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Lead Pastor

Halls, TN

This is a meaningful opportunity for a leader who values a loving rural church context, appreciates ... A pastor with previous ministry leadership experience - ideally including prior experience as a ...

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Lead Pastor

Halls, TN

$55K - $70K/yr

This is a meaningful opportunity for a leader who values a loving rural church context, appreciates ... A pastor with previous ministry leadership experience - ideally including prior experience as a ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for rural pastor in the United States is $60,902.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Rural Pastor is a clergy member who leads a church in a rural community, providing spiritual guidance, preaching, and pastoral care. They often serve smaller congregations and may have additional responsibilities like community outreach, counseling, and organizing local events. Due to the unique challenges of rural ministry, they often build close relationships with their congregation and community, sometimes serving in bi-vocational roles.

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A Rural Pastor should have strong theological knowledge, effective preaching skills, and a relevant ministry degree or ordination from a recognized religious organization. Familiarity with church management software, basic technology for virtual meetings, and Bible study resources is often necessary to support congregation activities. Strong interpersonal communication, cultural sensitivity, and community outreach skills set exceptional rural pastors apart. These skills are vital for fostering a supportive faith community, managing diverse responsibilities, and meeting the unique needs of rural congregations.

What kinds of challenges might a Rural Pastor face when serving in a small or remote community?

Rural Pastors often encounter challenges such as limited resources, smaller congregations, and the need to serve multiple roles—from spiritual leader to event organizer. Isolation and travel distances can make collaboration and support with other clergy less frequent. However, these challenges are balanced by the close-knit nature of rural communities, which allows pastors to build deep, meaningful relationships with congregants. Adaptability and a willingness to be involved in various aspects of community life are key to being successful and fulfilled in this unique pastoral environment.

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Pastor - Danforth Community Chapel (Bruno, MN)

LancasterSearch

Bruno, MN • On-site

Full-time

PTO

Posted 21 days ago

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Job Description
Danforth Community Chapel (Bruno, MN) - Pastor
The Big Picture
Danforth Community Chapel is seeking a full time Pastor. (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064709705029)
Requirements
The Church
Danforth Community Chapel is a non-denominational church located in a rural setting in east central Minnesota.We are seeking a full-time Pastor who will preach expository, Christ-centered sermons and help our church body grow.We celebrated our 100th year in ministry in 2016 and have a history of mission's involvement and a congregation that is committed to maturing in Christ.We believe God's Word to be the authority in our lives and desire to grow in knowing Him, His Son Jesus Christ and conforming to His image as directed by the Holy Spirit.Our Sunday morning attendance typically ranges between 40-70.
We are an elder board lead congregation, with the Pastor having the leadership role for speaking and teaching within that context.Our elder board consists of men who lead in worship as well as sharing the teaching ministry to the congregation.Other elected positions and open committees that are actively helping the elder board include a Sunday School Superintendent, Missions/Outreach Committee as well as a Hospitality Committee.
Our church is very involved in a local Bible Camp Ministry year-round and have active members in a local Christian School.
The Candidate
Responsibilities of the role as Pastor include:
• Preaching weekly expository sermons on Sunday mornings.
• Living the weekly sermons that are preached and exampling godliness as Paul instructed Timothy to do.
• Coordinate other church gatherings included Sunday Night Prayer Meetings and mid-week Bible Study.
• Pastoral care for members, counseling, discipleship, prayer, funerals, weddings, other as God provides opportunity.
• Visitation and Community Outreach for growth and obedience to Christ's command to make disciples.
Qualifications:
• Prior ministry experience preferred, but recent seminary graduates should apply.
• Education of a minimum bachelor's degree in Bible/Theology; a Master's degree from an accredited seminary preferred.
• Spiritual Gifts: Preaching, teaching, shepherding, leadership.
Benefits
The Compensation
• Salary depending on experience.
• A newly sided parsonage for residency within a quarter mile of the church.
• 2 weeks' vacation.
The Process
Please look over this job description. Along with your résumé, please answer these questions:
Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor at Danforth Community Chapel?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor at Danforth Community Chapel?
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the beliefs of Danforth Community Chapel?
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@no-feepastorsearch.com

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