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EPC Opportunity List

Updated November 5, 2009

Seeking a Pastor

BETHLEHEM STELTZ REFORMED CHURCH, GLEN ROCK, PA - seeking a Solo Pastor who loves Christ, loves the people of Christ and has a servant¹s heart. The new pastor will be a man who is well grounded in the Word of God, has a vision for discipleship and evangelism and has a passion for expository preaching. Looking for a shepherd who will help make this small congregation a lighthouse for Christ in their growing rural community. Founded in 1794, Bethlehem Steltz is a Evangelical Presbyterian Church congregation of about 100 members located on the Mason-Dixon Line in south-central Pennsylvania about 20 miles south of York, PA and 35 miles north of Baltimore, MD. Interested candidates should submit a completed PIF to Search Committee Chairman Stan Smith, 21224 Gunpowder Road, Millers, MD 21102 or e-mail .

CASTANEA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, STANLEY, NC - a small, session led, congregation in the Lucia community established in 1853 is seeking a full-time Pastor. A pastor who believes, preaches and teaches the Bible as the infallible Word of God and who has compassion for God’s people. Responsibilities include the duties of preaching, teaching, visitation and counseling. For a complete job description, click here. A copy of the Church Information Form is also available by clicking here. EPC ordination or eligibility for ordination is required. Interested candidates should send their Personal Information Forms by November 15, 2009 to Search Committee Chair Julie Cox by e-mail to or through the US mail to 2557 Stanley Lucia Road, Mount Holly, NC 28120.

FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, COVINGTON, LA - 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 or eligible for ordaination 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. 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 (in PDF format please) to Search Committee Co-Chairs James Slaton at and Scott Haynes at . For a copy of the Church Information Form click here.

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN, LAREDO, TX - A family of passionate followers of Christ, seeking a full-time Pastor who is an effective and motivated speaker and teacher, biblically based, and compassionate for God's people to lead an active 40 member congregation on the Mexican border. Our church, though small in number, sponsors 9 national and international missionaries, and is a regular host of city-wide church gatherings. The pastor will lead and plan worship services, moderate session meetings, visit the sick, and be actively involved in cultivating relationships with other denominations. The church's website www.firstpreslaredo.com provides an excellent picture of our church history (celebrated 125 years in Laredo on August 6, 2006) current mission, purpose, and programs, and our vision for the future. Contact or send PIF form to the chair of our Search Committee, Liz Anguiano at or by fax: (956) 753-9429.

FORKS OF THE BRANDYWINE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, GLENMOORE, PA - Looking for a Solo Pastor to lead and shepherd its 200 member congregation. Founded in 1735, the church is located 40 miles west of the city of Philadelphia in Chester County. While the congregation is currently largely middle aged and older, they seek to become part of the missional, evangelical, Reformed Presbyterian EPC of the 21st Century. They look to open their hearts and doors to the community, especially young families, so experience in guiding outreach is desired. The new pastor will be an ordained minister currently serving or who has served in parish ministry. He will be strongly grounded in the Bible as the inerrant Word of God, skilled in the expository preaching of the Gospel, able to teach in the best Reformed tradition, and be a mature believer who has cultivated a close, devotional relationship with God. A compassionate servant-leader, he will also be able to model, encourage and nurture the spiritual life of the congregation. Click here for a copy of the Forks Church Information Form. Interested candidates should submit a completed EPC PIF by either electronic copy to or mail to Mr. Glenn McClintock, Chairman, Pastor Search Committee, Forks of the Brandywine Presbyterian Church, 1648 Horseshoe Pike, Glenmoore, Pennsylvania 19343.

HUDSON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, HUDSON, OHIO -- seeks a Senior Pastor to lead their congregation and is dedicated to growing more in the image of Jesus Christ, sharing the Good News with all who will hear, and witnessing to God's redemptive love in our world through our words and deeds.

General Responsibilities:

Primary responsibility of the Pastor to be the spiritual leader, role model, teacher and shepherd of the congregation.
To work closely with the Session in formulating vision and strategy based on God’s leading for Hudson Presbyterian Church.
Manage the Church on behalf of the Session by overseeing, directing, and supporting direct reports to accomplish the church's mission and vision.
Primary management and oversight duties over the church staff.
Conscientiously engage in the oversight of teaching, mission, community, and prayer ministry on behalf of the church.

