Congregational Profile/Church Information Form
United Presbyterian Church
702 Macon Ave
Cañon City, Co.81212
“We are called to Love God and our neighbors.”
We are seeking to fill the position of Transitional Pastor/Head of Staff (Full-Time).
Church Size: 155 (Number of covenant partners) Average Worship Attendance: 100
Church School Attendance: 20 adult, 10 children, 15 youth
Briefly describe your leadership structure:
12- member Session, divided into 6 ministry teams, 9-member Board of Deacons.
Staff Positions:
Pastor/Head of Staff (full-time) –Vacant
Pastoral Assistant (part-time)
Director of Chancel Choir (part-time)
Director of Praise Band (part-time)
Organist (part-time)
Pianist (part time)
Secretary/ Financial Treasurer (full-time)
Nursery assistant (part-time)
Computer Projectionist (part-time)
Community Profile
Relevant Demographic Statistics:
Cañon City is the county seat of Fremont County in southern Colorado, with a population of approximately 16,000 people within the city limits, and another 5,000 to 7,000 people within the surrounding area in Fremont County.
The City is located in a mountain bowl along the Arkansas River valley as it flows east from the Rocky Mountains and the mouth of the Royal Gorge. A combination of unique geography and an elevation of 5300 feet above sea level protects the city from harsh weather conditions, making Cañon City “the Climate Capital of Colorado,” with temperatures generally 10 degrees warmer than other nearby Colorado communities.
Population in 2012: 16,462 (99% urban, 1% rural). Population change since 2000: +6.7%
Females: 8,079 / (49.1%)
Median resident age: / 42.9 years
Colorado median age: / 40.6 years
Estimated median household income in 2011: $32,613 (it was $31,736 in 2000)
Estimated per capita income in 2011: $19,409
United Presbyterian Church Mission Field:
People have been attracted to United Presbyterian Church by not only our traditional, reformed, conservative style of worship including hymns, choir anthems and a variety of other musical styles, but also our contemporary service with a different style of worship including our own praise team and praise band.
Position To Be Filled
X_ Transitional Pastor (Head of Staff)
Associate Pastor
Assistant Pastor
Specify Title (if appropriate) Transitional Pastor/Head of Staff
Employment Status
X Full Time Part Time Open to Either
Years of Experience Desired (Pastoral or other)
X ECO ordained and Interim trainedDeadline date for application: Until filled
Position Description:
We seek the pastor that God has in mind for us. We believe he/she will have the following key traits:
· A passion for leading the congregation in reaching beyond itself and bringing people to Christ
· The ability to develop and attract flourishing disciples of Jesus Christ
· Christ centered sermons founded on God’s Word and applied to today’s daily life
· Consistent and thoughtful care of the congregation
· Skilled administrative leadership and team building
· Encourage and shepherd communication between all ministries involved with Christian Education.
Narrative on the Health of Mission and Ministry
Our mission is the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ by centering our lives on Him and exemplifying His love and grace through biblically-based worship, witness, and service. To this end, we dedicate ourselves in community with all area churches.
The United is a vibrant part of the Cañon City community, with staff and ministry members who are dedicated to seeking God’s will, showing God’s love, and living in His grace. With Christ at our head, we desire to be authentic in our relationships, transformational in our teaching, and passionate in our beliefs.
We are your neighbors, desiring fellowship with you. We’re a place for new beginnings where you can leave the past behind. Most importantly, we’re imperfect people thankful for the mighty power of the cross. Our services, classes, and events, are designed to help you follow Christ, develop relationships, and become the person you're designed to be.
God is working through our church in exciting and compelling ways
Many of our core beliefs can be traced back to John Calvin and the Protestant Reformation. We believe in the sovereignty of God, the divine authority of the Bible and the priesthood of believers. We believe that God is the consummate authority, and that salvation comes only through His grace when we enter into a relationship with Christ Jesus. While belief in Jesus leads us to good works, salvation is God’s generous gift to us. It cannot be earned through our own accomplishments.
We learn about God and His purposes through the scriptures, and rely on the New Testament to reveal the life and teachings of Christ, our savior. We believe that it is the job of ministers and lay people, alike, to share the Good News of the Gospel with the world. Because of this, our churches and our denomination are governed by men and women serving both as pastors and laity.
Compensation and Housing.
Minimum Effective Salary $ 45,000 Maximum Effective Salary $ 55,000
Housing Type Manse
X Housing Allowance
Open to Either
Geographic Scope of Search
The congregation is open to candidates from a national geographic area.
Contact Information
Send Applications to:
MPT Liaison – Mike Thiel
1506 Hollyhock Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
Phone: 719-338-8426
Fax: 719-471-6946
Email:
OR
MPT Chair – Gwen Brown
Phone: 719-647-9133
Email:
Clerk of Session Details:
Name Sandra Smith
Address 505 Greydene Ave City Canon City State CO Zip Code 81212 Preferred Phone (719) 429-2704 Alternate Phone (719) 269-3349 wk E-mail
FAX (719) 269-9341