Reporting to the Sr. Pastor, the Church Plant Associate Pastor is responsible for leading efforts at
establishing a vibrant Evangelical Presbyterian Church in West Orange County through teaching,
preaching, training, evangelism, and leadership.
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 [email protected]
