NON-DENOMINATIONAL METHODIST/WESLEYAN

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 900

Meet Christ United Jackson

At Christ United Jackson, we believe the best way to grow is to be part of a group and find community. We gather in groups to share life together, study God’s word, apply it to our lives, pray together, support each other, and find a safe place to share the joys and struggles of life. According to the Bible, you can’t grow without community. At Christ United Jackson, our ministries are completely focused on helping you find your community. 

Every week, we gather to honor God through worship and a message by one of our pastors. We know that everyone worships differently, which is why we provide both modern and traditional service options and offer a livestream.

If you're new to Christ United Jackson or are considering joining us for a service, we hope you'll find a place where you will be warmly welcomed and accepted. You matter to God—and you matter to us, too! Whether you are a long-time Christian or a seeker who is just beginning to ask questions about Christ, you are welcome here!

About the Senior Pastor

The Lead Pastor at Christ United Jackson will provide leadership and vision for the members of the church and for the leaders of our congregation (staff, pastoral team, lay people in elected positions). The Lead Pastor will help Christ United serve our community and the communities represented by and within our congregation. This leader will be a dynamic yet traditional leader with views rooted in Scripture, prayer, and the Wesleyan tradition. A successful Lead Pastor is one who will value the long and distinguished legacy of our church, but also possess the vision to guide us forward as part of the Kingdom of God.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Senior Pastor:

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree with a Master of Divinity and/or a Master of Arts/Theology (or another equivalent degree) from an accredited evangelical theological seminary or its equivalent, required.
• Work experience comparable to leading large teams of staff for at least 10 years, with multiple years of senior leadership experience as a Senior/Lead Pastor, preferably, or as an Associate Pastor on a large church staff, required.
• Proven history of leading a large congregation, which resulted in growth in membership, giving, discipleship, and mission (locally and globally).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• A Wesleyan theological perspective
• Capable of consistently delivering dynamic, engaging, and challenging sermons that are inspired by the Holy Spirit, biblically-based, and that reinforce our congregational mission.
• Able to preach and teach biblically with a variety of styles that speak to a wide range of people within a large congregation in both traditional and contemporary worship settings, so that people are equipped to navigate the complex challenges of life.
• Must fully align with Christ United’s “spiritual DNA” as expressed in our mission, values, and Statement of Faith/Theological Foundation documents.
• Able to work with a competent, established staff and lead our staff spiritually and strategically by modeling our core values.
• Capable of delegating responsibilities to appropriate staff members with regard to responsibilities such as visitation, counseling, pastoral care, weddings, and funerals.
• Possess the necessary skills for leading a large congregation.
• Possess the ability to work well with others.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

• Must exemplify a healthy spiritual and personal connection in personal life and family.
• “Life-long learner” – someone committed to ongoing personal and spiritual growth.
• Regularly practices spiritual disciplines such as prayer, Bible study, a rule of life, etc, and participates annually in opportunities for continuing growth and development.
• Personal and moral integrity and honesty.
• Open to listening to/learning from others.
• Models biblical generosity and stewardship for our congregation.

What it's like to live in Jackson, MS

Jackson is the state capital and largest city in Mississippi. Its slogan, “City with Soul,” embodies Jackson’s rich history while paving the way for its prosperous future. Jackson takes pride in its southern culture and traditions, with food being at the top of the list. There are dozens of restaurants throughout the city that vary from casual, outdoor dining at Aplos or Keifers, to the fine dining of Elvie’s and Walker’s Drive-In, which have each been featured in numerous national publications.

Jackson is a true hub city, located just two and a half hours from Memphis, which is to the north, and New Orleans to the south, and it is six hours from Dallas to the west and Atlanta to the east. Jackson appeals to families and young professionals alike with affordable cost of living, short commute times, blooming neighboring cities, and easy access to some of the south’s most exciting destinations. 

The state has a deep music and literary history. As the birthplace of BB King, Elvis, and the blues, the only Grammy Museum outside of Los Angeles is located in the Mississippi Delta city of Cleveland - a couple of hours up the road from Jackson. William Faulkner, Eudora Welty, Richard Wright, and Willie Morris each called Mississippi home, and to celebrate that literary tradition, the Mississippi Book Festival started its annual Literary Lawn Party at the State Capitol Building in 2015 with more than 3,700 attendees.

The city’s re-urbanization has created new pockets of development both downtown and in the nearby neighborhoods of Fondren, Belhaven, and LeFleur East. Fondren is a young and artsy neighborhood and Belhaven is a quaint and historic neighborhood, which is considered to be one of the most architecturally diverse neighborhoods in the US. Finally, LeFleur East in northeast Jackson is home to Highland Village, a high-end shopping center, and “The District,” a mixed-use hub for work, living, and entertainment. Both have an array of wonderful restaurants, which include indoor and outdoor dining. 

Jackson is home to several nationally-recognized companies such as Bomgar, which was recently named by Inc. as one of the fasted growing private companies in America for the eighth consecutive year, CSpire, which is the largest privately-held wireless communications provider in the nation, and EdgeTheory, which is a cutting edge conversation media company with clients that range from Neiman Marcus to the Mayo Clinic. Moreover, the city hosts two business incubators, Mantle in Fondren and Coalesce downtown, to foster the next generation of Mississippi business leaders.

In short, Jackson’s many unique and diverse qualities