Overview
Part-time Lay Minister for the Quincy Unitarian Church, Quincy, Illinois; West-Central IL
Description: The Quincy Unitarian Church, founded in 1839, is a small congregation in Quincy, Illinois, Adams County, that is seeking a part-time Minister to lead our congregation. We are looking for a spiritually mature, engaging lay-minister with experience in pastoral care and community outreach. As a congregation we adhere to the Principles of Unitarian Universalism.
Ministerial Requirements and Qualities:
Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in liberal arts and an emphasis on the humanities, with at least 5 years relevant experience
- Preferred background in religious studies
- A demonstrated knowledge of Unitarian Universalism
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in the liberal arts with at least 10 years relevant experience preferred
- Capability to grow ministries and work with church leadership
- Ability to engage and inspire people to participate in social justice
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and deliver inspirational messages on a part-time basis
- Provide spiritual and pastoral care to congregants
- Design congregational workshops and moderate discussion groups
- Lead church outreach initiatives and pastoral administration
Additional Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with the worship team on the planning of Sunday services, including the identification of service themes and speakers
- Building interpersonal relationships, welcoming visitors and new members, and being an accessible presence at congregational meetings, activities, and other major events as the ministerial schedule allows
- Either in-person or virtually, attend Board meetings and provide monthly written reports to the Board. Summarize ministerial activities in the monthly congregational Newsletter.
- Officiate funerals, weddings, and other rites of passage for members of the congregation
Compensation & Benefits:
How to Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter with statement of faith to . Visit our website at https://uuquincy.org/ to learn more
Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
