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Bi-vocational, part-time Pastor (Non-denominational community church)
Situated in the northeastern corner of Washington State, adjoining the Idaho border, Newport is a friendly community surrounded by recreational opportunities which include water sports, snow skiing, fishing, hunting, hiking and golf. Located less than an hour from Coeur d’Alene, Idaho; Sandpoint, Idaho, and Spokane, Washington, our congregation is community involved, rooted in the love of Christ. Newport Community Church is seeking an energetic, dynamic, compassionate, knowledgeable, individual with strong biblical values to help us move forward as well as grow our congregation. The ideal candidate will be able to relate and minister to all ages and have a strong belief in missions and outreach. We are looking for a bi-vocational minister who will provide bible-based lessons connecting to our daily lives. As well as spiritual leadership, we are searching for an individual to provide pastoral care and to be a guide to help us explore our relationship with God. Come join us in God’s Country-we would love to hear from you.
Please submit inquiries to newportncc@ifiber.tv Attn: NCC Search Committee
Care of Rev Marty Sturgeon

Ideal Candidate:
- Is a person of faith.
- Post secondary education in the ministry or related field.
- Possesses a deep interest in the ministry.
- Is a compassionate, caring individual that deals effectively with conflict.
- Honors confidentiality as appropriate.
- Possesses a sense of humor and demonstrates a warm, engaging, and inviting personality.
- Is an effective teacher.
- Diligently avoids crossing into political and or divisive topics from the pulpit.
- Is an engaging, effective speaker that continues to develop his or her theological and biblical knowledge base.
- Easily partners with parishioners to develop their spiritual life.
- Supports and develops leaders, speakers, and teachers according to calling and ability.
- Possesses a well-developed and supportive personal counseling skillset.
- Pursues pastoral call on parishioners in hospitals, nursing homes, and private residences.
- Works actively to increase church membership.
- Engages with community pastors regularly to support a coalition of local faith leadership.
- Is accepting of people with divergent views.
- Works well within the church council leadership structure.
- Possesses a well-developed sense of self awareness, emotional maturity, personal responsibility, and accountability.