BETTER, Scoops

SCOOPS, but first. What would it take? BETTER: Southeast is coming up Monday in Florence, Alabama where Heritage Christian University will host us. We want YOU here. What would it take? The cost is $25 which includes the program, books, meals, housing, and even a chance to win an iPad mini. The presenters are: Bill Watkins, Bruce McLarty, Ralph Gilmore, David Shannon, Craig Evans, Matt Heupel, Doug Burleson, Chuck Monan, Paul Shero, and Jeff and Dale. We have all new topics. You will have a chance to ask each speaker questions about their area. The fellowship will be outstanding. AND, if you can’t afford the $25 we have a scholarship for you. We really want you here. If you are planning on coming but haven’t registered text us at 972-861-2434. If you want to come register HERE. 

TN: The Lafayette Church of Christ in Lafayette, TN is looking for a full-time youth minister. The former YM has moved into the pulpit. In addition to a full-time pulpit minister, we also have a part-time associate minister. The church at Lafayette has been returning to pre COVID numbers and there is a significant amount of excitement in the congregation as they grow!  This is a well-established church that has a very active and involved youth group with tremendous support from the congregation and elders.  If you would like more information please contact deacon and search committee member Kyle Sircy at ksircy24@gmail.com. 

SC/TN: Robert Hatfield has accepted the pulpit work with the Henderson church. This leaves the church of Christ at Gold Hill Road church in need of a preacher. You can learn more about them at HERE. 

IL: The East Peoria church is looking for a pulpit minister who “is an encourager, teacher and devoted follower of Christ.” They have about 75 members and four elders. They are predominately older but have families of all ages. In addition to preaching and teaching, they “seek someone willing to serve with the congregation thru activities like visiting the sick, encouraging others to Christ through Biblical teachings, connecting through fellowship and building up the body of Christ.” They do have a preacher’s house. East Peoria is located on the Illinois River and “has lots to offer including great schools, colleges, easy access to quality healthcare services, established industries, museums, sports, and entertainment as well as many dining and shopping options.” Submit a cover letter, resume, and references with audio samples of your work to Mark Fawley marktfawley@gmail.com or Paul Willett ptwillett@gmail.com. Learn more about the congregation here: https://www.epcoc.com/.

TN: Russell Wyatt resigned at Riggs near Chapel Hill. Learn more about the Riggs church HERE. 

KS: The Coffeyville church of Christ, has hired a full-time evangelist. Gary Fox is new guy. 

MD: The Suitland Road Church of Christ is seeking a full-time Pulpit Minister. We are searching for “ A man of God” who is “Biblically sound and spiritually grounded.” He must have a minimum of 5 years experience preaching and teaching biblically-based sermons and lessons with everyday application to life in Christ. “He must be humble, self-disciplined, responsible, and organized. He must have strong interpersonal skills and good verbal/written communication skills. He must be willing to work with the Elders in growing the congregation’s membership through teaching and preaching sound doctrine from the Word of God. Our ideal candidate should be married with a wife/family who faithfully serves God and works alongside him at the congregation.” The church has about 85 post-pandemic attendance. A degree in Bible from a Church of Christ Institution is preferred but not required. Inquire by October 31. Upload your cover letter, resume (with references), and a video file of two most recent sermons to: Resumes@suitlandroadcoc.orgor you may send your cover letter, resume (with references), and a video file of two most recent sermons to Suitland Road Church of Christ-4815 Suitland Road, Suitland Maryland 20746. For questions, please contact Brother James Redic, Sr., Elder (240) 691-9237 or Brother William Davis, Elder (240) 691-9238.

TN: The Double Springs Church (www.dscoc.com) is looking for a minister. Duties will include evangelizing through community outreach, ministering to the congregation, preaching, and teaching Bible classes. Prior experience in ministry is preferred and salary is negotiable based upon experience.  The position could be filled as full-time, part-time, or bi-vocational. Double Springs Church of Christ is located in the growing community of Cookeville, which is conveniently situated about an hour east of Nashville. They have a typical attendance of around 175 persons with four elders, five deacons, an associate minister, and a youth minister. Applicants should send inquiries, resumes, and a video (or link to online video) of teaching/preaching to: Chris Cassetty, mrbaseball@charter.net. Contact him at 931 260-6851. 

