Lead Pastor

University Christian Church in Muncie, Indiana, is seeking a full-time Lead Pastor to provide biblical preaching, pastoral leadership, and overall direction for its growing, multigenerational congregation. The church’s current Lead Pastor is retiring after 23 years of service and will help facilitate a transition in which the incoming pastor assumes the role completely in May 2027.

University Christian Church is a financially sound congregation with a strong team of servant-leaders, a clear vision, a missional focus, and a significant commitment to children and youth. The church seeks a collaborative and spiritually mature leader who can guide its congregation, develop its staff, and help people come to Christ and grow in Christ.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Providing vision and leadership to the congregation.
• Preparing and preaching biblically based sermons approximately 40–45 times each year.
• Developing ministries and strategies that help non-Christians come to Christ.
• Creating opportunities that disciple Christians toward greater maturity in Christ.
• Shepherding, leading, and developing the church staff within a collaborative culture.
• Conducting weddings and funerals.
• Completing other ministry responsibilities assigned by the Elders.

Expectations and qualifications include:

• A team-oriented approach to ministry and leadership.
• At least a bachelor’s degree, with a master’s degree preferred, preferably from a Restoration Movement college or seminary.
• Agreement with the ideals and doctrine commonly embraced by Christian Churches and Churches of Christ.
• A clear and proven philosophy of ministry, along with vision, creativity, and enthusiasm for healthy church growth.
• The ability to relate well to people across all age groups and exercise a positive spiritual influence.
• A sound faith in Jesus Christ and a continuing desire to grow in the Christian life.

The church offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Candidates should email a cover letter and résumé to dn******@****or.edu. Additional information is available through the full job description.