NEW PASTOR OPENING We are a mid-western rural anabaptist church in Southwest Minnesota with an average attendance of 60-100 people. We have a traditional worship style with some contemporary elements. We are service- minded and are setting new goals as we “Seek the Spirit, Live like Jesus, and Proclaim the Gospel” within our community. We are committed to supporting and nurturing a pastor who will encourage us and walk along with us as we serve our community. We are seeking a Full Time Lead Pastor (approx 40-50 hours per week). We are looking for an individual who loves people - a “people person” who will be excited to visit, build relationships and seek opportunities to be active in the local community. Requirements: 1. an understanding of and appreciation for Anabaptist Theology and principles and a willingness to lead and minister according to the “Confession of Faith in a Mennonite Perspective” 2. a Bachelor’s degree in ministry or equivalent combination of education, training and experience Ministry Responsibilities: 1. Lead in cooperation with the Deacon Board and will reflect and uphold Bethel Mennonite Church’s values in relationship to Central Plains Mennonite Conference of MCUSA 2. Work together with and encourage the church secretary, committees and boards in their respective work, ministry, and outreach. 3. Public tasks will include: visit and build relationships with church members and people in the community, preach most Sundays, officiate congregational weddings and funerals, conduct catechism classes, participate in the local ministerial association, support and participate in church and community activities. 4. Personal tasks will include: prayer, bible study, spiritual retreats, continuing education, and professional development. 5. Once a year the Pastor Job description will be reviewed together by pastor and deacon board and may be modified as needed.