Other position responsibilities:

Preach and lead worship of the church
Visit the sick, elderly, bereaved and shut-ins
Counsel church members as requested
Serve as moderator of the session
Attend and provide resources to committees
Provide leadership and training for members
Provide future planning
Provide membership outreach
Strengthen stewardship and provide leadership in stewardship efforts
Represent the church in the community
Remain active in EPC and New Wineskins

For a detailed job description and to learn more about the church, please visit http://www.hudsonpc.org. Interested candidates should submit a resume and PIF to .

KISHWAUKEE EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, STILLMAN VALLEY, IL -- Prayerfully seeking an Interim Pastor to guide them through the transition from their previous pastor of four years to the pastor God has already picked out to lead them into the future. It is their belief that God will use this interim period for spiritual growth. The ideal candidate would have successfully served as an interim pastor, but inquiries from all who strongly hear God's call to serve during this time in the church are welcome. Both full-time and part-time candidates will be considered.

The church is located in northern Illinois approximately 15 miles southwest of Rockford, IL and approximately 90 miles from Chicago. Membership is approximately 460 with weekly worship attendance averaging about 320. In 2008 Kishwaukee EPC followed God's leading out of the PCUSA and into the Evangelical Presbyterian. The church website is http://www.kishonline.org.

Interested applicants should contact Bob Prusator of the Interim Search Committee by e-mail at or phone (815) 645-8801.

MT. PLEASEANT COMMUNITY CHURCH, MT. PLEASANT, MI – Searching for a new Senior Pastor who is gifted, experienced, and called to the following roles: Leader, Visionary, Communicator, Team Leader, Organization-builder, Discipler/Equipper and Community Member. Mt. Pleasant Community Church was founded in 1980 out of an authentic desire to worship God and to share the love of God with the greater Mt. Pleasant community. They are committed to being a dynamic, biblical community that shares the redeeming love of Jesus Christ. Keywords that describe MPCC are grace-filled, diverse congregation, multigenerational, spirit of volunteerism, small groups, contemporary worship services, strong children’s ministry and growing family ministry. The complete Opportunity Profile can be found at the MPCC website at http://www.mpcc.org/SeniorPastorSearch/index.htm. For more information contact Tommy Thomas, Managing Director, SIMA®International at 615-261-4623.

NEW COVENANT EPC, BURGAW, NC -- searching for a Pastor who is grounded in the Word, open to the movement of the Holy Spirit while keeping services in order and able to teach the congregation in this area. Seeking a Pastor who will help them grow both physically and spiritually, and will stay through a building program. Previous youth experience would be helpful; youth leaders would benefit from ideas to help boost the youth program. The Pastor needs to be able to deal with any conflict that may arise, while staying focused on the vision of the church and able to sense God's timing in moving forward, specifically, by helping to set a start date for building a new facility on their 26 acres of property. The Pastor should be able to counsel those in need and maintain appropriate confidentiality. The Pastor should guide and, when necessary, lovingly discipline as well as be able to work in unity with the Session. Contact Mr. Greg McKoy, Chairman of the Pastor Search Committee by e-mail at or by phone at (910) 471-8731 or (910) 259-3256 for more information. Click here for a copy of New Covenant’s Church Information Form.

WARSAW EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, WARSAW, IN – seeking a Pastor for their church located in northern Indiana. The congregation of about 360 active members is ready to move forward to become a more missional, evangelistic outreach church. The church has strong ministries in place for men, women, and children and supports a number of missions locally and globally. They recognize that their members need to live out their faith more on a daily basis and most are ready to move in that direction. Seeking a dynamic preacher who is a strong Bible teacher as well as a skilled leader ready to help them move forward.

Greater Warsaw is an area of approximately 30,000 people and known as the “orthopedic capital of the world.” The city is in Kosciusko County (population 75,000) which offers many activities and more than 100 lakes. Families enjoy small town living with easy commutes to “big city amenities.” The church facility is in downtown Warsaw and houses the Presby Preschool with an annual enrollment of approximately 300 students. For a copy of their Church Information Form click here.

