Church Planting Residency

Position Overview:

We’re looking for a man with a clear call from God to plant and lead a new church in the Linden community

in the city of Columbus, Ohio. This is a full-time role with New Albany Presbyterian Church (EPC), in

partnership with the Presbytery of the Alleghenies. You’ll be trained, coached, and supported as you gather

people, start ministries, and shepherd a new gospel-centered congregation.

This role requires a man who can see and share a vision for what God is doing—and then roll up their

sleeves to help make it happen.

Position Qualifications - The right candidate will:

● Feel strongly called to plant and lead a church in the Linden community, and be aligned with the

values and beliefs of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC).

● Have the ability to cast a vision people can rally around—and also put the day-to-day steps in place

to move it forward.

● Be a gifted communicator, both in preaching and teaching, who connects with people from all walks

of life.

● Be able to build and lead teams, raising up volunteers and leaders to share the work of ministry.

● Have real ministry experience (with adults, kids, and/or community outreach) and a track record of

leading people, not just participating.

● Have the drive and creativity to start new things and see them through.

● Be ready to learn, take coaching, and grow through EPC’s church planting training and residency

process.

● Bring strong relational skills, humility, and perseverance to serve a diverse, urban neighborhood.

● Have a heart that’s ready to pursue planting in hard places – a commitment to under-resourced

communities that look completely different from traditional suburban planting contexts.

Education & Ministry Experience

● College degree (Ministry degree preferred)

● +5 years of ministry leadership experience - you should already be committed to a life in ministry,

not just testing it out. This may include Church ministry, Young Life, Cru, Youth for Christ, etc.

● A willingness to pursue continuing education (up to an M.Div.) is encouraged.

Ordination & Support

● Teaching Elder ordination, or Commissioned Pastor track, is preferred but not required; ordination

can be pursued while planting.

● Bi-vocational flexibility (raising support or supplementing income) may be helpful in the early

years.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Benefits:

● Working in a spiritual setting for the Glory of God

● Salary commensurate with experience, from $60,000 to $80,000 annually

● Retirement contribution match of up to 3% of salary

● Health insurance coverage support

● Coaching and mentorship for continuing education

Church/Organization Name:

New Albany Presbyterian Church (EPC)

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and

experience to jobs@newalbanypresbyterian.org.