AUG 6

The Leadership team thinks that a period of transition between Ken and the next senior pastor would be wise and helpful for our community. The search continues, however there are some tentative transition plans in play. 

We are considering/exploring 2 part-time, interim positions (we are also still searching for a Children's pastor):

1. Associate Pastor

2. Transitional Pastor/Consultant

These two positions are not meant to replace a senior pastor.  There are viable candidates being considered and as we move forward, more will be announced. If there are any suggestions or questions, please use the form at the bottom of the page. 

June 22

From ECC Community Meeting (June 22^nd) and Follow-Up

1. Gift of Teaching & Spiritual Wisdom

• Deeply grounded in Scripture and has training in theology, Bible exegesis and teaching
• Teaches with the leading of the Holy Spirit
• Able to communicate Biblical truth on complex controversial topics (marriage, gender, morality) with courage, sensitivity, and grace
• Guides the church in applying Biblical truth in today’s world/present lives
• Helps individuals navigate through personal life challenges through Biblical counsel

2. Collaborative Leader and Motivator

• Encourages involvement in church community by being able to identify, mobilize and support spiritual gifts amongst members across the generations (emphasis on inspiring youth involvement)
• Empowers members to serve through delegation, including sharing in the gift of teaching and preaching on Sundays

3. Pastoral and Relational Presence Across Generations

• Loves and cares for people genuinely; approachable, vulnerable, real
• Shepherds and journeys with members throughout different age groups and life stages
• Compassionate, listens with empathy and not judgement
• Values the youth and children; can connect them with the rest of the congregation

4. Evangelistic

• Able to bring people to faith (new members) and helping those who struggle with their faith or those who desire to grow in their faith
• Ability to create a space where non-Christians feel welcome and the gospel is shared clearly and compassionately
• Openly listen and connect with to those who are leaving ECC

5. Adaptability to ECC’s Church Culture

• Able to understand our church’s unique culture and volunteer-driven structure
• Openness to the different voices/cultures/perspectives in our community and can unify this diversity through a solid understanding of the Bible as our ultimate authority
• Open to spontaneity and out-of-the-box ideas 
• Awareness of the many moving parts and different ministry needs within the community
• Builds community; fosters sense of belonging

6. Respectable Character, Maturity, and Relevant Experience

• Integrity, good moral standing, peace-loving 
• Maturity (not his first pastoral job; has been following Christ for quite for some time, life experience)
• Ideally has “small church” experience