Summer Interim Minister

Summer Interim Minister

The Second Congregational Church, United Church of Christ, in Londonderry, VT, is looking for an Interim Minister between May 25, 2007 and September 3, 2007 (dates are flexible). Our settled minister will be on sabbatical.

General Description: The Interim Minister will work in a spirit of mutual cooperation and communication with the Board of Deacons, with final oversight from the Church Council, for the purpose of fulfilling the ministry of the Church.

Principal Responsibilities:
Preaching and leading the worship life of the church.
Conduct special services, such as weddings and funerals as needed.
Administering the rites and sacraments as needed.
Visiting the sick and shut-ins and counseling members as requested and needed.
Provide leadership to the church staff: the Church Secretary; the Organist/Choir
Director; also general oversight for the Sexton as needed
Attending appropriate meetings of official church bodies and making a monthly
report at Church Council meetings.
Participate in the monthly Neighbor's Pantry food distribution program.
Meet regularly with the Board of Deacons, or a member of the Deacons, for
consultation and check-in.
Leadership of/ and participation in Christian Education, Adult and for young
people, as requested.
Availability for responding to needs in the community.

The successful candidate will have some theological education and some experience working in a church (we welcome and encourage students to apply); an interest in and desire to work with and among a small church; a passion for the ministry; and a sense of fun.

This position is grant funded and so we are pleased to be able to offer a competitive salary. We prefer to fill this position on a full-time basis. However, we would consider part-time if that best suited the candidate.

Contact Information:
Mr. William H. Cooley
Chair, Board of Deacons
680 Barker Road
Londonderry, VT 05148
coolmack@sover.net

E-mail: coolmack@sover.net
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