| Name |
FIRST PLYMOUTH UCC |
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| Share Post |
http://oppsearch.ucc.org/id/6038
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| City |
Englewood |
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| State |
CO |
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| Website 1 |
https://firstplymouthchurch.org/ |
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Church Size |
531 |
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Part Time / Full Time |
FT |
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Duration |
Designated-Term |
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Type of Position |
Senior Pastor
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Salary Basis |
$95,000 - $115,000 |
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Benefits |
Salary Plus Benefits |
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Housing |
Housing Allowance Provided |
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Language |
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Ministry Description |
First Plymouth, a loving, active, and mission-focused Open and Affirming community, is in a liminal season. We are between what has been for our church and what is yet to be, knowing that change is necessary if we are to thrive. Like many Protestant churches across the country, we are in a building with significant capital needs and, while not dying, our congregation is experiencing a decline in membership and pledges, especially since the Covid pandemic. In this crossroads, we have chosen to take a pro-active and earnest look at how we will continue to thrive and live out our purpose and vision in the future. For the past two years, we’ve been exploring and discerning options for our building and community. There are those in the congregation who believe we are stewards of an incredible physical asset that could be repurposed to partner with community needs. There are others, who don't want to leave the building, but who believe we can best be true to a mutual Purpose and Vision at an alternative site better suited to the actual size of our congregation. They believe that without drawing down our finances for our capital needs, we would be better able to serve community needs while creating long-term stability. At the September 2023 Annual Meeting, the Church Council presented a 3-Year-Vision that commits to staying in our current location for the next three years while we continue to discern next steps. Two task forces - a Worship & Well-Being Center Task Force and a Relocation Options Task Force - are at the center of this discernment, as well as other activities to help us revitalize our congregation post-Covid. We are seeking a designated term pastor to come alongside our beloved community to hold us together, inspire, guide, and help lead us on our journey toward what’s next for First Plymouth. Following this designated period of discernment, the Designated Pastor will be eligible for the settled position. |
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Date Posted |
01/30/2024 |
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Status: |
Active |
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