Howell Church of Christ
1385 W. Grand River, P. O. Box 82
Howell, MI 48844

Size: 123    Salary: 35,000-48,000
Parsonage: Yes   3 Bdr

Contact:  Howell Church of Christ
Email:  howcoc@sbcglobal.net
Phone:  517-546-1931

Web Site:
   http://howellchurchofchrist.com

Details: The Howell Church of Christ is seeking an Evangelist to partner with us in building up the kingdom in Southeast Michigan.

As with any community, there is some diversity of viewpoint, but in the balance Howell is a theologically moderate congregation within the spectrum of acappella churches of Christ.  We attempt to honor God by discerning the difference between doctrine and tradition, then adhere to doctrine and respect tradition.  We are currently without an eldership, being led by an appointed team of five men who provide spiritual direction in the areas of fellowship, outreach, benevolence, congregational worship, education.  Everyday business matters are handled by an elected group of â?otrusteesâ? that answer to the congregation and leadership team.

Our current average weekly attendance is about 123.  We have a mix of blue collar and professional families.  Our adult makeup tends to be heavy in the 30 somethings to 70 somethings.  We have some healthy families, we have some struggling families.  Balancing the demands of jobs, home life, school, youth sports, church activities can be a challenge for us.

The city of Howell is a town of about 9600, serving a county-wide population of roughly 90,000.  As we are located less than 45 minutes from the state capital of Lansing, Ann Arbor with the University of Michigan, and the greater Detroit metro area, a large percentage of the population commutes to work.  Given our location, the local economy is heavily dependent upon the Big Three automakers.  Currently the region is pinched economically (unemployment around 11.8%, lower than the majority of Michigan counties).  Our weekly offering has suffered, but our income has still been greater than our expenses.  We have no indebtedness.  The church facilities are located on slightly less than 2 acres across the street from the Howell High School.  We also own 20 acres outside of town that may one day serve as a site for a new building.  Our building can seat 170 people.  We have 7 classrooms not counting the auditorium.

We are looking for a married man of God who is especially gifted in mentoring, motivating, and encouraging.  We prefer he has at least three years experience in working with a congregation in the capacity of an Evangelist/Preaching minister.  A degree is not necessary, manifesting a mature knowledge of the Word and a godly life that reflects the indwelling of the Spirit is.  As with all our members who might work with our youth in any capacity (e.g. teaching a high school class, going to a youth rally), the prospective Evangelist must undergo a criminal background check in keeping with our Child Protection Policy.  With the greatest care for confidentiality, we also reserve the right to obtain a credit report on the individual we offer the position to.  (P.S.  Need to be able to handle cold and snow!)

Depending upon the experience level of the Evangelist, Howell will offer a salary range of from $35,000 to $48,000.  We will work with the Evangelist to proportion the Salary/Benefits package according to his preferences and IRS requirements with regard to take home pay, an accountable expense reimbursement plan, a health plan, retirement plan, parsonage allowance.  The church provides a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath house with full basement less than a mile from the building in a quiet neighborhood.  If the Evangelist does not want to take advantage of the parsonage, other living arrangements can be discussed.  We will also provide 4 weeks paid vacation and 1 paid week to attend a lectureship or seminar each employment year.

Interested individuals should submit a resume, references, and at least two sermons on either DVD, VHS, CD, Tape, MP3.  Please also let us know if it is okay to contact your present congregation (understanding that discretion must be observed in these matters).  Applications will be accepted up to the end of the year or until the position is closed. 

They may be submitted online to howcoc@sbcglobal.net or via â?osnail mailâ? to:

ATTN Search Committee
Howell Church of Christ
P. O. Box 82
Howell, MI 48844
(517) 546-1931