CALL PROCESS
Learn More about our Call Process
Learn More about our
Call Process
The process of calling a pastor is a special time for our church community. We, as members, (1 Peter 2:9) pray and seek God’s guidance to find the right person for the job (Acts 20:28). It’s not just about hiring someone available. Our call committee, who represents us, will suggest someone to the Senior Executive Director of Ministries. Then, together, we’ll pick a pastor who will lead us in fulfilling Christ’s mission for our church (Luke 19:10).
211 Sumner Worship Community Pastor
We are in the process of finding our next 211 Sumner Worship Community Pastor.
Role of Congregation Members
Pray for our Call Recommendation Committee, lay leadership board and staff leaders.
Provide nominations of candidates to be considered.
Pray for God to prepare the way and heart of our future pastor and his family.
Stay informed by reading the eNews for available updates from the Call Recommendation Committee.
Role of Senior Executive Director of Ministries
Pray for God’s guidance and direction.
Review and update job description if necessary.
Select members to our Call Recommendation Committee.
Lead the interview process.
Recommend a name to the congregation.
What We Are Looking For
As we start our call process, we invite you to view the job description by clicking below and submit a name for consideration. Names are submitted by the congregation, staff, and our LCMS District, then reviewed by the President of the Nebraska District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Please submit names for consideration by August 31.
Timeline
Timeline is estimated. It will be updated when we have information to share
- June 2026 - Pastor Hutton announces he has accepted a call to Faith Community Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- August 2026 - Names are received by the congregation, staff, and District for review and consideration.
- August 2026 - The Call Recommendation Committee is formed by Pastor Michael Eckelkamp.
- September 2026 - Names are received and returned to the District for a formal review and request for PIFs and SETs, along with notification of eligibility.
- September 2026 - Call Recommendation Committee is officially formed and holds its first meetings to review expectations of the group. Pastor Michael reviews remaining names after the District review.
- More updates to come
Questions?
ntIf you have any questions, contact Michael Eckelkamp, Senior Executive Director of Ministries, or Autumn Crable, Executive Director of Engagement.