The City's Gate Church is a Presbyterian Church of America congregation in the heart of Harrisburg faithful to the affirmations of historic Christianity and committed to glorifying God. At the heart of our mission is a vision that reflects God's love and God's grace for our city as well as the surrounding communities. In pursuit of our distinctive identity and ministry, our new pastor will:
THEOLOGICAL EXPECTATIONS
- have a deep understanding of scripture and be able to apply the truths of scriptures to all spheres of life;
- understand and be able to articulate the importance of “the body” – i.e., the church – to a Christ-centered life;
- be theologically sophisticated;
- be Reformed in world view and ministry;
- understand ministry to encompass evangelism, cultural engagement, apologetics, and meeting individual and social needs;
SKILL SET
- be conversant with the currents of American and global religious life;
- be an engaging and articulate teacher of the Word;
- be culturally literate and well read;
- be a strategic leader and visionary with the gifts to unify the congregation;
- disciple and shepherd the congregation;
- be able to conceive, organize, and execute tasks;
- be technologically adept;
- be able to identify gifts, and delegate to the men and women of the congregation and call them to serve according to their gifts;
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
- be a mature, thoughtful, energetic Christian with a strong sense of calling;
- be a person of integrity in his personal, professional, and public life;
- be compassionate and humble and have a keen awareness of the brokenness of our lives as well as the unlimited nature of God’s grace;
- have a heart for children;
- understand and be committed to ministering to diverse populations and demographic groups;
- be civically minded and involved;
- be kind, approachable, open, winsome; have a sense of humor and be a good listener;
- have a supportive spouse and family (if applicable)