Open Pulpits

For those GPTS Alumni and students seeking a call, you may find an opportunity here:

Landis Presbyterian Church, Marion, North Carolina

Landis Presbyterian Church (PCA) seeks candidates for the position of full-time pastor. We seek a man to lead worship in a reverent manner, to see to the spiritual needs on the congregation; to oversee the daily operations of the church; to oversee/administer church discipline in a loving and Godly way, when necessary; to visit those that are not able to attend services/shut-ins; and to study and nurture your spiritual life and the spiritual life of your spouse and/or children.

The candidate must have at least a Bachelor's degree and completed formal education from a theological seminary. The candidate does not have to be previously ordained, provided he is eligible for ordination. For a description of our church, please see our website at www.landispca.org .

Contact Pulpit Nomination Committee Chairman Jeremy Toole,
e-mail: jandstoole@gmail.com or
phone (828) 756-7470).
Address: 4975 Hwy 221 N., Marion NC 28752.
Deadline for application: Oct. 1, 2011.

Key Biscayne Presbyterian Church (PCA), Key Biscayne, Florida

Key Biscayne Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Key Biscayne, Florida, seeks a full-time Assistant Pastor of Families and Discipleship. In this position, the candidate will 1.) Develop the ministry to families and children to include assimilation and discipling ministries for marriages and parents, and assimilation and discipling ministries for their children; 2.) Create a disciple-making ministry for teens; 3.) Assist the pastor in preaching.

Qualifications are as follows:

• Profile: Bilingual -- good facility in Spanish, high cultural I.Q., love for the unchurched, ordainable.
• Skills: Systems structure person who understands ministry and chronological flow of ministry and ministry flow from seeker to convert to disciple to servant/leader; planning/administrative/implementation skills; mission/vision minded; strong in worldview and Christian curriculum; confident communicator; effective preacher; good relationship-building skills.
• Character: Above reproach, optimistic and winsome, team player, trustworthy.

Key Biscayne Presbyterian Church (kbpc.org/) is an international family where you will find an enthusiastic embrace, warm hospitality, uplifting music and thoughtful teaching as we share in the transforming love of Jesus Christ. No matter your background or where you are in your journey of faith, you will be met with acceptance. We will be delighted to introduce you to opportunities for fellowship, spiritual growth, comfort, service, theological study and pure fun and celebration. The purpose of KBPC is to receive, enjoy and extend the transforming love of Jesus Christ, forming Christ-followers who go, host, and gather all nations to the worship and service of the Triune God.

The church is international and multilingual in its make-up. The predominant groups are Anglo and Latin. Spanish is used in some formal ministries. Simultaneous translation to Spanish is offered in the worship service, and Portuguese is being considered. The cultural influences in the Key Biscayne island community of 12,000 are predominantly wealthy Latin American, European, nominally Catholic, New Age, Anglo-American, in that order, and very little evangelical influence. The largest demographic are young professionals starting their careers with young children. The need is great for Christian servants to engage with the gospel incarnate a pluralistic community with both Latin traditional and European secular perspectives.

Please send resume via e-mail office@kbpc.org or regular mail to:

Key Biscayne Presbyterian Church
160 Harbor Drive
Key Biscayne, FL 33149

Attention: Search Committee (via Robyn Crane, administrative assistant).

Knox Orthodox Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania

Knox Orthodox Presbyterian Church, Lansdowne, Penn., (near Philadelphia) is seeking a pastor and welcomes candidates from Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. Knox is a congregation in the Philadelphia Presbytery of the OPC. The congregation is small but has its own building in a suburban neighborhood. It consists of about 11 households, is multiracial and is made up of every age group. There are lots of children and teenagers. The congregation has been without a pastor for 5 years and is currently being served by a regular stated supply, the Reverend Karl A. Hubenthal.

Knox congregation is staunchly regulative principle. Only the Psalms are sung in worship, without instrumental accompaniment. Wine is used in the Lord's Supper. The church meets every Sabbath, morning and evening and has full attendance at both services. Knox is interested in having candidates whose convictions are agreeable with theirs. For further information call or preferably e-mail: Mr. Andrew Duggan, (610) 357-7353 or apd@clanduggan.org or Karl Hubenthal hubenthal@certainty.net.

