Associate Pastor

The Associate Pastor of First Presbyterian Church will serve as a vital member of the ministry staff with a focus on family ministry and adult spiritual
formation, so that covenant partners are nurtured spiritually, connected in community and growing in Christ-likeness.

I. LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
• Encourage a deep, growing spiritual and missional focus for our covenant partners.
• Participate in assessing, shaping, and implementing strategies and programs that align with our vision, mission, values, and goals.
• Participate in identifying and developing new servant leaders within the church.
• Collaborate to support creative, compelling, and inspiring worship services.
• When directed, assist in overseeing church staff to ensure they fulfill their job requirements.
• Model collegiality and discipleship among the staff.

II. POSITION DESCRIPTION
• Conduct weddings, funerals, and baptisms as needed or requested and provide the necessary pastoral care and counseling.
• Work closely with the Senior Pastor, Pastor of Visitation, and Deacons in performing the congregational care and visitation ministries of the church.
• In consultation with Session, serve in the ECO Presbytery as needed or requested, attend Presbytery meetings and National Gatherings, and participate in ECO national initiatives.
• Attend Session, pertinent committee and Pastor’s meetings regularly.
• Oversee, in coordination with the Head of Staff, the church’s service and missions ministries and serve on the Session’s Missions Committee.
• Oversee, in coordination with the Head of Staff, the church’s discipleship ministries and serve on the Session’s Evangelism and Discipleship Committee.
• Serve as the pastoral liaison to the Deacons, working in close partnership with the Moderator.

III. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
• The position is open to those already ordained by ECO or who are ready, willing and able to be ordained by ECO.
• A Master of Divinity is preferred but a master’s degree in a relevant field will be considered.
• Three to five years of experience as a pastor is preferred but equivalent professional experience will be considered.

Download the full job description PDF here.

We invite interested applicants to send a résumé, a cover letter expressing your interest in this calling, and a statement of faith describing your
personal faith journey and theological beliefs to .

Boys Ministry Coordinator

Boys Ministry Coordinator Needed 10 Hours per week at First Presbyterian Church, Florence, South Carolina.

We see our ministry to young families and students as strong, and yet ready to blossom further.  We want to continue to grow our ministry so that it blesses, and is a resource to, the larger community. This position will have one primary focus: It will minister to the Youth, specifically boys in grades 7-12, in collaboration with the Youth Director.

The Boy’s Ministry Coordinator will work closely with the Youth Director, the Youth Ministry Team, and the Senior Pastor.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest along with a resume to .

Childcare Provider Positions Available

First Presbyterian Church, Florence, SC is accepting applications for childcare providers to work with children (6 weeks – 4K) in our Child Development Center. The ideal candidate must be at least 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED. An Associate degree in Early Child Development, Child Development Associate Credential (CDA) or completion of Early Childhood Development (ECD 101) is preferred. All applicants must have a minimum of 6 months experience in a licensed, approved or registered childcare/preschool facility. The successful candidate must be a Christian and possess a deep love for children. Must be punctual and have a good work ethic. This person must be a flexible, self-motivated team player with the ability to work in a classroom full of energetic preschoolers. Must be willing to teach from curriculum, be hands on, fun and creative. Please send résumé with cover letter to  or fax 843-662-1726 or mail to First Presbyterian Church Child Development Center c/o Beth Hepler 700 Park Avenue Florence, SC 29501. Please no phone calls or walk-ins.