Pastor of Missional Engagement

The Pastor of Missional Engagement will focus on our Mission-oriented ministries: outreach, mercy and justice, missions, and vocational stewardship. This is a full-time Assistant Pastor position with the goal of transitioning to an Associate Pastor role.

Enjoys and adeptly engages with diverse people who are different culturally and/or socio-economically.

Prioritizes and demonstrates theological, spiritual, and political humility.

Has executive functioning and organizational abilities.

Able to identify opportunities and strategically develop initiatives that align with Emmanuel’s goals.

Works well within a team by active listening, navigating disagreements constructively, and seeking compromise to support shared goals.

Able to preach and engage with the congregation in a winsome, intellectually engaging, culturally relevant, vulnerable, and theologically robust manner.

Able to manage teams/individuals, including skills in delegation, providing feedback, and motivating others.

Is in good standing with current church or ministry.

Prefer at least 5 years of full-time ministry experience.

Prefer an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church in America, but open to dialogue with qualified lay or non-PCA candidates.

Able to comply with our “Protection and Prevention Pledge.”Able to pass a background check.

Emmanuel Presbyterian is a multi-ethnic church in Arlington, VA