KY/TN: Chris King is moving to work with the Huntingdon church. This leaves the Lebanon, KY pulpit open. Learn more about the church there on their website.

TN: The Walter Hill congregation is actively searching for a preacher/evangelist/minister.  He will work closely with the Eldership and other ministers to provide leadership for and be actively involved in Walter Hill church ministry activities and events. Preferred qualifications: At least three years full-time preaching experience; Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies. Their current preacher, Paul Norwood is retiring after 25 years preaching at Walter Hill and will continue as the part-time associate. They have about 300 members, four elders, and a full-time youth minister. Please send resume to jobs@walterhillchurch.com. For more information, visit our website at https://walterhillchurch.com. Walter Hill is in Murfreesboro and about 25 miles from Nashville. 

AL: The Farley church in Huntsville seeks to hire a full-time pulpit minister. Farley is a congregation of about 70 with three elders, one deacon, and a part-time youth minister. Experienced, married man preferred, but all candidates will be considered. Bible degree or other spiritual education preferred. Email resume to Wesley Key at wesleykey@live.com, 256 508-8541. 

TX: The 37th Street congregation in Snyder is looking for a preacher. They offer a competitive salary, have no debt and about 150 in attendance, with some young families. See attachment for details. 

TN: The Nashville Road Church in Gallatin is looking for a full-time youth and family minister to help encourage and build up their youth group. They are a congregation of 170-190 in attendance prior to covid with a current average attendance of 100-130 with many more watching via live stream. Please send resumes to secnashroad@comcast.net.

TN: The East Main congregation in Murfreesboro, TN is searching for a Family and Youth Minister.  The elders of East Main continue to believe that the families play a pivotal role in the development of our youth so the person chosen for this position will be working hand in hand with parents eager to assist with the various activities we are involved in.  The man who is hired in this important role will join a team of other ministers, including our pulpit minister and our college minister.  Murfreesboro is a fast-growing city and is the home of Middle Tennessee State University which has close to 22,000 students enrolled and is the largest undergraduate university in the state of Tennessee.  East Main was planted in Murfreesboro over 150 years ago and continues to stand for the Truth.  Send all resumes/applications to eastmainelders@gmail.comand they will be dispersed to all elders for review.

TN: The Riverdale Church in Murfreesboro is seeking an “experienced minister who is knowledgeable of the scriptures and has effective preaching, teaching, and interpersonal skills.” They are a church of above 30 members. The current minister is leaving on good terms. They do not have elders or deacons. This is a part-time position that they hope will grow into full-time work. Benefits include paid time off including vacation, personal time, and time off to conduct gospel meetings and/or speak at other congregations. Submit resume, references, and links to recent sermons to the search team at: riverdalecoc@gmail.com by November 30, 2021.

AR: The Farmington church is looking for a Youth & Family Minister. They are nestled in the Boston Mountains of the Ozarks, NW Arkansas. Responsibilities will include; teaching, coordinating events, must be able to navigate the internet with the ability to upload programs to the church’s web page. They are a congregation of about 235 -250 with four elders and twelve deacons. The candidate “must have an impeccable work ethic, references, including past history track record.? Please send resume to Mike Raine PO Box 358 41 W. Main St Farmington, AR. 72730 If the would like a full job description contact Sarah at 497 445-4791 or email at: fcocmain@gmail.com.

WV: The Kanawha City Church located on the outskirts of Charleston is seeking a full-time minister to “lead the congregation and help us increase in knowledge, grow spiritually, serve joyfully, and attend faithfully, which ultimately brings others to Christ.” Their attendance is roughly 60-70 attendees on Sunday, post-COVID, with two elders and six deacons. The church website is at www.kccofc.org. The church provides an experience-commensurate salary, health care benefits, and insurance plan. Contact Richard Walker, 304 925-7435 or office@kccofc.org, for more information or to receive a full minister position description.

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