Pastor George Community Church
Job Title
Pastor
Location
Estacada, Oregon
Job Type
Part Time
Deadline/End-date for posting
2026-09-30
Job Description: Pastor for George Community Church Location: George, Clackamas County, Oregon www.georgecommunitychurch.org Church Overview: George Community Church (GCC) is a nondenominational, Bible-believing congregation dedicated to shining the light of Jesus in its community. Founded in an old schoolhouse in 1969, the church moved into a new building in 1981 with 164 in attendance. GCC offers Sunday services, communion, women’s bible studies, men’s study breakfasts, Sunday school, harvest parties, community picnics and vacation bible school. With 6 pastors plus interim pastors since its inception, GCC currently has approximately 25 members (plus additional regular attendees) aged 10-80, as of 2021. The church is located in a beautiful community 20 minutes from Estacada and Sandy, with an 8-mile loop consisting of approximately 300 homes. Qualifications and Responsibilities: 1. Spiritual Maturity and Faithfulness • Demonstrate through prayer, study of scripture, and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, modeling a life aligned with Christian values. • Lead by example (1 Timothy 4:12), fostering spiritual authenticity and growth in the congregation. 2. Biblical Knowledge and Teaching Ability • Possess a solid understanding of scripture and the ability to preach and teach it clearly, accurately, and in a way that connects with the congregation. • “Feed the sheep” with God’s Word (John 21:17), equipping the church for faith and service (Ephesians 4:11-12). 3. Servant Leadership • Exhibit a pastor’s heart with humility, putting the needs of the congregation above personal ambition, modeled after Jesus washing the disciples’ feet (John 13:14-15). • Serve in a small church setting where the pastor often wears many hats, requiring a willingness to serve rather than dictate. 4. Compassion and Pastoral Care • Genuinely care for people, offering comfort, counsel, and presence in times of joy and hardship. •Small congregations thrive on personal relationships with the pastor and his wife often becoming a primary source of support (Galatians 6:2). 5. Relational Skills • Connect well with diverse ages and personalities, fostering unity in a small, often family-like congregation. • Navigate relationships with grace (Colossians 3:12-13), be involved in members lives and help resolve conflicts peacefully. Additional Expectations: • Community Engagement: Actively participate in and support GCC’s community-focused programs (e.g., picnics, VBS) to strengthen the church’s witness in George. Actively lead in recruiting new members from the community. • Flexibility: Adapt to the needs of a small congregation with limited resources, contributing to a variety of church activities. • Availability: Be present for Sunday services and key events, serving a membership spread across ages 10-80. How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit an application, cover letter, and references to: George Community Church c/o Bryan Vader 41750 SE George Rd Estacada, OR 97023 Or email at bvader94@hotmail.com Applications are available for download on our website at http://www.georgecommunitychurch.org Additional information: http:/www.georgecommunitychurch.org/members-page.html Please outline your experience in pastoral care, teaching, and community leadership, aligning with the qualities above.
Application contact info
Applications and instructions available on website at http://www.georgecommunitychurch.org/job-opportunity.html
Ministry Name
Permanent Part Time Pastor - Non-denominational - George Community Church
Ministry website
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