Calvary Orthodox Presbyterian Church in La Mirada, California

Calvary OPC was organized in 1958. The Rev. Donald Buchanan has been our fifth pastor. He has been here a little more than twelve years and is planning to retire by the end of this year. We are now actively embarking on a pastoral search.

At the present we have 56 communicants and 19 baptized children on the roll. Attendance at Sunday morning worship service averages 70, at evening service 30, and in mid-week Bible study and prayer meeting 15. We have Sunday school classes for all ages with an emphasis on memory work. We have been developing an outreach to residents of the convalescent hospital behind the church. We meet for a time of prayer prior to our evening service asking the Lord to use us in furthering His kingdom through outreach to our families, neighbors and community. Our men meet on the second Saturday of the month for Breakfast and Bible study and our women meet on the first Monday evening for Bible study, Mission reports, various projects and organizing times of fellowship. We have a monthly fellowship lunch followed by Sunday afternoon service in the convalescent hospital. We also conduct weekly Bible study classes in an assisted living facility in nearby Whittier and in the convalescent hospital.

We are dedicated to the historic Reformed faith as expressed in the Westminster standards and follow the regulative principle of worship. We sing from the Trinity Hymnal, the Psalter and a supplement book of other popular hymns and spiritual songs. We celebrate the Lord's Supper on a monthly basis.

We consider ourselves as one large family. We love each other and enjoy showing Christ's love to those who visit. We are a church that prays for its members, extended family and friends, the regional church, our denomination and the church universal. We actively participate in regional church activities such as Presbytery meetings, Reformation Day services, presbytery picnics, Family Conference and missionary trips. We currently have three elders and four deacons who are actively seeking to serve and lead Calvary's members in reaching the lost for Jesus Christ.

La Mirada is a distinctive community in the heart of Southern California with a population of 51,754 living in 7.78 square miles located in southeast Los Angeles County, bordering the northwest corner of Orange County. There are 14,580 households, and 11,518 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city is approximately 41% White, 38% Hispanic, 19% Asian and 2% Black or African-American. La Mirada is the home of Biola University, an evangelical Christian institution of higher education. It is located only three blocks from Calvary OPC. The city was listed on CNN Money Magazine's "Best Place to Live" list. La Mirada placed 34th on the list, with the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and "Splash" (La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center) as two of its main attractions.

We are looking for candidates who exemplify the Biblical qualifications for ministry; who are dedicated to the mission of the OPC; who are convinced of what they believe; whose preaching and teaching is permeated with the theology of the Reformed faith and Westminster standards; who can balance expository, exegetical, topical and applicatory preaching; whose administrative gifts allow him to delegate responsibility; who will equip and lead the saints for service and outreach by instruction and example; who will show the love of Christ for his people and the lost; who has a heart for members of all ages, and who has a vision of the future for Calvary OPC in the Kingdom of God.

If you are an interested candidate, please submit an OPC Ministerial Information Form (if you do not have one I can send you a blank form) to Elder Len Sanchez at Lensfootbz@gmail.com or by mail to Calvary OPC at 12206 La Mirada, CA 90638, ATTN: Elder Sanchez. Phone: 562-943-2617. FAX: 562-943-2671. All submissions will be kept in strict confidence.

Pamlico Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Oriental, North Carolina

Pamlico Presbyterian Church (PCA) In Oriental, N.C. seeks a "tent-maker" pastor. We are a very small church and are looking for a man of God who desires a part-time ministry. This man could be retired or working at another job. We desire a man who would deliver a message from the Bible on Sunday mornings and also participate in a Sunday morning prayer meeting, Sunday school, and Tuesday evening prayer/Bible study. As our shepherd, he should participate in a limited amount of visiting and encouraging the flock. Our congregation consists of 26 members on our active role and four on the inactive role. We have one ruling elder, and he and the Session of Village PCA in New Bern are acting as our Session.

Oriental is a small fishing village on the Neuse River located not far from New Bern. It is picturesque with a large sailing, recreational fishing, and retirement community. The climate is temperate and the people are friendly. It is altogether a great place to live. The church building has a small sanctuary and an attached ancillary fellowship hall with Sunday school rooms and an office. It is a charming building in a rural setting.

