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SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND CONFERENCE, CHESHIRE, CT: FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF CHESHIRE

"According to UCC Constitution and Bylaws 150-151, vacancies within the Conference are reported to the administrative offices of the denomination. An authorized minister may confer with the Conference concerning a pastoral vacancy. At the request of any UCC Ordained Minister or Ordained Ministerial Partner, the conference shall submit a current and validated profile to the Local Church."

Name CHESHIRE, CT: FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF CHESHIRE 
 
Share Post http://oppsearch.ucc.org/id/6548
 
City Cheshire 
 
State CT 
 
Website 1 https://firstcheshire.org 
 
Website 2 https://www.facebook.com/FirstCheshire 
 
Website 3 https://www.youtube.com/@FirstCheshire 
 
Church Size 788
 
Part Time / Full Time FT
 
Duration Settled
 
Type of Position Associate Pastor – FT
 
Salary Basis $123,639 total compensation package
 
Benefits Salary Includes Optional Benefits
 
Housing Housing Allowance Provided
 
Language
 
Ministry Description First Congregational Church, an Open and Affirming and Green congregation of the United Church of Christ in Cheshire, CT is a welcoming and vibrant congregation seeking to deepen our faith and follow Jesus’ example, pursuing justice and caring for each other, the community, and our world. We seek an Associate Minister to join us in our vision to grow our congregation and our impact in the broader community. As an active, caring, and friendly multigenerational congregation, we wish to open our doors wider and bring in new visitors and members, while sustaining and growing the deep and valued relationships that exist. The Associate Minister serves as a cornerstone for nurturing the spiritual, emotional, and social aspects of our congregation, with a special focus on enhancing the lives of our younger members and their families. This pivotal role ensures these individuals are fully integrated into the church's activities, creating a nurturing environment where their faith can grow and thrive. Responsibilities span from designing enriching spiritual exploration opportunities, strengthening community ties, leading innovative youth and family programs, to spearheading service and outreach efforts, broadening educational offerings, and mentoring future leaders. The Associate Minister's contributions are crucial in cultivating a dynamic, welcoming, and spiritually fulfilling church environment for everyone. This role demands a person with a passion for spiritual leadership, a deep commitment to the development of young people and their families, and a visionary approach to integrating faith into everyday life. The Associate Minister will play a critical role in shaping the future of our church's community and fostering an environment where all members can experience spiritual growth and connection. First Church is very excited to welcome a new minister to our congregation and community.
 
Date Posted 02/14/2025
 
Status: Active
Who To Contact
Name: LYNN VARNEY
Title: Search & Call Associate
Phone: 860-761-7112
Email: searchcall@sneucc.org
What to Know
Conference: SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND CONFERENCE
Association: New Haven Association
Typical Search Process in our Conference: Due to database issues, some profiles have been uploaded without all their references; those churches will supply every candidate with other references. And some profiles are only marked draft, but they have been validated. Thank you for your understanding.

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