Interested candidates should submit a completed Personal Information Form to Larry Peppel, Chair of the Pastoral Search Team, at . Questions can be directed to Larry at 574-268-2228.

WOODLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, NEW ORLEANS, LA - located on the west bank of New Orleans, is seeking an ordained Pastor who is looking to build a church family that proclaims Christ and reflects His love. Woodland Presbyterian is an EPC church that is Christ centered, Bible based, and is mission minded with a congregation of about 250+ members. Candidates should be either ordained or eligible for ordination in the EPC. Woodland has both contemporary and traditional worship services. If you are being led by God to consider serving in the ripe ministry fields of New Orleans, please send your PIF to Woodland’s Pastor Nominating Team (PNT) at . Please feel free to check out the church on the web at http://www.wpcno.org.

Associate / Assistant Pastor

COVENANT CHURCH, WEST LAFAYETTE, IN – is seeking an Assistant Pastor – a learning and relating shepherd - to work with lay teams to 1) use classes and bible studies to integrate Biblical truth in daily life and 2) create opportunities to cultivate relationships of mutual support and encouragement. The church is located 3 miles from Purdue University and half of the weekly worship attendance of over 1000 is Purdue staff, faculty or student body. For more information contact Ministry Assistant Radonna Fiorini at .

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ROSEVILLE, ROSEVILLE, CA - seeks an Associate Pastor for Young Adult Ministries. Candidates should have or be close to completion of an M.Div. degree and be ordained or qualify for ordination in the EPC. Position responsibilities include:

General:

To effectively reach out to young adults (18–35 years of age) in their sphere of influence and to provide program and ministry opportunities for this age group
To develop college and young adult ministry leaders including possible future directors of those ministries
To provide Pastoral ministry and leadership as assigned

Additional Responsibilities:

Develop and grow college age ministries that develop a sense of community where they feel appreciated and valued, are challenged in their faith, allowing them to evaluate their own life so as to shape who they are in Christ under the authority of Scripture
Develop a venue that provides the opportunity to be real, and to participate in hands on ministry
Teach biblically with substance, reflect a grasp of current culture, and provide material that can be applied immediately
Plan and direct with MAT (Mission Action Team) mission experiences that include opportunities for young adults
Develop and direct ministries and activities for post-college age young adults
With other leaders, strategize and evaluate the need for a worship service that specifically appeals to college age and young adults
Provide leadership in FPC worship services
Various other pastoral duties including supervise Student Ministries Directors (Junior High and Senior High), preach 4 to 5 times per year, attend Presbytery meetings, provide staff support to the Mission Action Team and assist with serving communion monthly

Interested candidates should submit a completed Personal Information Form (PIF) to Kent MacDiarmid, Search Committee Chairman, at . For additional information visit https://www.fpcroseville.org/Associate-Pastor-Position-Information.html.

REYNOLDA CHURCH, WINSTON-SALEM, NC – seeking an experienced Associate Pastor for discipleship and pastoral care. The Associate Pastor will invest in Deacons and other lay ministers, to enhance a world class ministry of care and will disciple, encourage and strengthen small group leaders to multiply effectiveness and impact of discipleship ministry. Reynolda offers 3 contemporary services in a context of rich history emphasizing the centrality of good news in a shame-free environment in order to share the healing presence of Jesus. Reynolda’s DNA values the power of blessing, the presence of the Spirit in Kingdom ministry and a balance of grace and truth. About 1000 saints call Reynolda home. For more information contact Jeff Deaton at .

TRINITY EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, FLORENCE, SC - looking for a Youth Minister to coordinate the total spiritual/recreational program for student ministries. Averaging 30 to 40 teenagers each week with tremendous potential for growth, the program is currently divided into a middle school and high school ministry for ministry times and combined for trips and activities.

Trinity EPC is an elder-led congregation that allows freedom and leeway to the ministers to head in the direction God is leading. The church holds to Reformed Theology, the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Book of Order of the EPC. There are great facilities at your disposal, an excellent volunteer base to draw from and a dedicated adult leadership team ready to assist as you cast the vision for the ministry.

