Associate Pastor, Church Planter

Church & Missions Full Time

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Initial immersion in the structure, culture, vision, mission, and values of First Presbyterian Church

  • Work with the core team to cultivate relationships, establish leadership and develop a strategy for the west side

  • Prepare and preach sermons at the Church Plant and/or FPCO

  • Disciple the Church Plant through prayer and bible studies

  • Establish a discipleship structure for the members of the church plant

  • Train, equip and support group members in establishing evangelistic efforts

  • Assist with the administrative details related to the church plant (building, website, office, denominational paperwork)

  • Train covenant partners in community engagement and evangelism

  • Attend regular leadership, staff, and Session meetings

REQUIREMENTS

  • Ordained EPC Pastor (or approved by Ministerial Committee as ready for ordination)

  • Master of Divinity degree required

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Possess a strong and abiding faith in Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior, spiritual maturity, and a commitment to a Christian lifestyle.

  • Relational and engaging personality to introduce people in the community by sharing the gospel and making them aware of God’s love for them.

  • An ability to work with people of varying ethnicities, socio-economic levels, and generations

  • Have an obvious commitment to and passion for prayer, personally and corporately

  • A demonstrated plan for self-care and personal renewal even as he/she gives so much to others

  • Excellent leadership, administrative, organizational, and communication skills

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively present information and respond to inquiries from staff, leaders, or congregation

  • Able to support and communicate the vision, mission, and values of FPCO

Interested candidates should contact Tamara Muhlbach, HR Director at tmuhlbach@fpco.org

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