Congregational Openings

The following congregations in Virginia Mennonite Conference have pastoral openings.

Eastern District

Warwick River Mennonite Church, a smallish multi-generational congregation on the Virginia Peninsula with big plans to serve God by serving others, is seeking an intentional interim pastor to assist in a time of transition. We are looking for a godly individual who can lead us forward from a very difficult stage to be the witness God wants us to be. If this seems like a challenge you are prepared to take on, please contact Ms. Susan Ackerman at susan@ackerman.net.

 

Northern District

Lindale Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg, VA, is a mid-size Anabaptist fellowship in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We seek an Associate Pastor of Congregational Life (FTE: 0.5) to coordinate pastoral care, develop a ministry to college and career young adults, give guidance to families and small groups ministries, participate in the preaching rotation, and join our creative team of pastors and directors. For more information visit LMC Pastor of Congregational Life Job Description or contact Judy Mullet, 540-908-1533, or mulletjh@emu.edu.

Stephens City Mennonite Church is seeking a half-time pastor. SCMC recently completed a consultation with Cooperative by Design (Cooperative by Design – A Consortium of Peace builders) that clarified their mission/vision. The Congregational Information Form is available. Contact Mike Shenk, District Minister, Northern District, VMC at hmichaelshenk3@gmail.com or 540-820-6554.

 

Potomac District

Daniels Run Peace Church, a family-friendly diverse community of 40 members in the DC suburb of Fairfax, VA, is looking for a new pastor to start in September 2023. Our mission is to be an urban people trying to be as much like Jesus as we can, accepting, loving, oriented toward nature, peace, and social justice in a multi-cultural, inclusive and Anabaptist way.  We are looking for a servant leader who connects the call of Jesus and our Mennonite history to contemporary issues through preaching, nurturing friendships, and planning worship services. The position could be half-time to full time depending on availability, interest, and willingness to help with managing our unique eco-friendly property and/or growing our congregation.  Our current pastor is hoping to stay involved with our community after retiring in 2023, and has offered to be available as a mentor or elder. For more information, please contact Joanna Wen and Cory Suter at drpcplanning@gmail.com.

 

Tennessee/Carolina/Kentucky District

Asheville Mennonite Church
Consider your next pastoral assignment in Asheville NC. Nestled in the southern end of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is a lovely four-season city. We are located in an area highly desirable for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The church is located less than one mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway and in close proximity to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. We are seeking a pastor or pastoral couple for a half-time assignment in Asheville NC. There are many employment options currently available in the local area and this is a lovely area to live and raise a family. Our group is currently relatively small but we believe there are opportunities for growth and would foresee full-time employment in the future. AMC Congregational Profile If interested, contact Leroy Kauffman | 828-421-3560 | leroy.kauffman@gmail.com.

Greensboro Mennonite Fellowship, Greensboro, NC, is seeking a quarter-time pastor. Please send inquiries to John Bender at gmfgreensboronc@gmail.com. See church information on Facebook.

Durham Mennonite Church, Durham, NC, seeks a quarter-time pastor. Please send inquiries to Cheryl Van Horn, search committee chairperson, at vanhornsc@nc.rr.com.