Contact the Search Committee Chairman Louis Spilman, Jr., PO Box 612, Oriental NC 28571. Telephone: 252-249-0561. E-mail: spilman@juno.com

Portland Youngnak Presbyterian Church of Beaverton, Oregon

Portland Youngnak Presbyterian Church of Beaverton, Oregon is prayerfully seeking a senior pastor to shepherd and lead our Korean-speaking congregation. Our church is the oldest Korean church in the state of Oregon. We are part of the Korean Presbyterian Church in America denomination. Candidate qualifications: M.Div. from an evangelical seminary, committed to expository preaching, Korean-speaking/teaching, Reformed soteriology, extensive pastoral ministry experience, married. A competitive salary and benefits package is provided for pastor and family. Please send your ministry resume, baptism testimony, philosophy of ministry, doctrinal statement, and list of references to Pastor Mike at pyncpastorsearch@gmail.com.

Deadline for submitting application: Sept. 1, 2011.

Send to: 17415 NW Walker Road, Beaverton, OR 97006. Phone: 503-531-8444.

Covenant Orthodox OPC in Vineland, New Jersey

Covenant Orthodox Presbyterian Church of Vineland, N.J. is seeking a new pastor. Our previous pastor has assumed the duties of a new position. We have a relatively small congregation at the present time. Our average attendance is around 40. At one time, our congregation consisted of over 300 members. We are looking for a pastor who will help our church grow. Gift for evangelism and outreach are important qualities that we are seeking. Any candidate must also be a strong preacher of the Word.

We are located in Cumberland County in the southern part of the state. We are within easy access to the Jersey short, Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York City. Our community has a population of around 59,000.

At present, we have two ruling elders and one deacon. Our budget for the current year is approximately $70,000. We have a mans available that is connect to our church building.
We invite interested and and qualified candidates to send us a rèsumè. Address correspondence to: Mr. Edward Duffy, PO Box 54, Vineland NJ 08362-0054. For more information, call 856-696-1722 or e-mail prrgg1@verizon.net.

Riverview PCA in Charleston, WV

Mr. Byron Calhoun writes the following: We are a PCA church in Charleston, WV located in the heart of the city along the Kanawha River. We have a congregation of about 40 active members many who are above 60 years but we have a smattering of younger members like myself. The congregation has been in existence over a 100 years but only about 10+ years at our present location. The old church was destroyed by arson and we moved to the new location by God's provision. I have been there about 3 years and have been a ruling elder since shortly after our arrival here (previously a PCA ruling elder elsewhere). Our buildings are paid for and we have great access off several main roads with good parking. We have no outstanding debts.

It is a great group of people and almost everyone is active in some way. Our present pastor will be retiring for age and health issues, so a younger pastor is exciting for us! We have what I would describe as a worship along the true Presbyterian form of regulative worship. We are not "seeker friendly" and see to preach the whole counsel of God. If you would like to talk to me about our congregation, I'd be glad to do so! We'd love to have you come see us!

Elder Calhoun may be reached at (304) 741-4031. His email address is calhounbc@earthlink.net

Carthage Presbyterian Church, Carthage, Miss.

Carthage Presbyterian Church (PCA) is seeking a full-time senior pastor. Duties include preaching each Sunday morning and evening, leading Wednesday night prayer/Bible study meetings, teaching Sunday school a quarter a year, visiting sick/shut ins. The pastor also works with youth and the youth director, with the session/deacons and other committees. He is to be visible in community, available to church members, work with area PCA churches, such as "5th Sunday" services. Other duties will be discussed with the session.

Candidates for this position must be able to preach the truth of the gospel — the Bible, be mission-minded, committed to the spiritual development of members, congregational fellowship development, support of education and training programs, teaching responsibility, involvement in community. He must be stewardship minded, supportive of diaconal ministries (visitation), able to work with young couples, youth and the elderly. He should be PCA affiliated. Benefits include salary, use of manse or housing allowance, FICA taxes, annuities, insurance, car allowance, paid vacation, expenses for General Assembly. Carthage is a small town, population around 4,000, church membership between 100-150, public and private schools, 55 miles from Jackson, Miss., and member of the Mississippi Main Street Association.

Please send resume and any information to Alice Rachel Wooten, Pulpit Committee secretary, at alicerachel.martin@gmail.com or call 601-562-8825. Address: Carthage Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 554, Carthage, MS 39051. Church phone: 601-267-5700. The church is located at 217 N Pearl St., Carthage.

