Employment

St. George seeks to be a caring, Christian community enjoying the peace of our island sanctuary and sharing God’s love through faith, healing and service. We desire a priest/rector who can and will share this mission.

We seek a Priest who:

• Inspires and shepherds people to God’s word
• Engages empathetically with people in ordinary times, in times of need & rejoices in times of happiness
• Deepens the understanding of God’s word
• Helps members discern their gifts of ministry

We seek a Rector who:

• Casts a vision for the church and leads the people to its realization
• Manages, day by day and during times of change, the operations of the staff, facilities and finances

For More Information: Contact The Rev. Canon Allison DeFoor, Canon to the Ordinary, [email protected], visit the Office of Transition Ministries and visit our website: saintgeorgejax.org

Description: St. Francis in-the-Field (SFITF) seeks a new rector with passions for and skills in communicating the Gospel message, pastoral care, ministering to youth and young families, and shepherding growth of the parish to transform more lives. SFITF is located in one of the fastest growing communities in the nation with a dedication to building a devout faith in its rapidly growing congregation. We are seeking a new Rector possessing an urge to minister to a flourishing and growing Christian Community. The ideal candidate will:

• Have the passion to build up and deepen our relationship with Christ
• Minister to those in need through pastoral care
• Grow our congregation to shepherd the newcomers to our community
• Assist our church family in connecting with others through our many outreach programs
• Have youth ministry experience

We have a talented and dedicated Vestry, tremendous volunteers who lead our many outreach programs and a new Youth Building where Sunday School, Children’s Chapel and Youth Group are held. We are passionate about being a church home to those who walk in our doors and desire a Rector who will further our mission.

Responsibilities will include leading weekly worship services, youth ministry, pastoral care, and community outreach.  Compensation is commensurate with experience, with negotiations beginning at diocesan minimum guidelines.

For More Information & Applying: Please send all nominations and applications to our Search Committee chair, Win Everett, at [email protected]. An application should include a cover letter expressing interest in the position, a current resume and copy of OTM Portfolio.

Description: St. Paul’s Church is an intimate, loving parish searching for our next rector. We are a congregation with a small group of faithful followers comprised of long-time members and young families in a changing community just west of the high growth Florida communities of St. Augustine and Crescent Beach. We have been located in Putnam County on the scenic east bank of the St. Johns River since 1880, and we are interested in embracing the changes within our community to the continuation of our witness and ministries in the area.

Location: East Palatka is located about 20 miles west of St. Augustine and 10 miles east of Palatka.  Our location on Federal Point, along the St. Johns River, offers unique recreational opportunities, and Stanton Landing on the church property is the site of community gatherings and a favorite stop along the canoeing, hiking and bike trails passing through it.  Our rector opening will appeal equally to those with a young family, youthful retirees, and bi-vocational clergy. We seek to fulfill a hunger in our members for joyful worship, sound Christian formation, outreach opportunities, and fellowship.

Qualifications & Benefits: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6+ years of experience in church ministry and a continuing passion for new opportunities to share God’s grace. The rector will enjoy being with all kinds of people and ideally has a loving and outgoing personality that attracts interested newcomers to our parish.  The rector will be skilled at preparing an inspirational sermon and relish teaching the Word of God. We seek a leader who will be respected in our community while helping us develop our gifts, ministry, and service.  We hope to attract a faithful priest who will shepherd us, mirroring the Savior’s compassion, while challenging us to expand our circle of care and concern and leading by example. This position is part-time but may expand back to its customary full-time status as we evolve with the changing community around us. The salary and benefits package will be negotiated and includes a handsome 3-bed, 2-bath Rectory.

For More Information & Applying: To learn more about St. Paul’s and Federal Point/East Palatka, contact Rhonda Williams, Senior Warden at (386) 983-1659 or [email protected]

Description: St. Paul’s Church is searching for our next rector. We are a church in transition with a small group of faithful followers comprised of aging, long-time members, a couple of young families and a few young professionals in a changing community. We benefit from over 180 years of tradition but are currently aware of, yet anxious and concerned about, the changes necessary to have a viable future. We seek to fulfill a spiritual hunger in our current members and in our community. Quincy is the county seat for Gadsden County, located less than 15 miles west of Tallahassee on Hwy 90 West. Quincy boasts both big city advantages and small-town charm, frequently referred to as a “Metropolitan Mayberry”. It is perfect for young families and youthful retirees alike. To learn more about St. Paul’s and Quincy download the attached file below. This position is part-time but may expand as we step out in faith. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6+ years of experience and a continuing passion for new opportunities to share God’s grace. The rector will have a loving and outgoing personality that attracts and enjoys being with all kinds of people. They will be skilled at preparing an inspirational sermon and relish teaching the Word of God. We seek a leader who will be respected in our community while helping us develop our gifts, ministry, and service. A faithful priest who will shepherd us, mirroring the Savior’s compassion, while challenging us to expand our circle of care and concern and leading by example. A full salary and benefits package is offered including a handsome 3-bed, 3-bath Rectory.