Job Summary:
We yearn for a leader who can connect with existing members and gracefully reach out to those less active. Family-oriented and community focused, our pastor should excel in attentive listening, discerning vision, and prioritization, fostering deep relationships within and beyond the church. Our mission-driven pastor will embrace and uphold our values, working to achieve our shared goals. A life-long learner, our pastor will bridge the teachings of Jesus with the lives of our members in our small-town context, forging a meaningful and spiritual connection.
Duties:
- Lead the congregation by coordinating and leading Sunday worship services
- Serve as Head of Staff and perform such personnel, administrative, and supervisory duties as required
- Plan for the administration of the Sacraments, including Home Communion
- Plan and participate in special worship services, e.g. Lenten, Advent, weddings, funerals
- Oversee the spiritual development of members of the congregation
- Engage in visitations with members of the congregation in the home, hospital, nursing home and emergencies
- Visit with prospective members of the church
- Lead the congregation in Christian fellowship
- Participate in counseling sessions as need arises
- Engage in teaching activities and continuing education for professional growth
- Be an active member of the Presbytery of New Harmony
- In consultation with appropriate committee chairs, determine the necessity of canceling scheduled church services, programs and or meetings due to adverse weather conditions
- Attend individual committee meetings when necessary and check on their plans during the monthly session meetings
- Be active in local organizations that support the greater community
- Serve as Moderator of the Session
Narrative:
We are a church that seeks to nurture our congregation and serve our community as the hands and feet of Christ. We have several ministry goals and activities that reflect our vision, such as:
- Backpack Blessings: We partner with a local elementary school to provide food and snacks for children in need. Every week, we fill backpacks with nutritious items for them to have over the weekend. Backpacks are returned on Monday to be restocked by us.
•The Swails Lot: We have a piece of land that is currently underutilized. We want to transform it into a user-friendly and accessible space for the church and the community. We envision it as a place for recreation, fellowship, and outreach.
•The Williamsburg Kindergarten and Preschool: We are proud to host this school, which has been serving the children and families of our area for 59 years. We want to be more supportive and intentional about reaching out to these families. We offer welcome baskets with information about our church events and programs, and to have a chapel service for the children in the sanctuary twice a month, led by our Pastor or Christian Educator. We are doing some visioning with the preschool on ways we can connect with families.
•Seek to be a more welcoming church
We believe that our vision will have a positive impact on our community. We strive to work with and for those who are in need, and to foster a loving relationship with our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Additional Information:
-The Williamsburg Presbyterian Church Manse is available for our Pastor. This recently renovated home is located across from Kellahan Park and has 4 bedrooms.
-Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, a cornerstone of faith in Kingstree, SC, sits in Williamsburg County, known for its recreational allure. Kingstree, labeled "Sportsman’s Paradise" and "Marked for Excellence," is one of SC's oldest settlements, with 3,200 town residents and 30,500 countywide. The church impacts 15,000 within a 5-mile radius, with 37.4% unchurched, offering outreach opportunities. Proximity to urban centers creates diverse commuting patterns for working families.
Post-pandemic, Kingstree saw real estate growth, attracting commuters and remote workers. Though long-term trends show a slight decline, the past year witnessed growth, creating outreach opportunities. Family homes dominate (53%), fostering a stable community with a high ownership rate.
In a lower-income context, with an average household income of $40,000 and 28% facing poverty, the church serves as an outreach hub. Demographics mirror some other southern, rural counties, with 68% African Americans and 26% Caucasian residents.
Educationally, Kingstree hosts institutions like Williamsburg Technical College and Williamsburg Academy as well as a robust public school system. In conclusion, Williamsburg Presbyterian Church is a cornerstone of the faith community and plays a pivotal role in Kingstree and Williamsburg County, serving a resilient, diverse, and engaged community ready to embrace ministry growth.
Links:
Williamsburg Presbyterian Church
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100079709043466
Williamsburg Kindergarten and Daycare
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095034702849
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Kingstree, SC 29556: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person