisms and officiate weddings/funerals.

• Exhibiting vision while working closely with Elders, staff, and key volunteers to form strategic plans for the mission of the church.
• Communicate and promote these plans to the congregation through preaching and teaching with a call to action to encourage individual participation within the body.
• Mentor and equip leaders to carry forward the vision and strategy of URBC.

• Oversee day-to-day church operations.
• Supervise any paid staff.
• In collaboration with treasurer and leadership boards, manage budget, facilities, procedures, and policies.

• 4 weeks PTO (includes 4 Sundays)
• Relocation Expense Allowance
• Other benefits not specified.