Religious | Presbyterian Church in America
710 Ridgely Ave
Annapolis, MD 21401
http://epannapolis.org
Full-Time
Posted: Mar 17, 2026
Application Deadline: Sep 12, 2026
Description
We are seeking a Senior Pastor who will lead the Session and faithfully shepherd our congregation as we grow together in Christ. Through Christ-centered preaching, faithful teaching of God’s Word, and a clear vision for discipleship, our desire is to grow in loving community and spiritual maturity. As a church family, we long to glorify God in all things and to be equipped to bring the good news of the Kingdom of God to the Annapolis area, our nation, and the world.
In this role, the Senior Pastor serves as the primary preacher and teacher of the congregation, the shepherd and leader of the Session, and the chief proponent and guardian of the mission and vision of Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Annapolis. Through preaching, teaching, and leadership development, he will help cultivate a culture of discipleship that encourages every member to grow in grace and live on mission.
Salary: >=$90K
Requirements
Character:
- A vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear grasp of the Gospel
- A genuine love for people and a pastoral concern for the members and community of EP Church.
- A life marked by ample evidence of an elder’s call, as defined by I Peter 5, I Tim 3, & Titus 1.
- A shepherd’s heart; marked by humility and a servant-leader posture, with a desire to mentor and care for others.
- If married, have a strong marriage and family life visible to others.
Theological Commitments:
- A deep understanding of, and a commitment to the Reformed Faith as expressed in the Westminster Confession and Catechisms.
- A clear grasp of biblical ministry principles, including Gospel-centeredness, repentance and faith, kingdom-centered prayer, relational evangelism through word and deed, personal discipleship, and servant leadership.
- A commitment to the theology, polity, and mission of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA).
Leadership and Ministry Compentencies
- A demonstrated call to pastoral ministry, evidenced by experience, vision, and passion for serving the church.
- A strong biblical foundation that informs wise and faithful leadership in the life of the church.
- Initiative, diligence, and reliability in carrying out responsibilities and following through on commitments.
- A willingness to grow, learn, and adapt within the dynamic context of a growing local church.
- An understanding of, and experience with church leadership and organizational structures.
Skills/Credentials Required:
- Ordained or Ordainable as Teaching Elder in the PCA
- Ability to teach / preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a cogent and winsome manner
- The spiritual maturity evidenced in, but not limited to, the following areas: prayer, the Word, confidentiality, edifying speech, discernment, and discretion
How to Apply
Step 1
Please submit the following
1) A cover letter
2) Your resume
3) Sermon links
4) Brief responses (1-2 pages) to the questions in the following column
a) If you were tasked to do only one thing as our pastor, what would it be and why?
b) What gifts, graces, and experiences would you bring to our church?
c) What do you love most about pastoring?
d) How do we have open arms like Christ but at the same time refrain rom diluting the Gospel?
Step 2
Please label all attachments with the following format:
JohnSmith_CoverLetter,
JohnSmith_Resume, etc.
Step 3
Send all attachments as PDFs.
Step 4
Send completed application to
Pastor Search Committee@epannapolis.org.
Primary Contact: Nancy Deibert
Email: nancy.deibert@gmail.com
Phone: 443-254-7401
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