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Faith Evangelical Free Church (Acton, MA) Paid Pastoral Residency
THE BIG PICTURE
Faith Evangelical Free Church in Acton, MA, (https://www.faithevfree.org), invites you to apply for a transformative two-year pastoral residency. In partnership with Made to Flourish, this program provides emerging pastors with hands-on training and mentorship to foster long-term success for ministry in New England.
Requirements
Program Overview
Our residency will equip you with the skills and experience necessary for thriving in ministry, particularly in the unique spiritual context of New England. You’ll partner with a vibrant congregation and a dedicated pastoral team to grow in your calling, character, and competencies for ministry while preparing for the long-term challenges of pastoral leadership.
Highlights of the Residency:
New England is a region rich in history yet deeply in need of gospel renewal. Our program is designed to prepare pastors who feel called to serve in this spiritually challenging and rewarding context.
What We Offer
This is a full-time, paid position with benefits, including:
The Process
Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:
Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastoral Resident at Faith?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastoral Resident at Faith?
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Faith?
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@No-FeePastorSearch.com
THE BIG PICTURE
Faith Evangelical Free Church in Acton, MA, (https://www.faithevfree.org), invites you to apply for a transformative two-year pastoral residency. In partnership with Made to Flourish, this program provides emerging pastors with hands-on training and mentorship to foster long-term success for ministry in New England.
Requirements
Program Overview
Our residency will equip you with the skills and experience necessary for thriving in ministry, particularly in the unique spiritual context of New England. You’ll partner with a vibrant congregation and a dedicated pastoral team to grow in your calling, character, and competencies for ministry while preparing for the long-term challenges of pastoral leadership.
Highlights of the Residency:
- Scriptural Focus: Grow in prayerful study of God’s Word to serve God’s people
- Preaching and Teaching Opportunities: Regular preaching and teaching locally and in partner churches
- Fostering Sustainable Patterns: Learn to be mindful of spiritual, relational, physical and financial health amidst ministry
- Pastoral Experience: Grow in pastoral care and practices, including planning worship services,
- Developing as a Leader: Work closely with pastors and elders in leading the flock
- Network Building: Attend ministry conferences and connect with regional church networks
New England is a region rich in history yet deeply in need of gospel renewal. Our program is designed to prepare pastors who feel called to serve in this spiritually challenging and rewarding context.
What We Offer
This is a full-time, paid position with benefits, including:
- Housing in a well-maintained parsonage (utilities included)
- Health insurance
- Conference stipend and professional expenses
- Made to Flourish (https://www.madetoflourish.org/) cohort collaboration/training
- Paid vacation
- Meets biblical qualifications for church leadership (1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:6–9)
- Seminary graduate or near completion of an M.Div. (or equivalent)
- Agreement with our Statement of Faith and Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality
- Aspiration to pursue pastoral ministry in New England after the residency which begins on July 1.
The Process
Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:
Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastoral Resident at Faith?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastoral Resident at Faith?
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Faith?
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to Jason@No-FeePastorSearch.com
