With our current pastor retiring at the end of March 2024, Lockport church in Lockport Indiana is seeking a pastor to serve God in rural Carroll County. This is a unique opportunity for someone seeking a rural/family/community oriented ministry. The church team includes a deacon board, other church officers, and congregation members. Starting date is flexible.
Lockport church established in 1896 is a non-denominational fundamental Bible church. Located on the banks of the Wabash River, Lockport was once a major commerce center during the height of the Wabash and Erie Canal era, but today is a small “sleepy hollow” community tucked away on the scenic back roads of Indiana.
We have an average attendance of around 80 people each Sunday with a congregation coming from a three-county area. Church activities include regular Sunday School, worship service, Word of Life Youth groups, children’s church, and adult Bible study. We also have a vacation Bible school program, youth Bible camp, and various social events throughout the year.
Duties would include planning and leading Sunday morning worship and evening services, coordinating prayer requests, providing hospital visits, and officiating at weddings, funerals, and community outreach.
We are seeking applicants with the following qualifications: seminary training and/or a bachelor degree from an accredited Bible college; ability to converse in a loving and Christ centered way with diverse groups of people; and experience in counseling for life experiences such as marriage, divorce, unplanned pregnancy, addictions, and death. Other desirable skills could include: knowledge of Greek or Hebrew, computer literacy, musical gifts, or other skills that assist pastoring a church and revealing God’s love.
Interested applicants may apply by sending a resume’ and supporting documents to lockport1896@gmail.com . Applications should include contact information, education, work history, and a minimum of three references with their contact information. Also please include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
For what we believe please see our website at: www.lockportchurch.org
We are an independent non-denominational Bible church located in rural Carroll County Indiana. Our current pastor is retiring and we are seeking a full time pastor who will continue to lead us in God's word. Please see web site for Statement of Faith and current programs.