Pastor/Head of staff

First Presbyterian Church of Columbia, CA

11155 Jackson Street, Columbia, CA 95310 USA MAP

http://www.churchofthe49ers.com

Demographic:	Rural, multigenerational,
Statement Of Faith:	We believe God has authoritatively revealed Himself in His Word, both in the incarnation of God the Son & in the infallible Scriptures of the Old & New Testaments. We believe that God is triune: one essence & three persons--Father, Son, & Holy Spirit. We believe that Jesus Christ is both truly God & truly human & that His two natures, divine & human, are united in one person. We can confess Jesus Christ as Lord & God only through the work of the Holy Spirit. We believe that the present disordered state of the world is not God’s doing, but is the result of humanity’s free, sinful rebellion against God’s will. No part of human life is untouched by sin. In union with Christ through the power of the Spirit, we are brought into a right relationship with the Father, who receives us as His adopted children. We find our new identity as brothers & sisters in Christ, who all share one Father. As family, we are active participants in the church community. We believe that Jesus is the sole path by which sinners become children of God. We believe that God chooses us for Himself in grace before the foundation of the world, not because of any merit on our part, but only because of His love & mercy. The Holy Spirit grants us faith & enables holiness, so that we may be witnesses of God’s gracious presence to those who are lost. We seek to preach Christ, calling all persons to repent & believe the gospel. We also seek to care for the natural world, serve the poor, feed the hungry, visit the prisoners, & defend the helpless. We believe that men & women alike are called to all church ministries & that every member is called to share in Christ’s work. We believe that our lives should reflect the holiness that is a response of gratitude for the grace of God. Our growth in holiness is initiated, sustained & fulfilled by the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit & is especially guided by the Ten Commandments. As the pioneer & perfecter of our faith, Jesus leads us along the path of life.

Demographic:

Rural, multigenerational,

Statement Of Faith:

We believe God has authoritatively revealed Himself in His Word, both in the incarnation of God the Son & in the infallible Scriptures of the Old & New Testaments. We believe that God is triune: one essence & three persons--Father, Son, & Holy Spirit. We believe that Jesus Christ is both truly God & truly human & that His two natures, divine & human, are united in one person. We can confess Jesus Christ as Lord & God only through the work of the Holy Spirit. We believe that the present disordered state of the world is not God’s doing, but is the result of humanity’s free, sinful rebellion against God’s will. No part of human life is untouched by sin. In union with Christ through the power of the Spirit, we are brought into a right relationship with the Father, who receives us as His adopted children. We find our new identity as brothers & sisters in Christ, who all share one Father. As family, we are active participants in the church community. We believe that Jesus is the sole path by which sinners become children of God. We believe that God chooses us for Himself in grace before the foundation of the world, not because of any merit on our part, but only because of His love & mercy. The Holy Spirit grants us faith & enables holiness, so that we may be witnesses of God’s gracious presence to those who are lost. We seek to preach Christ, calling all persons to repent & believe the gospel. We also seek to care for the natural world, serve the poor, feed the hungry, visit the prisoners, & defend the helpless. We believe that men & women alike are called to all church ministries & that every member is called to share in Christ’s work. We believe that our lives should reflect the holiness that is a response of gratitude for the grace of God. Our growth in holiness is initiated, sustained & fulfilled by the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit & is especially guided by the Ten Commandments. As the pioneer & perfecter of our faith, Jesus leads us along the path of life.

Pastor Job Description--Functions listed in general order of priority:
Worship: Preach and Teach; Plan the Worship Service; Lead Worship; Administer the Sacraments; Participate in Fellowship Activities
Member Care: Visit the sick and homebound; Pray for the people and lead them to pray for one another; Visit new members, repeat visitors, and congregation; Guide the church toward growth; Provide counseling on request and referrals to social services as appropriate
Administration: Head of staff (Office Administrator, pianist, Tech team of 2); Moderate Session 4 hours per month; Attend Presbytery meetings and serve on committees or council; Assist and/or attend committee meetings if needed; Advise and teach the Deacon Board
Other Functions: Conduct weddings, baptisms, and memorial services on request; Participate in community activities.
Special Skills Desired: Computer, Christian education, organization/leadership, vocal/instrumental music, etc.
--Statement of Faith and Agreement with ECO Essential Tenants: Required
--Master of Divinity from an approved Theological Seminary: Desirable
--Ordained (or immediately ordainable) as a Pastor in the Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians or other Reformed denomination if approved by ECO

Date Posted:	Thu, Oct 3, 2024 (49 days ago)
Salary:	Negotiable
Benefits:	Housing negotiable; 4 wks vacation; 2 wks study leave; travel & media allowance; medical and retirement per ECO minimum requirements
Anticipated Hire Date:	ASAP

Point of Contact:

Gwen Harris or Josh Ward

CoChairs of Pastor Nominating Committee

churchofthe49ers@yahoo.com

209-532-2441

11155 Jackson Street
Columbia, CA 95310
USA

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