Saints John, Paul, & Clement in Mt. Vernon, New York—the little church with a big heart– is seeking a part time Priest- in-Charge (PIC). The Priest-in-Charge (PIC) has full authority of Rector, except tenure, and shall lead as pastor, priest and teacher, sharing in the councils of this congregation and of the whole church, in communion with our Bishop. By word and action, informed at all times by the Holy Scriptures, the Book of Common Prayer, and the Constitution and Canons of the General Convention and the Diocese of New York, the PIC shall proclaim the Gospel, love and serve Christ’s people, nourish them, and strengthen them to glorify God in this life and in the life to come.
The PIC’s work includes not only activities directed to the parish and its well-being, but also labors on behalf of the Diocese and community. This is a part time position. The PIC’s work week is to be no more than 19 hours, to ensure coverage of Sunday worship, office time, and pastoral care of the parish. The PIC will keep a log of ministerial functions and hours. Compensation consists of a paid salary, free housing, partial benefits and continuing education as specified by the Episcopal Diocese of New York. The parish is located in southern Westchester County and is just 30 minutes away from midtown Manhattan.
This is a call to:
- Lead and shape worship that is both in-person and online
- Help the congregation to grow in its faith and support its ministry of feeding the hungry through its awardwinning food pantry
- Cultivate and engage the youth in the parish through its active Youth Ministry programs
- Work collaboratively with the vestry and the parish to help develop fresh ideas and innovative avenues towelcome newcomers
- Get to know the local community and form partnerships as time permitsPlease get to know us at www.saintsjpc.com. You can also experience our worship on @jpcepisco on Facebook .Newly ordained to experienced or retired clergy from the Episcopal and Anglican Communion, or other churches in full communion are invited to apply. Please send a cover letter, resume, and sermon to the Warden, Beverly Burgess Hutchins at jpcepisco126@yahoo.com and copy Nora Smith, Canon for Transition Ministry nsmith@dioceseny.org