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TX/TN: Scoop to Neil Pollard: Bud Woodall is leaving Northeast church in Albuquerque and is the new preacher at Portland, TN. Learn more about Northeast at https://www.necofc.org/.

OK: The position for pulpit minister at the Vinita Church of Christ is filled by Dale Graham.

NC/WV: Jerrod Doss will be the new preacher at the Gastonia Church of Christ beginning October 1.  He is moving from the church in Dunbar. Scoop to elder Steve Malone.

TN: Scoop to Craig Lynch. The Fosterville Church of Christ is looking for a pulpit minister. Here is their website: https://fosterville.churchofchrist.info/, To apply contact lynchcabin@united.net.

AL: Don Willams with the self-scoop. Let’s just use his note on this: “Recently I met with our wonderful Board of Directors and discussed with them about our future Retirement plans. It was decided that I will continue to work until the fall of 2023 and then retire. Meanwhile, the Board will be looking for someone to come on board and work with me and then take my place. Resumes and/or questions about the work can be emailed to Doug Carmack, Board Vice-Chairman doug@shoalsarea.com, or  Richard White, Chairman rcwhite2@aol.com. This is a great work that I have been able to be a part of for 15 years and I wholeheartedly endorse this great ministry and work.  We are also looking for house parents for a girls home and would love to talk with you about this position about this good work. You can email me at donwill55@yahoo.com.” We are thankful for the work Don has done at the Children’s Home.

TN:The Millington Church of Christ in Millington, Tennessee is currently searching for a full time Youth Minister. We are looking for a married young couple to come and join with us as our church (and youth group) continues to grow, as we have gained nearly a hundred members in the last year. Currently, we are a church of 200-250 members with a Youth Group of about 30 teens. You can email your resume to one of the elders at millingtoncoc@gmail.com. Please pray for our search."

MS/FL: This self-scoop to Byron Smith. He has accepted the position of Outreach/Discipleship Minister at the San Jose Church of Christ in Jacksonville. He leaves his role as Director of Gulf Coast Bible Camp.

TN: The North Jackson church is receiving inquiries to fill their youth minister position. “The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong biblical teaching ability and have a natural rapport with youth and their families. With the support of a highly involved group of youth deacons and parents, he will serve as a catalyst for spiritual growth, friendship, and outreach.” To learn more and for a more thorough description of the role, please submit a letter of interest and resume to  info@northjacksonchurchofchrist.com.

OH: The Milford Heights congregation in Loveland (35 minutes from Cincinnati) is looking for a full time minister to teach, preach, and to spiritually lead. This is a smaller group with an excellent representation of ages and is currently taking steps for growth. “This is a relaxed congregation with a passion for learning, growing, reflecting God's love.” If you are interested please send your resume, cover letter, and any questions you may have to milfordheightscoc@gmail.com.

AL: The Shiloh Church of Christ is looking for a minister. Shiloh is located in Green Hill. Green Hill is an hour west of Huntsville, Alabama and two hours south of Nashville, Tennessee. The church at Shiloh is currently shepherded by three men and also has a full-time Youth Minister. The elders are seeking the following:◦A man who loves God, His Word and the church.◦At least 3-5 years of preaching experience.◦Sound Biblical teaching◦Involvement in the Green Hill community.  If you are interested in being a part of the church family at Shiloh, please contact Danny Jenkins at 256 627-3775.

TN: Leoma church in southern middle Tennessee, is actively searching for a family minister to join her ministry staff consisting of one full-time minister and secretary. The congregation at Leoma has an average attendance of 250-275 and is currently led by four elders and ten deacons. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated man who is willing to work with all ages of the congregation with an emphasis on young adults and young families. He will work directly with deacons assigned to each area of ministry, summer interns, assist in teaching Bible classes of various ages, competently substitute preach when needed, and other duties as required. For more information contact Johnny Hooker 931 242-0973 or jhooker.vfl01@gmail.com.

