Expectations
Our reason for the shared leadership transition period is to allow you time to get to know the church and the community. During this period, before stepping into the Lead Pastor role, you would serve in a partnership with our current Head Pastor. The length of this transition time will be determined in conversation between you, our leadership board, and our current Head Pastor (as he moves toward retirement in 2027). There will be a time when you would step into the lead role and our current Head Pastor would fill other roles until he retires and we hire an associate. Stepping into the role of Lead Pastor/Head of Staff will require the approval of the congregation
and ECO Presbytery.

We believe this shared leadership time will allow you and your family to fall in love with the staff, people, culture, weaknesses, strengths and needs of our church. The current Head Pastor agrees with this approach and is anxious to work with the you so that you can build relationships and understand the history and future possibilities of Grace of Christ. We believe this approach provides a unique opportunity for the right person.

Responsibilities
• Initially share in the preparation and delivery of Bible based sermons.
• Lead in worship services at both the 9:00am (contemporary) and 11:00am (traditional) services.
• Offer emotional support, counseling, and spiritual guidance to individuals and families.
• Pastoral care in hospitals, homes, and across the community.
• Identify, equip, and mentor leaders within the church, fostering their growth and involvement in various ministry areas.
• Support, help plan and execute church events, services and programs.
• Manage staff, coordinate volunteers, and oversee day-to-day church operations.
• Live in and build relationships in the community with those who need to explore and come to place their faith in Christ.
• Be a warm, personal presence that invites connection with others as we seek community and not conformity.
• Prayerfully collaborate with staff and Session to sense God’s vision for Grace of Christ Church with plans to implement it.
• Conduct other pastoral duties and help meet the needs of the congregation with regard to pastoral care needs such as weddings, funerals, memorial services, counseling, etc.

As Pastor/Head of Staff, you would continue with those responsibilities listed above and identify and present to Session ways that the church can fulfill the Great Commission and the Great Commandment.

Qualifications
• Ordained Minister of the Word and Sacrament in ECO (A Covenant Order of Evangelical Presbyterians) or other denomination acceptable to the church and presbytery. Review and concur with the Essential Tenants of the ECO Denomination.
• Knowledge of Reformed Theology and whose doctrinal views are consistent with those of ECO.
• Prior experience in pastoral ministry including leadership roles, preaching, teaching and counseling.
• Deep personal faith and a mature spiritual life.
• Ability to effectively provide spiritual support to the congregation as well as the ability to work with church leadership.
• Good problem solving and listening skills and interpersonal relational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a broad diversity of ages and groups.
• Ability to build partnerships in mission, ministry and community.

To Apply Please Submit the Following:
1. A cover letter expressing your interest in the position and outlining your qualifications. Be sure to include your contact information.
2. Your current resume detailing your education, experience, and accomplishments.
3. The completed application found at the end of this packet.
4. A statement of faith, describing your personal faith journey and theological beliefs.
5. Three references from previous/current church staff such as pastors, elders, etc.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Email your application packet or mail to Grace of Christ, attn PNC, 9 S 8th Ave,
Yakima, WA 98902. Please include cover letter, current resume, application, statement of faith, and three
references.