March Scoopness
So who is in the field, who will the Cinderella pick be? Oh, I think I’ve mixed up scoops and the Tourney. Well, we have a lot to share, so let’s get to it.
AL: We have a friend in north Alabama who has 40 metal folding chairs he’s looking to part with. If you or if you know of a church that can use them, let us know and we’ll hook you up. TJI@TheJenkinsInstitute.com.
MO: Arnold church is currently seeking to add a third minister. The ad explains it all: http://arnoldcoc.org/wordpress/minister-ad/
KY/TN: Brian Staron is leaving Franklin, KY’s youth ministry role to become the Children's/Family Minister at the Bartlett Woods congregation in Memphis.
FL: The Deltona congregation is seeking a full time gospel minister. Deltona is located 20 miles north of Orlando and their attendance runs 100 to 115 in a community of 100k. They “are searching for a gospel minister that will bring God’s word in its purity and simplicity to a congregation of older well-established Christians as well as newer members of the Lord’s church.” Send resumes and references to: dcocpreachersearch@gmail.com.
TX: The Lapoynor church in a small community in East Texas is searching for a preacher. They have 50 active members and are mission minded. The church can furnish a house, a competitive salary, and other benefits. “The church loves the Lord, loves each other, loves preachers and preaching, and wants to grow numerically and spiritually.” Interested? Send resumes to: jaylene58@suddenlink.com.
GA: The Oak Hill church in Covington is looking for a full-time minister to work with the congregation of 90. They have big plans centered around spiritual and numerical growth and are looking for the right man to help them achieve those goals. They “are a church that likes to say that they are bound by God’s word, not man’s traditions, and would like to find a preacher that has that same mindset.” If you are interested in learning more about who they are visit https://www.oakhillcofc.org. If you are interested in talking to them about the position please call Jason Duncan at 404-431-8205.
AL: Howell Bigham leaving the Shiloh church effective March 3, he has been there over 16 years. Shiloh is a church of about 175 members in the Florence area. Learn more about them at: http://www.shilohchurchofchrist.net/
TN: Christopher Elrod will be joining the Walter Hill church as their youth minister.
NJ: The Freehold Church in Central NJ is looking for an enthusiastic evangelist to serve the congregation of 55+ members. Freehold Church of Christ 46 Strickland Rd, Freehold NJ 07728. There is more information on their website http://freeholdchurchofchrist.com/evangelist-opportunity/. Send Resumes to Lianp@exitrealtyec.com
AL/MO: The Lannett congregation in south AL is looking for a preacher. Their minister is moving to Liberty to work there.
TN: The Spring Hill church has announced that Scott Ballard will be their new minister. We look forward to welcoming him to the area. He has been at Birdwell’s Chapel who has already announced that Dale Sadler will be their new preacher.
AR: Western Yell County in Havana is looking for a part time pulpit minister. Attendance averages 40 with 4 elders. The congregation has a large facility and grounds with outdoor pavilion for special events. The current minister with 55 years preaching experience is looking forward to a well-deserved retirement. The church would consider someone with limited experience but Biblical studies a must. Western Yell County is located in the shadow of magnificent Mt. Magazine State Park https://www.arkansasstateparks.com/parks/mount-magazine-state-park and nearby Blue Mountain Lake https://www.arkansas.com/fishing-spot/blue-mountain-lake. They would like to see this position grow into a full time position. Contact: Kevin Darbee kldarbee@gmail.com or Daryl Wiseman dwiseman@magtel.com.
TN: The Highland Heights church in Symrna looking for a Youth Minister who “will serve as part of the church staff in ministering to congregational needs, focusing on overall education and ministry activities for church youth in grades six through twelve. The Youth Minister is to promote biblical discipleship by planning, promoting, and coordinating the youth activities of the church. The Youth Minister will set an excellent example to youth and to stress the importance of Christianity in their personal life and in their association with others. The Youth Minister will possess and effectively communicate a thorough knowledge of the Bible while exemplifying a mature and deep abiding love for Christ.” To see the complete job description and to apply online go to www.highlandchurch.cc under Job Opportunities. Their current youth minister, Matt Wilber, has been there 13 years and is going to Tusculum to be Youth and Family.
AR: Parker Willis is moving to work with the Bella Vista church in Bentonville as their new youth minister.
That’s all we got that we can report. Let us know what we missed or left out. Scoops only happen with us all working together. Thanks.