Organization Description
Burr Ridge Community Church is a welcoming congregation in the Fox Valley Association of the Illinois Conference. Burr Ridge is a “A Very Special Place” with local shopping and offices blended into the natural resources of the town. Located near the Tri-State Tollway and the Stevenson Expressway, Burr Ridge offers easy access to Downtown Chicago and airports.
We are an open church intent on providing the very special warm feelings of fellowship experienced in a small church, and the energy and resources of a large church seeking a settled pastor for our congregation.
Burr Ridge Community Church has created ministries and formed community partnerships that make a direct impact to serve our community. It is our goal to strengthen the impact and ultimately be known as a leader in Burr Ridge and the surrounding areas.
We look forward to the journey ahead as we call a settled pastor to help us grow in mind, body, and spirit.
In the last five years, our congregation has been intentional about our programming and who we have been called to be. We are now a community-based congregation, recently changing our name to Burr Ridge Community Church, and expanding our outreach as each year passes
Job Description
- Worship Ministry:
- Lead Sunday worship services as well as special holidays, including the development of the liturgy and selection of prayers. BRCC seeks a pastor that will seek to balance bible-based sermons with lessons that can relate to everyday life; sharing uplifting and recharging messages.
- Plan worship with support of the Music Director and Board of Elders.
- Administer church’s sacraments of baptism and communion as well as weddings, funerals and confirmation/new member classes for participants in the worshiping
community.
- Work with the Board of Christian Education to support faith formation, and children’s/youth programs. Teach Confirmation alongside CE lead.
- Demonstrate depth of Biblical knowledge. Lead and participate in Bible study, book studies, theological based educational series, and offer lay people resources, as needed.
- Pastoral Care:
- Be responsive to the needs of congregation members during times of trouble and life challenges. Visit members in need.
- Administrative:
- With the assistance of the church secretary, prepare the bulletin and monthly newsletter in collaboration with the church council and various committees.
- Attend meetings and provide leadership development in working with the congregation’s governing body and its program committees.
- Community Outreach:
- Lead quarterly Recovery Services for Recovery groups that meet at BRCC
- Attend Community Events such as chamber meetings, village sponsored events, etc. as scheduling allows.
- Meet with community leaders to create meaningful partnerships for the congregation.
- Be an ambassador of the church’s values in the community. Participate in wider church UCC activities such as conferences.
- Maintain a collegial relationship with area clergy association.
Core Competencies
- Worship
- Congregational Development
- Pastoral Care
- Community Engagement
- Christian Education/Youth Development
Qualifications/Experience/Skills
- To provide leadership in and out of the pulpit. We desire a pastor that will guide us to a better understanding of our relationship with God. We encourage thoughtful and provoking sermons that teach and explain real life issues within a spiritual context. The church is energized to find a pathway to the future. The pastor will be responsible for hospital visits, home visits to shut-ins, and being active in the community. We would like to build our youth Sunday School, Adult Christian Education, and mission and social programs. New member outreach is also a goal.
- A minister who will partner with the congregation, lead them, and participate in actively engaging the community. Visibility.
- While we do not have the need for a pastor with additional language capabilities, we seek one who is experienced in culturally diverse settings and populations. As our motto is “All are Welcome”, we seek one that will be respectful in the issues of race, gender, religious beliefs, and sexual orientations.
Time Commitment
- 3/4 Time (30-35 hours weekly)
- Settled – a called position intended for longer-term ministry in which the minister moves church membership to the congregation and moves standing to related association
Benefits
- We are offering a competitive package including medical and retirement benefits.
Application Instructions
