Senior Pastor: First Congregational Church of Woodstock

General Information

Job Title:

Senior Pastor: First Congregational Church of Woodstock

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

• Preaching and Teaching
  • Prepare and deliver biblically grounded, Christ-centered sermons for weekly worship services.
  • Teach and equip members through Bible studies, discipleship programs, and special series.
• Worship Leadership
  • Lead worship in partnership with the Music Director and other ministry leaders to plan meaningful services consistent with Reformed Evangelical faith.
• Pastoral Care
  • Provide counseling, visitation, prayer, and encouragement to members and families.
  • Officiate at weddings, funerals, and other special services.
• Leadership and Administration
  • Oversee ministry staff and volunteers.
  • Work with the Boards and committees to plan and evaluate ministries, manage budgets, and set goals.
• Community and Outreach
  • Engage with the local community, representing FCCW as a witness of Christ's love.
  • Support missions and service programs both locally and globally.

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Position Qualifications:

• A mature, growing disciple of Jesus Christ committed to prayer, Scripture, and service.
• Agreement with FCCW's Statement of Faith and Reformed Evangelical theology.
• Demonstrated experience in preaching, leadership, and pastoral care.
• Ordination or theological training appropriate to pastoral ministry.
• Strong communication, relational, and organizational skills.

Application Deadline

05/31/2026

Job Type:

Full Time

Salary Range:

TBD

General Information

Church/Organization Name

First Congregational Church of Woodstock

Contact Name & Contact Info

Industry

Church

Denomination

Not Applicable

City, State

Woodstock, VT

Description of Organization

Our church withdrew from the United Church of Christ (UCC) denomination in 1975 and returned to its roots as independent, bible-believing, and reformed. We created the office of Elder and a Board of Elders as our spiritual leaders in 1988 in accordance with the biblical model of church governance by Elders and Deacons.

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