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MICHIGAN CONFERENCE UCC, ST. JOHN'S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

"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 ST. JOHN'S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 
 
Share Post http://oppsearch.ucc.org/id/6827
 
City Grand Rapids 
 
State MI 
 
Website 1 https://stjohnsuccgr.org/ 
 
Church Size 99
 
Part Time / Full Time 1/2 time
 
Duration Settled
 
Type of Position Pastor part time
 
Salary Basis $42,000-$46,000
 
Benefits Salary Plus Benefits
 
Housing Housing Allowance Provided
 
Language
 
Ministry Description St. John’s is a resilient, justice-minded congregation known for our radical hospitality—a community where all are truly welcome. We offer spiritual refuge to those disillusioned by prior church experiences and are grounded in inclusion, thoughtful worship, and shared leadership. Our vision is to grow slowly and sustainably, expanding our welcome to more families and individuals in their 30s to 50s while deepening our spiritual life and financial stability. We seek a compassionate, collaborative pastor who will journey alongside us. This leader should honor our lay-led model, preach with depth and relevance, and bring emotional and spiritual intelligence to all aspects of ministry. A strong theological foundation, clear communication, and a passion for justice and inclusion are key. St. John’s worship blends tradition and creativity. We engage our wider community through partnerships with organizations like UCOM and Feeding America, and we’re proud to be a Veteran/Military Friendly congregation. Our history reflects courage and resilience—from becoming Open and Affirming in 2008 to navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and healing from the 2020 embezzlement of church funds. Through all of this, we’ve grown stronger, more transparent, and more grounded in our mission. We believe God is calling us to be a sanctuary for authenticity, compassion, and bold love—and we are ready to welcome a leader who will walk with us in that calling.
 
Date Posted 09/03/2025
 
Status: Active
Who To Contact
Name: REV. DR. LAWRENCE T. RICHARDSON
Title: Associate Conference Minister
Phone: 517-295-3637
Email: michigansearchandcall@michucc.org
What to Know
Conference: MICHIGAN CONFERENCE UCC
Association: Grand West Association
Typical Search Process in our Conference: Ministerial Profile sent at candidate request; search committee shares Local Church Profile if interested.

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