Anyone interested in applying to a position at a Congregation in the Anglican Diocese of San Joaquin should contact the Diocesan Office at: [email protected]. Applicants must send in:
The application available from the Diocesan Office, including the Spiritual Autobiography referenced therein.
A cover letter stating why you think you would be a good candidate for this position.
A resume (no more than two pages).
Three personal references who are able to speak to your love of Jesus and your ministry skills.
The name and contact information for your bishop.
Also briefly answer the following questions:
What is your understanding of being a member of the clergy in charge of a congregation?
What are your expectations from the members of the congregation?
What spiritual gifts and skills can you bring to the congregation that will help them to grow in our spiritual and common life?
How would you propose to attract, nurture, and retain families with youth?
Part-Time Rector Christ Anglican Church Reno, Nevada Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) Diocese of San Joaquin
Christ Anglican Church is a young, mission-turned-parish in northern Nevada seeking a part-time Rector to provide sacramental, pastoral, and missional leadership to our congregation.
We currently worship in a rented space at Temple Sinai (3405 Gulling Road, Reno, NV 89503) and follow the Anglican Prayer Book 2019. We are a small but committed parish within the Anglican Diocese of San Joaquin, prayerfully discerning our next season of ministry.
Position Overview The Part-Time Rector serves as the primary clergy leader of Christ Anglican Church, responsible for Word and Sacrament ministry, pastoral care, preaching, and collaboration with lay leadership. This role is well-suited for a bi-vocational priest, retired clergy, or priest seeking flexibility in his role. Primary Responsibilities
Celebrate the Holy Eucharist weekly, with additional services during Advent, Holy Week, and Easter
Preach sound, biblical, engaging, and practical sermons
Provide pastoral care, including home and hospital visits as needed
Work collaboratively with the Vestry to support and develop parish life
Encourage and equip lay leadership and shared ministry
Foster parish growth through evangelism, hospitality, and community engagement
Maintain positive relationships with neighboring churches, Temple Sinai, and the wider community
Desired Gifts and Qualities
Deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ
Ordained priest in good standing in the ACNA, or eligible for licensing by the Bishop
Commitment to Anglican doctrine and practice
Servant-hearted leadership style with strong relational skills
Ability to work effectively in a small, geographically dispersed parish
Visionary yet practical; able to help a small parish grow sustainably
Committed to discipleship and growing the spiritual gifts of all in the parish
Time Commitment & Compensation This is a part-time position. Specific hours, responsibilities, and compensation will be determined in consultation with the Vestry and Diocese, in accordance with diocesan guidelines.