Pastoral Residency Statement of Purpose
The leadership of WCPC wants to help build a flourishing gospel ecosystem in the Bay Area. We want to be a part of planting and revitalizing churches, doing justice and mercy, helping people connect faith and work, and most importantly, seeing people far from Jesus get connected with Him. We believe that one of the ways we can most effectively work towards this future is through pastoral residency. A gospel ecosystem needs trained pastors, and in a place like the Bay Area, where ministry has unique challenges, training pastors in Bay Area churches is all the more important. Our passion for a residency program is a direct outflow of our commitment to seeing the Church flourish.

What are the benefits of Pastoral Residency?
Residency is of benefit to WCPC, pastoral residents, and the global church. WCPC benefits from the infusion of trained and called individuals, ready to use their gifts in service of the family of WCPC. Residents benefit from intentional mentoring and development as they grow into their vocation. The wider church body benefits from the cultivation of well trained pastors.

What makes WCPC a good place for Residents?
WCPC has an existing culture of development, sourced in our lead pastor’s desire and ability to develop pastors. Residents will be included in high level leadership discussions, and have access to the leaders of WCPC, as well as their connected networks of church and parachurch leaders. In addition, we are well structured with opportunities for learning, mentoring, and growth. In other words, we are a growing church with plenty of opportunities for residents to jump in and do ministry.

Pastoral Residency Requirements
Expectation of adherence to the WCPC staff values
● Character- Exercises the fruit of the spirit
● Competency – Possesses skill and passion for the work
● Capacity – Has the integrity to work hard without under/over working
● Chemistry – Gets along with and genuinely loves being around the staff team
● Culture – Recognizes that creating and cultivating healthy staff culture is crucial

Desired Background and Skill Set
● Growing and deepening faith in Jesus Christ
● Completed Master of Divinity, or on pace to finish during Residency
● Giftedness in pastoral ministry
● Maintain a life of integrity that reflects a genuine faith in Christ
● Proactive & Intuitive
● Creative problem solver
● Self-starter able to work independently
● Team player
● Able to prioritize and multitask when needed.
● Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Other Considerations
● WCPC affirms the gifting and calling of men and women equally in ministry, so all are encouraged to apply for this position.
● Though we are a presbyterian church, residents do not need to be presbyterian, nor have a desire to be ordained as Presbyterians.

Application
Submit a resume, cover letter, and two letters of recommendation, one from a seminary professor and one from a pastor by email.