First Presbyterian Church Ozark – Worship leader or Pastor

Located in the beautiful Northwester part of Arkansas, we are a multi-generational small, conservative, congregation dedicated to local and global missions. We believe in one true and living God who is the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Worship is central to our faith and evangelism is central to discipleship. We are a small congregation with the potential to grow. Our church is located in a small town located on the Arkansas River surrounded by beauty and a peaceful laidback life style. The town offers great schools and is considered to be the center of outdoor recreational opportunities. We can offer a wonderful place to live and work with a caring congregation, but only a small salary. Ozark is a town surviving the economy but our church is not surviving the bad publicity form the changes the PCUSA is going through.

We invite you to open communication with us to let our wonderful Lord guide us in negotiations. Our pastor will retire in December.

Elder: Rex Anderson
First Presbyterian Church Ozark
Ozark, AR 72949
randerson@centurytel.com

First Presbyterian Church of Waynesboro, Virginia – Full time Associate Pastor

Located in downtown Waynesboro we are a multi-generational congregation dedicated to local and global missions.  We believe in one true and living God who is the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Worship is central to our faith and evangelism is central to discipleship.  We are called to the Great Commission.   Our vision is “To make the word of God fully known…that we may present everyone mature in Christ.” (Colossians 1:25-28)

Partnering with an experienced pastor, eager to be a colleague in ministry, this person will enjoy being a team player, communicating daily and working closely with the pastor to ensure that ministries support the message from the pulpit.   This person has management experience and can assist the pastor in directing the church staff and ministry team leaders. 
 Shared responsibilities are providing pastoral care, officiating occasionally at weddings and funerals and preaching when called upon, approximately 10 times per year at three services on Sunday morning  (and at other times).  This person will have the opportunity to teach in small groups, Sunday school and conduct the Confirmation class.
The Associate Pastor will have the opportunity to share his/her contagious faith, implementing discipleship opportunities to encourage and challenge believers to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.  This person will provide leadership and organization to adult, youth, and children’s ministries, developing curriculum, training staff and lay leaders to encourage persons of varying ages and stages of spiritual development.  The associate pastor will nurture and provide resources to small group meetings for study and fellowship and assist in the development and maintenance of additional small groups.
First Presbyterian seeks a warm, creative, and energetic associate pastor who is a person of integrity whose life reflects grace, hope, humility, and humor and is a person with the skills of listening patiently, speaking clearly and caring deeply.  He/she has the ability to teach and preach God’s Word articulately and effectively.

Contact Person: Jim Heafner
APNC Chair
First Presbyterian Church
Waynesboro, VA 22980
remoteriversalaska@hotmail.com

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BAKERSFIELD, CA – Director of Pre-Teen/Sports Ministries

First Presbyterian Church of Bakersfield, CA is an active and growing downtown congregation of 1000 active members. We seek a Christ-centered leader who can provide leadership and oversight to our Pre-Teen / Sports Ministries. The position works with youth and childrens' ministry teams, sharing an Administrator of Student Ministries for support. This person will be directly responsible for our 4-6 grade fellowship, a weekly After School program, and a Sports ministry including Upward Basketball, indoor soccer, and men's basketball. This position is accountable to the Executve Pastor and the church's CE Committee.

We seek someone who feels called specifically to Youth Ministry. Must be a capable organizer, recruiter, and a Christian of both emotional and faithful maturity.

Position Available Immediately. Send information to Laurie@fpweb.org

STOW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, STOW, OH – Director of Christian Discipleship

The Director of Christian Discipleship is a full-time salaried position which oversees the programs and activities of adult, youth, and children's discipleship. Responsibilities would include:

• Recruit, train, and retain quality volunteer directors to oversee the following areas: Infants and Toddlers, Pre-school, Primary, Intermediate, Middle School, High School, College, Women, Men, Families, Adult Bible Fellowships, Wednesday evening program, and Vacation Bible School.
• Assist department directors (ministry staff) to recruit, train, and retain quality volunteers to serve in teaching and support roles.
• Initiate, develop, and promote new ministry programs and activities within the framework of the mission of the church and the individual ministries.
• Coordinate and supply existing and ongoing programs and activities.
• Promote a team atmosphere among the volunteers through communication, encouragement, and education.
• Develop policies and procedures with ministry staff as needed.
• Maintain professional and equipping relationships with church staff, ministry volunteers, and participating families.
• Resolve conflicts as needed.
• Serve as liaison to the Pastor and church staff for the Discipleship ministries

This position requires a mature Christ-follower with excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizations skills. The director must be able to effectively recognize, recruit, train and retain quality volunteers for the ministries' activities, as well as analyze ministry progress in terms of mission focus, program quality, and participation levels. The Director must be able to interact effectively with people as volunteers, as program participants, and as parents of program participants. The director must be creative, able to recognize good ideas, and capable of resolving conflicts while maintaining relationships. The director must also be fiscally accountable, able to handle multiple overlapping responsibilities, and produce high-quality work within budget. The Director must also agree to the Essentials of Our Faith located on the church's website.

Stow Presbyterian Church is an independent Presbyterian Church with a church family of 375 and is affiliated with the New Wineskins Association of Churches. Salary will be between $30,000 to $40,000 based on experience and abilities. The position does not include benefits. Email resume and cover letter to kellyspc@ameritech.net, or mail to: Stow Presbyterian Church, Attn: DCD Position, 4150 Fishcreek Road, Stow, OH 44224. No phone calls.

FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, COVINGTON, LA - Pastor

Located about an hour away from New Orleans on what is commonly called the North Shore of Lake Pontchartrain among the growing and thriving tri-communities of Madisonville, Mandeville, and Covington. Faith Presbyterian is a congregation of about 100 members that seeks an ordained pastor who believes, preaches, and teaches the Bible as the infallible Word of God in the Reformed Tradition. Candidates should be either ordained in the EPC or eligible to be ordained in the EPC. Present worship style is traditional with some contemporary elements using a variety of music. Responsibilities include the ministerial duties of preaching, teaching, and ministering to the needs of the congregation through pastoral care, visitation, and counseling. Our current staff consists of a full time office administrator and children's ministry director. The congregation formed in January 2000 and is worshiping and serving in their newly constructed sanctuary and classroom buildings on eight acres of land. Candidates who are led by God to consider the opportunity to serve are encouraged to submit the EPC PIF (PDF format please) to Search Committee Co-Chairs James Slaton at jslaton2001@gmail.com and Scott Haynes at scottyandtiff@yahoo.com. For a copy of the Church Information Form click here.

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