TN: Scoop to Johnny Trail. The Christiana church is seeking a full-time preacher to help them grow. They are just south of Murfreesboro in a rapidly expanding community with tons of opportunity for growth. Average attendance is around 30 each week. Their facilities include an educational building with three functioning classrooms as well as a teacher workspace, a multi-purpose building for fellowship activities, and a main building with an auditorium, nursery, cry room, and additional classroom spaces. “Duties would include, but not limited to: Preaching, Sunday and Wednesday Bible class teaching and edification and outreach activities.” Please contact Ronnie Lokey if interested, 931 312-0886. Resumes can be sent to ramlokey@yahoo.com or Christiana Church of Christ, P.O. Box 45, Christiana, TN 37037.

AL: Self-scoop to Sean Cooley: He has accepted the position at the Ringgold Church and will be leaving Hamilton Crossroads in Brundidge at the end of November. Here are Sean own words about HCR: “Hamilton Crossroads is a loving family with people eager to work. The church is located 15 minutes south of Troy, AL. Lately, we have become involved with the local schools and begun a Wednesday Community Meal which has brought in visitors, local travel ball teams, and other groups within the community into our facilities. The position comes with a parsonage, but best of all a leadership and family looking to build for the future.” I (Dale), too, worked at Hamilton Crossroads, it’s a great place. Please send resumes with links to sermons to David Miles or Harry Sanders (Elders) at davidmileshxr@gmail.com or sanders_36010@yahoo.com.

AK: Scoop to Jerry Carmichael. The Eielson Church of Christ in North Pole (Moose Creek) is looking for a preacher. They are a small, self-supporting congregation with no elders. Being located near Eielson Air Force Base, they desire a minister with military experience or veteran who understands and knows how to reach and work with Active Duty and ANG military members and their and their families. AFB Eielson AFB brings approximately 8,000 souls to the local area. Duties/Responsibilities/Characteristics: -Someone who is biblically and doctrinally sound with a proven ability to preach, teach, organize and lead an evangelist outreach program. - Deliver sermons Sunday morning and evening, also teach adult classes on Sunday morning and Wednesday evening. - Have a passion for saving lost souls and a strong desire to equip and restore the saints. - Help plan and implement programs and activities for the spiritual and numerical growth of our congregation. - Energetic/outgoing personality who can communicate easily with people of all ages, genders, and ethnicities. - Provide spiritual counseling for congregation members when needed. - Work closely with church secretary to publish a weekly church bulletin. They own a three bedroom/two bath home adjacent to the building and  provide all utilities. Applicants should be aware that North Pole is located in interior Alaska where winter temperatures can drop to minus 50 degrees. There is mostly darkness during the winter months and mostly sunlight, warm weather, and mosquitoes during the short summers. Popular activities include hunting, fishing, and exploring the beautiful mountains and scenery. Interested applicants should email (preferred) or mail a resume, family photo, list of references (at least 3) and an audio or video of a recent sermon. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Eielson Church of Christ Attention: Preacher Committee 3445 Old Richardson Highway North Pole, AK 99705-6908 ecoc907@gmail.com. Jeff, Dale and our dad conducted a workshop at Eielson 25 years ago, good people.  

OK: Self-scoop to Chris Kidwell. He is stepping down as the pulpit minister for the Bridge Creek Church of Christ. Learn more about Bridge Creek at bridgecreekchurchofchrist.org.

NC: The Northwest Church of Christ in Greensboro is in search for its first full-time minister. They have grown to be a congregation of around 60-70 and have an active eldership. Two former preachers stand ready for support of new preacher. They want a man who is “a good student of the Word, evangelistic, and eager for church growth.” Send cover letter, resume, video link to nwminister@gmail.com or contact 704 315-7068. Learn more about them at https://nwchurchofchrist.com/.

TN: The Hermitage Springs Church of Christ is looking for a bi-vocation minister to preach each Sunday morning, including teaching the Adult Bible School Class. Hermitage Springs Church of Christ is over 180 years old, with an average attendance ranging from 45 to 55. The congregation is looking for a preacher committed to God's Word and who will help provide leadership to this established church. Please call Brian Gass 615 888-7379 or bgass@nctc.com for more information. The plan is to have someone hired by or before January 1, 2023. The church is located at 295 Hermitage Springs Road, Red Boiling Springs, TN 37150.

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