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Pastor Resumes
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The word pastor is derived from the Hebrew word for a Sheppard and refers to the leader of a Christian congregation. In the United States a pastor is most often Protestant, but the term can be used to refer to a Roman Catholic or other orthodox Christian leader. Most pastors are ordained ministers but not all denominations require that pastors be ordained. The rules for ordination vary by sect since some Christian denominations require a 4 year theology degree and others do not require any formal training. Pastors teach their congregations the tenets of Christianity, offer spiritual comfort and support, and lead fund raising and volunteer work.
About Sample Pastor Resume
In most well established Christian churches, the decision to ordain a pastor and assign him or her to a church is made by a committee or leadership board. A well presented resume is vital when many people are making the decision to hire an employee. Sample pastor resumes are available at no charge online and can be used for some visual guidance when it comes to writing your own. Your resume will often be your first impression for the hiring board and it is important that it is attractive and well presented.
How to Write a Pastor Resume
Education is always an important factor and whether it is formal or informal, the details of your education should be presented in your resume. Include the names and address of all learning institutions which you attended and any degrees and certifications which were earned. Note the date that you became a member of the church and your reasons for choosing to become a pastor. Your participation within the church including service on church boards or committees should be noted.
Any past experience in church leadership including lay preaching or missionary work should be included in the resume. Participation in community outreach programs and evangelical work to increase church membership is important. Membership in secular community associations and experience in community leadership should be noted. Personal and business references with their contact information should also be included in the resume.
Pastor Job Description
Pastors lead their congregations in charitable and church work and may be responsible for the day to day business operations of the church including the disbursement of funds. Pastors offer spiritual and practical counseling to church members and a background in psychology or counseling is helpful. They compose sermons that teach their congregations church tenets and they preach at one or more church services per week. They are responsible for administering church sacraments including baptism, communion, confirmation, marriage and last rites. Some large congregations may have assistant pastors to help with some or all of the pastoral duties.
Pastor Salaries
Pastor salaries in the United States averaged between $37,000 and $66,000 per year in 2009. These salaries did not include additional benefits provided by some churches. Larger congregations may provide housing for the pastor and his family. Many churches offer family medical insurance for their pastors and congregation members may give cash gifts to pastors when they perform sacraments like weddings and funerals.
The job outlook for pastors is dependent on their denomination. Some churches are facing a shortage of qualified pastors while others have more than they can employ. Pastors can find work in hospitals, counseling centers and community programs as well as within the church. Competition for pastor positions in large urban congregations is keen and positions with small rural congregations are much easier to obtain.
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