Bridwell Heights Presbyterian Church, Kingsport, TN

Greetings from the Session of Bridwell Heights Presbyterian Church of the Presbyterian Church in America. Bridwell Heights is a member of Westminster Presbytery which is composed of 24 churches located in the Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia area. The Session is currently composed of the Moderator and Pastor Larry E. Ball, Clerk of the Session Bob Lane, Jim Baird, Dr. Phil Hudnall and Roger Holbrook.

After 31 years of faithful service, Larry Ball is retiring from the pastorate in March 2012 to spend more time with his children and grandchildren, and we wish him well as he relocates to be closer to them. We also look forward to the time when our generous God and Provider will once again provide a providential pairing of His chosen man to our church. Our church is stable, both financially and spiritually, and we are excited to begin this next phase of our life as we continue to serve the Lord here in Kingsport, Tennessee. Our congregation is composed of people of all ages, and we value the covenantal family unit as the fundamental building block of our church. The families in our church have a chosen mix of educational routes, including public schooling, Christian schooling, and home schooling. Our congregation has a reputation of genuinely caring for each other and ministering to each other in love. On the Lord’s Day our activities include Sunday school, followed by a morning and evening worship service. On the first Sunday of the month when we observe the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper, the morning worship service is followed by a fellowship meal, and there is no evening service. On the third Sunday of the month, we have an evening fellowship meal when we get to know one another better and often hear a special speaker.

As part of Westminster Presbytery, Bridwell Heights adheres to certain distinctives listed in the “Conflict Resolution Position Paper of Westminster Presbytery,” such as a belief in six literal 24-hour days of creation and that women are disallowed from serving as deacons of the church by any definition. That presbytery document is available for your review. Additional positions taken by Bridwell Heights which we believe needful to communicate upfront include: expectation of expository preaching; holding to the historic view of the regulative principle of worship; practice of lovingly administered discipline when necessary for God’s glory, the congregation’s edification and retrieval of a sinning brother or sister; embracing an optimistic eschatology which includes an expectation that Christ’s Kingdom will continue to grow and influence all societies of the world.

The Session, after a season of prayer, reflection, introspection, and critical evaluation, has identified and targeted certain areas of opportunity for nurture, growth, and change: evangelism, personal and corporate involvement in the Great Commission; discipleship, family devotions, Sabbath-keeping, and small group options; shepherding; prayer; and leadership development. These targeted areas for nurture and change are the joint challenges and opportunities we see for our Session and next pastor. As our church continues through this search for our new pastor, we remain in prayer that God will bring His man to Bridwell Heights and that together we can continue to press toward the mark of our high calling in Christ. If we can assist you in any way or answer any questions you might have, please let us know. May God bless you as you continue in faithfulness to Him.

Information related to this ministry opportunity may be found on the PCA ministry opportunity webpage or may be downloaded directly here. To apply, download a copy of the information packet, doctrinal positions, and church profile form at the link provided above. Instructions are provided therein. The church address is: 5101 Memorial Blvd., Kingsport TN 37664. Phone: 423-288-3664. Pastoral Search Committee Chairman Phil Hudnall..

Calvary Reformed Presbyterian Church, Hampton, Virginia

Calvary Reformed Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Hampton, Virginia seeks a senior pastor who will faithfully shepherd this flock, preach the Gospel, teach sound doctrine, and use his Holy Spirit gift of evangelism to reach the unchurched in our community.

CRPC actively seeks opportunities to minister both to its members and the surrounding community. To better equip and nourish its families, the church has in place an active small group ministry with approximately 70% member participation, youth activities, and a strong Women in the Church (WIC) program. The church also established a private school, Calvary Classical School, in 1995 which currently enrolls a student body of 93 in grades K3 through sixth. CRPC has a commitment to reaching our college-age youth and is the primary supporter for Reformed University Fellowship at the campus of Christopher Newport University. Money has been reserved in our current budget for future establishment of a similar work at Hampton University. CRPC endeavors to reach our community with the gospel of Christ through aggressive expansion of its current, local ministries (such as English as a Second Language) and, in God’s providence, pursuit of new, need-based, community outreaches identified as those for which we have the necessary resources and for which we can have significant impact on the Peninsula, its surrounding communities, and the world at large.

Contact Search Committee Chairman Dave Mericle, djmericle@gmail.com, tel. 757-930-1058. The church is located at 403 Whealton Road, Hampton, VA 23666. Tel. 757-826-5942.

For complete information about our church and this position of leadership, please open or download this detailed detailed brochure.