Specifically looking for someone who relates well to teenagers at the church as well as in their natural environments (school, athletic events, extra curricular activities, homes, etc.). A passion for discipling students in various ways is a must. Also, organizational skills, good program management abilities, a willingness to be a team player and to work well with the leadership are essential. For more information, visit http://www.trinityepc.com or contact Matt Walton at (843) 319-6122 .

Professional Staff

COLLEGE CORNER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, COLLEGE CORNER, OH – seeking a part-time (10 hours/week) Youth Leader to reach out to the youth in the community through the community center which opened within the last year. College Corner Presbyterian is a 135 member small town church located seven miles from Miami University in Oxford, OH. It is an inter-generational congregation with blended worship styles. There are small middle school/high school your groups. For more information contact Jason Bantz at (513) 839-0546.

COLLEGE CORNER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, COLLEGE CORNER, OH – seeking a part-time (10 hours/week) Worship Leader to lead them into greater worship/freedom. Vocal and piano or guitar skills required. College Corner Presbyterian is a 135 member small town church located seven miles from Miami University in Oxford, OH. It is an inter-generational congregation with blended worship styles. For more information contact Jason Bantz at (513) 839-0546.

FIRST EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN, RENTON, WA - seeking a full-time Assistant Director of Student Ministries effective June 16, 2008 who is a passionate, deeply committed disciple of Jesus Christ with a clear sense of calling to share His love with the junior high and senior high youth of the congregation and community. First EPC wants to develop a flagship youth ministry for their area that is both evangelical and discipleship oriented. First EPC holds to a reformed theological tradition and embraces both traditional and contemporary worship styles.

The successful candidate will assist in the development and implementation of a dynamic outreach-oriented youth ministry with primary emphasis on junior high students. Ministry responsibilities will also extend to the senior high and college age programs. The successful candidate should have a strong personal faith, good Biblical knowledge, strong people skills, high energy and a heart for youth. Looking for a team player open to mentoring and continued personal growth, and willing to make and live out a commitment to First EPC's core values, mission, and vision for reaching the lost and growing disciples.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: (1) Bachelors degree in a discipline related to the ministry requirements of the position and (2) significant experience in a successful youth ministry program. Preference may be given to candidates with advanced education and experience in youth ministry.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants should submit a letter of application, a resume and the name, address and phone number of at least three student ministries related professional references, including their pastor. It is preferred that this information be submitted electronically to "ATTENTION: Student Ministries Search." For application materials sent via U.S. mail to First Evangelical Presbyterian Church, ATTENTION: Student Ministries Search, 19800 108th Avenue S.E., Renton, Washington 98055.

GRACE EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, LAWRENCE, KS - seeking a full-time Director of Children's Ministries who will be responsible for overseeing the entire children's ministries department, the children who are to be taught as well as the staff and volunteers who serve within the department, and to ensure the Bible teaching is doctrinally sound and the ministry programs operate smoothly and safely. Click here for a complete position description

MONTREAT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, MONTREAT, NC – an active-member of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Director of Music. This is a full-time, salaried position requiring 45-50 hours per week. Candidates should possess a strong commitment to Jesus Christ and have a good understanding of Scripture as the timeless, inerrant Word of God. In addition, candidates must be capable of working well with volunteers, having the ability to encourage them while developing high quality musical content and presentation, have good verbal and written communication skills, and possess effective planning and organizational skills.

Ideal candidates would be accomplished pianists/keyboardists capable of playing a wide variety of musical genres ranging in tempo and style from contemplative to upbeat. Familiarity with both traditional hymns and contemporary praise songs is required. Candidates should be proficient at sight-reading music, as well as vocal and choral direction. The ability to train and direct small vocal groups of 4 to 6 persons in addition to a larger choir is highly desirable. Candidates must exhibit knowledge and skill in working with children and be willing to develop a program that will effectively teach music skills to children and youth.

Click here for a complete job description. For a list of application questions click here. Applicant questions should be directed to Teresa Allan by e-mail at or by phone at (828) 669-7577 x-215.

