“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.”
‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭4‬:‭3
 
Pastoral Search Process:
 
The pastoral search is not just about finding the right leader – it’s about all of us discerning God’s will together. Our role as a committee is to steward this process faithfully and transparently. The committee’s role is to lead the search process, identify qualified candidates, and recommend a final candidate to the congregation for approval. The role of the congregation is to select the next pastor. Every member has one vote. Please know that the final decision to call our next pastor will be made by the membership – not the Deacon Board, not the Trustee Board, and not the search committee. The committee’s role is to facilitate the process with prayerful diligence, inclusion of congregational input, and present a recommendation for the church to vote on. 
 
Search Process Resources:
Your Voice Matters!
Join a Pastoral Search Focus Group
 
These focus groups are a meaningful opportunity to share your unique perspective on our church and your hopes for our next pastor. By participating, you’ll help the Pastoral Search Committee gain a deeper understanding of our congregation’s needs, preferences, and priorities. Your insights will play an important role in identifying common themes and guiding us toward the future God has for our church.
We encourage you to sign up and be part of this important process!
 
  • Youth and Young Adults – Younger members of the church (under age 30)
  • Parents and Families – Members of the church who have children, or married members who do not have children
  • Singles – Members of the church who are single (either never married, widowed or divorced) 
  • Seniors/Long-Time Members – Older members of the church and those who have been members for over 15 years
  • New Members – Individuals who have been members of the church for 2 or fewer years
  • Open to All – Any church member can belong to this group to give their perspectives in a different setting