The Foursquare Church is actively seeking a catalytic church planter with strong leadership and a heart for rural and small-town ministry to launch a new work in Effingham, Illinois. This is a ground-floor opportunity for a pioneering leader with vision, grit, and a deep passion for making disciples and multiplying kingdom impact.

Effingham, known as the “Crossroads of Opportunity,” is a welcoming Midwestern community located at the intersection of I-57 and I-70. With its blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, Effingham is ripe for a vibrant, Spirit-led ministry presence.

Ministry Objectives

• Plant and lead a new Foursquare church that reflects the close-knit, family-oriented values of the Effingham community
• Cultivate a culture of worship, prayer, discipleship and mission
• Establish community partnerships and local outreach initiatives
• Foster a welcoming space for spiritual seekers, families and long-time residents alike
• Raise up local leaders to share in ministry and mission

Ideal Candidate

• A visionary leader with a catalytic, entrepreneurial mindset
• Passionate about bringing the Gospel to rural and small-town contexts
• Relationally gifted, able to connect with people from all walks of life
• A disciple-maker, committed to raising up leaders and launching ministries
• Spirit-led, grounded in prayer, Scripture and dependence on the Holy Spirit
• Willing and able to begin in a bi-vocational capacity

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensing with The Foursquare Church
• Proven leadership and ministry experience (church planting experience is a plus)
• Commitment to Foursquare doctrine, mission and values
• Ability to work bi-vocationally in the early stages of church development
• Excellent communication and relational skills
• A heart for the Great Commission and Great Commandment
• Gifted in building authentic relationships, cultivating discipleship pathways and raising up local leaders

Why Effingham?

• Community Spirit: A warm, neighborly town where people take care of each other
• Strategic Location: Serves as a regional hub, attracting people from surrounding towns
• Lifestyle: Enjoy beautiful parks, local festivals, arts and culture and strong schools
• Mission Potential: The crossroad setting provides a unique opportunity to reach both transients and long-term residents with the Gospel

If you are a catalytic leader with a heart to see church revitalization and city transformation, we invite you to prayerfully consider joining us in Effingham, Ill. To apply or request more information, please contact Caleb Ingrum at CIngrum@foursquare.org.