NORTH PARK EPC, WEXFORD, PA -- seeking full-time Director of Worship/Music. Primary responsibility is to lead the music element of Sunday worship services in a suburban Pittsburgh church of around 500 utilizing a blended style. Other duties involve developing and utilizing the varied musical gifts of congregational members, leading the music/worship team, and working with the Senior Pastor in the development of worship plans. Qualifications include a mature walk of Christian faith, capacity to work with present church leadership, sufficient technical music capacities to perform well and lead others in same, a worshipping heart and the capacity to lead believers to worship. Salary commensurate with gifts and experience.

For a complete job description visit the church website (http://www.northparkepc.org). Interested candidates should send their resume to Senior Pastor Dan Hendley at or 600 Ingomar Rd, Wexford, PA 15090. Including DVDs or CDs of worship leading would be helpful but is not essential.

PRINCETOWN EPC, DUANESBURG, NY - located in the Capital District of Upstate NY is seeking a gifted full-time Worship Leader/Music Director to lead a multi-generational congregation in Christ-centered worship. Responsibilities will include coordinating the music schedule, working with the pastor to provide 2 weekly services of meaningful worship, and being a leader, role model, and nurturer to multiple worship teams. The ideal candidate will be gifted by the Holy Spirit in worship, as well as highly proficient in leading vocally and with contemporary accompaniment (guitar or keyboard). The position, although primarily focused on music and worship, will also involve ministry outside of these areas. Candidates with gifts in administration and the ability to be a leader in ministry to men and/or young adults is preferred. Candidates should have a passion for outreach and the ability to connect with new Christians. Previous experience as a worship leader is required to be considered.

Salary and benefits based on a full time position and commensurate with experience. The position is available immediately. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, 2 references, and video or sound clip of a worship leading experience by e-mail (preferably) to or by mail to Princetown EPC, ATTN: Worship Leader Search Committee, 3662 Giffords Church Road, Duanesburg, NY 12056. For more information about Princetown EPC, visit the church web site at http://www.princetownchurch.com.

TRINITY EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, FLORENCE, SC - see description in "Seeking Associate/Assistant Pastor" above.

Outside the EPC

CONIFER COMMUNITY CHURCH, CONIFER, CO -- an independent, elder run interdenominational community church) is accepting applications for a Senior Pastor. Conifer Community Church was one of the first churches in Conifer dating to 1953 and is located 20 miles west of Denver. There is currently one service and 100 members. The goal of Conifer Community Church is to glorify God by being real people, experiencing real peace, and reaching our community for Christ. The qualified candidate will have a history of experience and success in developing growing churches focused on mission; vision casting, preparing and empowering followers of Jesus to proclaim and demonstrate Christ’s love, ministry to unchurched families, ministry to young families, and community involvement. Visit the church web site at http://www.conifercommunitychurch.org to learn more. If interested in applying, click on “Jobs at CCC.”

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, TRAVERSE CITY, MI -- a non-denominational church located on Old Mission Peninsula in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan, is searching for a Senior Pastor who is theologically evangelical, homiletically superior; a committed spiritual leader and a visionary with a servant’s heart. First Congregational is a 500 active member church that offers four weekly worship services on Saturday and Sunday with a distinctive style of worship at each. The contemporary services are led by gifted worship teams. The traditional worship is supported by a 40 voice choir and organ. FCC is a multi-staffed church which shares a common vision to reach their city and beyond for Christ. Their next senior pastor will succeed the present senior pastor of 25 years. They are looking for a pastoral leader who will build on their past and present and inspire them to a dynamic ministry in the future. The church web-site is http://www.fcctc.org. For a church profile, Statement of Faith, senior pastor job description and application process, direct inquiries to . The search will remain open from October 15, 2009 to February 15, 2010.

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Positions included on this web site edition of the EPC Opportunity List are at the request of the church or agency. A complete list is distributed monthly to the Stated Clerks, Ministerial and Candidates Committee Chairmen of each Presbytery. The Opportunity List is also circulated to EPC ministers and candidates under care upon request to the Office of the Stated Clerk.