From the profile submitted by York Baptist:
This position is a hybrid role, requiring 15-20 hours per week. The primary responsibility is to assist in the coordination and execution of Sunday services, with specific hours from 8:45 am to 11:45 am. Additional hours may be required for meetings, activities, and other church-related
tasks.
Office hours and appointments are flexible, allowing you to balance your personal and professional commitments. The specific schedule will be determined by the needs of the congregation and the community, with the understanding that some tasks may require evening or weekend availability.
York Baptist Church, located in a rural farming community, is a beacon of forward-thinking. Our congregation and leadership, primarily composed of women, are at the forefront of change and progress.
We are looking for a pastor who:
● Is welcoming and affirming of all people, inclusive and respectful of all people and cultures.
● Preaches Jesus’ gospel message of unconditional love and acceptance.
● Will be a key player in our mission to reach out to our community and beyond, fostering connections and spreading kindness.
● Believes in and practices kindness.
● Is easy to talk with and values confidentiality.
Candidates should also align with our mission statement and values.
Our Mission: York Baptist Church embodies Christ’s love in service to our community.
Our Values:
● Welcoming: Jesus welcomed all kinds of people, and we want to look like Jesus.
● Stewardship: We are shepherds, not owners, of God’s mission on earth.
● Creation Care: We care for and protect the earth and all who live on it.
● Hands and Feet: Living the Gospel is our work to do together.
● Humility: We act without self-importance, recognizing our flaws.
For more information or to apply, contact ABC Rochester/Genesee Region Executive Minister Rev. Dr. Sandra Hasenauer, sandyh@abcrgr.org, (585) 216-1231. Send a cover letter, resume/CV, American Baptist Profile if available, a list of three references, and links to video recordings of one or more sermons you have preached recently.