Second Baptist Church seeks to hire a full-time Pastoral Resident for 2-3 years, beginning in late August 2026.
The Pastoral Resident will learn to be a Senior Pastor as they gain experience in preaching, teaching, pastoral care, administration, and other pastoral duties.
The Pastoral Resident should have earned a Master of Divinity degree and sense a strong call to serve as a Senior Pastor, with a demonstrated giftedness to excel in this calling. Some ministry experience beyond seminary is preferred.
Second Baptist Church is a 175-year-old church in Liberty, MO, a suburb of Kansas City and is affiliated with Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.
Applications for this position are due by January 16, 2026, and should be submitted to avaughn@2bcliberty.org or by mail to: Rev. Alena Vaughn, Second Baptist Church, 300 E. Kansas Street, Liberty, MO 64068.
Applicants should submit their resumes, with references, and a one-page reflection on their vocational calling.
Gathered Worship and Spiritual Lead, Part-time, Durham, NC
Job Summary
The Gathered Worship and Spiritual Lead is an in-person, on the ground pastoral role that
shares responsibility for the leadership of the Farm Church community, serving in partnership
with the Garden Lead and the Council of Stewards. Primary responsibilities include:
● Leading and coordinating gathered worship
● Offering spiritual guidance
● Fostering engagement among community members and other stakeholders
● Leading financial stewardship and fundraising
● Cultivating relationships with external community partners and organizations
In partnership with the Council of Stewards and other staff, and dependent on individual skills,
interests, and qualifications, the Gathered Worship and Spiritual Lead may also provide support
in the following areas:
● Internal and external communications
● External community partnerships and outreach
● Organizational administration
Pastoral Resident, Full Time, Libertyville, IL
First Presbyterian Church of Libertyville is seeking applicants for a Pastoral Resident. This two-year residency (2026-2028) provides recent seminary graduates (M.Div.) with broad experience in pastoral ministry, with a particular emphasis on Christian education. The Resident will share in leading worship, preaching, and teaching across all ages, engaging in mission and outreach, and offering congregational care, while also benefiting from intentional mentoring, reflection, and vocational discernment through a structured learning program.
Full Time Pastor, West Fargo, ND
Community Presbyterian Church of West Fargo, North Dakota is seeking a full-time pastor to lead a congregation of approximately 100 members. We are looking for someone who works well with youth and families with the goal of growing the congregation. We also need someone with the ability to provide pastoral care and ministry that is inclusive of all age groups. The candidate for this position should be an effective Bible based speaker that both teaches God’s love for us and inspires us to be of service to others. As the pastor of Community Presbyterian Church, there will be many opportunities to provide leadership for community outreach. We are currently involved with several community organizations and support missions both at home and abroad. We enjoy fellowship with each other including several activities that include all age groups. Our worship service, which includes both contemporary and traditional music, is followed by a Ɵme for coffee and conversation with one another.
Pastoral Residency Program, Full Time, Greenville, SC
The Pastoral Residency Program at FBG exists to provide structured, in-depth, practical ministry experience to recent seminary or divinity school graduates called to local church ministry. Questions such as: How does a church budget work? What is it like to lead a funeral? How does one cultivate a healthy spiritual life amidst a busy professional life? will be addressed. The 24-36 month Pastoral Residency Program provides an intentional, supervised ministry experience for a recent seminary or divinity school graduate in a vibrant, positive, supportive, and collaborative environment.
Sid and Cathy Batts Pastoral Residency, Full Time, First Presbyterian Church Greensboro, NC
First Presbyterian Church of Greensboro, NC, is looking to welcome its ninth pastoral resident for a two-year term in August 2026. A primary focus of the residency is to identify and develop leadership skills and a collaborative leadership style. The resident will serve in several core ministry areas throughout the term of the residency while serving in other ministry areas in rotation. Candidates should hold the M.Div. degree and be on track for ordination in the Presbyterian Church U.S.A. Certified candidates may be ordained during their residency.
Director of Youth and Young Adults, Full Time, New Britain, PA
Seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to serve as the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry, with a specific focus on youth, young adults, and their families. This exciting opportunity calls for a passionate leader who is eager to build a vibrant ministry with our ministry team, fostering deep relationships and creating transformative experiences for the next generation.
Pastor, Rydal, GA
Bartow Cumberland Presbyterian Church is an active and robust church looking for a pastor to help continue our growth, both in our relationship with Christ but also our outreach within the community. Our church has a vibrant family atmosphere. As a Cumberland Presbyterian Church we keep traditional values that are rooted in scripture.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package that may include housing, retirement, health insurance, among other things in addition to a base salary of $40,000 - $70,000. The total effective salary may fall in the range of $65,000 to $90,000.
Key Responsibilities:
-Sunday services and events
-Visits to members
-Plan and implement various events throughout the year
-Involved in the Church’s strategic growth plan
-Involvement with our youth program
-Involvement within the community through Church outreach programs
Executive Director & Pastor, Full Time, Wilmington, DE
Riverfront Ministries is not your typical church & this isn’t your typical leadership role. We are a vibrant, creative, justice-driven community in Wilmington, Delaware, serving New Castle County, worshiping in unconventional spaces, engaging people where they are, and nurturing a diverse, welcoming family of faith.
Alongside our spiritual community, we operate the Wilmington Kitchen Collective, a shared commercial kitchen & business incubator where food entrepreneurs dream, cook, & grow their businesses & impact. Together, these ministries are more than programs—they’re about building relationships, sparking creativity, and shaping a more connected, equitable city.
We seek a dynamic leader comfortable preaching & brainstorming strategic fundraising, passionate about pastoral care & community partnerships, and ready to roll up their sleeves in the kitchen and lead a board meeting with humility.
If you’re a creative visionary, a connector of people, & a believer in the power of faith and entrepreneurship to change lives, we’d love to hear from you.
Director of Children and Youth Ministries, Full Time, Gainesville, FL
If “it takes a village to raise a child” were a church, it would be First Presbyterian in Gainesville, Florida. Join this dynamic, multigenerational community that’s full of families!
Interested candidates can learn more and should apply at
Associate Pastor, Full Time, Omaha, NE
The Associate Pastor will collaborate with the Senior Pastor, staff, and Session to provide leadership in discipleship and community outreach and to preach throughout the year.
Solo Pastor, Portville, NY
The First Presbyterian Church of Portville, NY is a small but vibrant congregation with a strong sense of community and mission. We are seeking a pastor to be with us on our faith journey into the next chapter of our history.
Senior Pastor, Full Time, Ardmore, OK
The First Presbyterian Church of Ardmore, OK, is seeking a Senior Pastor to lead a congregation that values spiritual growth and all levels of mission work. We are a family called by God to expand Christ’s kingdom through service, stewardship and spiritual growth.
Lead Pastor, Seattle, WA
Quest Church is seeking a Lead Pastor to serve alongside our experienced pastoral
staff, complementing their gifts while providing oversight and support for their callings.
Partnering with pastors, staff, and lay leaders, this leader will foster spiritual formation,
strengthen organizational health, and advance our mission – holding complexity with
grace and bringing clarity as we faithfully live out our calling.
Interim/Transitional Pastor, Augusta, Georgia
Full Time Transitional pastor to serve a congregation of 84 members. The church located in Augusta, GA is a member of the Northeast Georgia Presbytery and the Atlantic Synod and is responsible to its policies.