Interim Pastor Position

Olympic View Community Church of the Brethren has an opening for an Interim Pastor. The position will be for 6 months with a possible extension if mutually agreed upon. The church is in the process of extending a call for a permanent pastor. The Interim Pastor will serve at Olympic View until a new permanent pastor is available.

Olympic View Community Church is located in Seattle, Washington in the Northgate neighborhood. Our church office is located at the entrance of Northaven, address 11049 8th Ave NE, Seattle, WA. Our phone number is 206-525-8900.

Qualifications:

Education: Training in an accredited university or seminary

Experience: Ordained or certificated for pastoral ministry

Responsibilities of Ministry at Olympic View:

  • Worship:
    • Planning Services
    • Involving laity from Worship Leader Team
    • Preaching
    • Leading Special Services (Memorials, Weddings, Northaven vespers)
  • Pastoral Care:
    • On-call crisis care
    • Anointing for healing
  • Administration (not required):
    • Invited to Executive Committee
    • Invited to Board of Administration
  • Communication (not required):
    • Newsletter contributor

The position is a 2/3 time position (about 25 to 30 hours per week) and includes salary, housing allowance and benefits per Church of the Brethren guidelines. Contact us if you are interested or need more information at search@olympicchurch.org . Include your name, your qualifications (CV if available) and your contact information.