Pastoral Transition

The Church Next Door is in a season of pastoral transition as we seek our next Senior Pastor. Throughout this process, our mission remains the same: Moving People Closer to God.

This page is a place for our church family to learn about the search process and find updates as information becomes available.

Transition Questions

Transition Questions

Where We Are Now

The Senior Pastor position has been posted, and the Pastoral Search Committee is preparing to evaluate incoming candidates. Those who advance through the committee’s evaluation will move to the next phase of the interview process.

What We Are Looking For

The published job description outlines the qualifications and responsibilities for our next Senior Pastor. These include:

Faith and Spiritual Leadership

Commitment to the church’s Statement of Faith and mission, with Biblical preaching, teaching, and pastoral care.

Ministry Preparation and Experience

Ordination, pastoral ministry experience, and theological education or qualifying pastoral experience and training, as described in the job posting.

Leadership and Relationships

The ability to develop leaders, guide staff and ministry teams, and build meaningful relationships within the congregation and the wider community.

Explore the Senior Pastor Opportunity

Learn more about the role, qualifications, and responsibilities in the full job description, or visit the application page to apply.

Join Us in Prayer

Please pray for the Pastoral Search Committee, those considering this calling, and our church family as we move through this transition together.