Lead Pastor, Mason Reformed Church, Scottville, MI

Overview

Mason County Reformed Church (MCRC) located between Ludington and Scottville, MI, is a warm and vibrant community of believers committed to the teachings of Scripture and the Reformed tradition. The church emphasizes a strong connection to both God and the local community, offering contemporary worship services in a casual and comfortable atmosphere, small groups, and various community outreach programs. Worship times:
Sundays, 10:00 AM.

Our church focuses on fellowship, spiritual growth, and serving members and the surrounding area with compassion and care. We seek to provide a place for people to connect with God, grow in their faith, and share the love of Christ with others.

Mason County Reformed Church is a part of the Reformed Church in America (RCA) and sits in the RCA Regional Synod of the Great Lakes Northern Michigan Classis. The church’s mission is embodied in the statement: “Real people. Real life. Real transformation in Jesus Christ.”

Address: 45 South Amber Road, Scottville, MI. Contact: ,(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). info.

Hello from Mason County Reformed Church! Our pastoral search team has assembled this church profile to outline who we are and highlight leadership needs. We strive to be a body of believers that does life together, raising up and sending out maturing Christians into the world through fellowship, prayer, worship, and the Word of God in daily life.

In His Service, The MCRC Search Team

We prayerfully invite candidates to reflect on how Mason County Reformed Church’s values and mission align with their calling, trusting the Holy Spirit to guide the process as you consider applying for our lead pastor position.

Our building includes a Sanctuary/Auditorium, Middle School/High School fellowship space with storage, kitchen, and restrooms; staff offices;
Hospitality Room for meetings and small groups; an All-Purpose room for gatherings; and a parsonage nearby. A separate ministry house on U.S. 10 serves as a respite for visiting pastors. A pole barn and attached patio support summer events. The church is debt-free. The Music Director and spouse reside in the parsonage. A large kitchen, Children’s Wing with check-in, restrooms, nurseries, and classrooms, plus a library with AV resources serve all ages.

We anticipate a merger of the GLCC and NMC into one classis by June 2026 due to structural changes within the RCA regional structure.

Our ministries include:
Parents and Tots, Gems, Cadets, Kids Hope, UpStreet, Children’s Ministry, Youth Ministries (Middle & High School), Dominican Republic Outreach, Hand2

Hand Ministries, Prayer & Quilt Ministries, Women’s Ministries, Library, Men’s Bible Study Fellowship, Life Groups, Big Kids Recess, Monthly Meals After Service, Ministry House;
Leadership Team, Hospitality Team, Worship Team, Decorating Team, Property Team, Security Team, Assimilation & Fellowship Team. Additional partnerships and community involvement include AA, Al-Anon, Alateen, Paws With A Cause, and others.

Personal

Qualifications:

Be a growing disciple of Christ engaged in regular spiritual disciplines; acknowledge the authority of Scripture, the power of prayer, and the lordship of Jesus Christ. Possess a Master of Divinity degree or equivalent from an accredited seminary. Be or become an ordained minister in the Reformed Church in America (RCA).

Responsibilities:
Preaching and Worship

• Preach biblically grounded, Christ-centered sermons on 40+ Sundays per year, including Easter and a Christmas Eve service.
• Arrange pulpit supply for absences; meet with staff to coordinate worship themes; administer the sacraments with Elder support.
• Explore ways to engage online worshipers and connect with the broader body of MCRC.
• Equip and motivate church members to study God’s Word and share it with others; guide children, youth, and adult ministries to align with MCRC mission and core values.

Leadership

• Provide leadership to fulfill MCRC’s mission and values; equip and empower staff and volunteers; recruit and develop leaders; supervise staff and conduct annual reviews; lead staff…