Pastoral Resident: Westminster Presbyterian Church
Reformed Theological Seminary, Lancaster, New York, United States
Pastoral Resident: Westminster Presbyterian Church
Job Description: Purpose: To engage the Resident in the full scope of ministerial duties in order to further develop the character, convictions, and competencies needed for pastoral ministry in the Lord’s church as well as fulfilling internship ordination requirements.
Basic Residency Requirements (average 5 hours per week – more when not teaching Sunday School):
Preach at least 4 times and receive pastoral assessment (preaching may be in various contexts)
Lead Sunday worship in pastoral rotation
Attend session meetings and visit standing committees (occasional / attend sampling of Committee Meetings)
Attend deacons meetings and participate in diaconal activity (occasional / sampling)
Perform pastoral visitation in coordination with Pastor of Visitation
Attending presbytery meetings
Meet regularly with Pastor of Congregational Care – read and discuss key materials
Prepare for licensure and ordination
Participate in evangelism and missions work
Observe or participate in pastoral counseling sessions
Observe or participate in weddings and/or funerals
Other duties as assigned
Young Adult Ministry (average 25 hours per week):
Teaching:
Lead a regular young adults Community Group
Teach scriptures using careful observation, interpretation & personal application.
Respectfully consider non-believers’ questions, objections and inexperience.
Help others apply the gospel to their life (goals, desires, and relationships).
Cooperate with Pastor of Congregational Care when planning your teaching.
Graciously engage all stages of spiritual maturity.
Lead a men’s small group fellowship and mobilize leaders to multiply such small groups.
Lead and further develop the Leadership Team of “faithful, available and teachable” young adults.
Prioritize meeting with lay leaders for discipleship, training and encouragement.
Prioritize meeting with young adults whose concerns rise above the level of care that peers can provide. Refer people to a pastor when necessary.
Report to Pastor of Congregational Care about the health of the group as well as the progress of key leaders
Social Events
Coordinate social events at least once a month
Empower lay young adult leaders to plan events
Train young adults to reach out by modeling how to “walk in wisdom toward outsiders making the most of the opportunity.” (Col.4:5)
Facilitate the transition of college age people into the young adult ministry.
Partner with the Congregational Care Pastor to facilitate mentoring between young adults and older members of the congregation
The Fold
Work with the Leadership Team in planning and hosting bi-weekly ministry, “The Fold.”
Teach on occasion at The Fold and work with the Pastor of Congregational Care to schedule other speakers. Assist other speakers with content and logistics of speaking
Help mobilize, train, and oversee volunteers in coordination with the Young Adult Leadership team.
Plan and lead the Young Adult Fall Retreat in coordination with the Young Adult Leadership team.
Other
Attend meetings of church leadership as requested
Secondary – (average 10 hours per week):
Teach one or two quarters of Adult Sunday School on a topic pertinent to young adults chosen and planned in coordination with the Adult Ministries Committee and Pastor of Congregational Care
Attend Cross Missions conference with missions-minded young adults as time and circumstances allow
Position Qualifications: Qualifications and Education Requirements
Completed M. Div. at accredited seminary or near completion
Ordainable (preferably in the PCA denomination)
Preferred Skills
Relationally wise – aware of different attitudes, backgrounds, political views, and doctrinal backgrounds. Be able to mediate strong personalities. Be sensitive to how information is received.
Equipper – empower young adults to take responsibility for ministering effectively to one another. Develop leaders by helping individuals serve effectively on a team
A gentle spirit and a calming presence able to visit, encourage, and lift up the sick and lonely
Ability to teach and preach
Application Deadline 02/28/2026
Job Type: Internship
Salary Range: $35k-$44k
General Information Church/Organization Name Westminster Presbyterian Church
Contact Name & Contact Info (717) 569-2151
light@westpca.com
Presbyterian Church in America (PCA)
City, State Lancaster, PA
Description of Organization OUR MISSION
GLORIFY and enjoy the living God by striving for worship that is pleasing to Him.
NURTURE believers of all ages to become mature disciples of Jesus Christ: rooted in the doctrines of Scripture, zealous in prayer, holy in character, and committed to one another.
PROCLAIM the good news of faith in Christ by words of witness and deeds of mercy in Lancaster County and to all nations of the earth.
OUR VISION
REACHING the global unreached and the local unchurched.
WELCOMING with intentional hospitality to all newcomers.
SHEPHERDING with comprehensive care through shared ministry ownership.
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Job Description: Purpose: To engage the Resident in the full scope of ministerial duties in order to further develop the character, convictions, and competencies needed for pastoral ministry in the Lord’s church as well as fulfilling internship ordination requirements.
Basic Residency Requirements (average 5 hours per week – more when not teaching Sunday School):
Preach at least 4 times and receive pastoral assessment (preaching may be in various contexts)
Lead Sunday worship in pastoral rotation
Attend session meetings and visit standing committees (occasional / attend sampling of Committee Meetings)
Attend deacons meetings and participate in diaconal activity (occasional / sampling)
Perform pastoral visitation in coordination with Pastor of Visitation
Attending presbytery meetings
Meet regularly with Pastor of Congregational Care – read and discuss key materials
Prepare for licensure and ordination
Participate in evangelism and missions work
Observe or participate in pastoral counseling sessions
Observe or participate in weddings and/or funerals
Other duties as assigned
Young Adult Ministry (average 25 hours per week):
Teaching:
Lead a regular young adults Community Group
Teach scriptures using careful observation, interpretation & personal application.
Respectfully consider non-believers’ questions, objections and inexperience.
Help others apply the gospel to their life (goals, desires, and relationships).
Cooperate with Pastor of Congregational Care when planning your teaching.
Graciously engage all stages of spiritual maturity.
Lead a men’s small group fellowship and mobilize leaders to multiply such small groups.
Lead and further develop the Leadership Team of “faithful, available and teachable” young adults.
Prioritize meeting with lay leaders for discipleship, training and encouragement.
Prioritize meeting with young adults whose concerns rise above the level of care that peers can provide. Refer people to a pastor when necessary.
Report to Pastor of Congregational Care about the health of the group as well as the progress of key leaders
Social Events
Coordinate social events at least once a month
Empower lay young adult leaders to plan events
Train young adults to reach out by modeling how to “walk in wisdom toward outsiders making the most of the opportunity.” (Col.4:5)
Facilitate the transition of college age people into the young adult ministry.
Partner with the Congregational Care Pastor to facilitate mentoring between young adults and older members of the congregation
The Fold
Work with the Leadership Team in planning and hosting bi-weekly ministry, “The Fold.”
Teach on occasion at The Fold and work with the Pastor of Congregational Care to schedule other speakers. Assist other speakers with content and logistics of speaking
Help mobilize, train, and oversee volunteers in coordination with the Young Adult Leadership team.
Plan and lead the Young Adult Fall Retreat in coordination with the Young Adult Leadership team.
Other
Attend meetings of church leadership as requested
Secondary – (average 10 hours per week):
Teach one or two quarters of Adult Sunday School on a topic pertinent to young adults chosen and planned in coordination with the Adult Ministries Committee and Pastor of Congregational Care
Attend Cross Missions conference with missions-minded young adults as time and circumstances allow
Position Qualifications: Qualifications and Education Requirements
Completed M. Div. at accredited seminary or near completion
Ordainable (preferably in the PCA denomination)
Preferred Skills
Relationally wise – aware of different attitudes, backgrounds, political views, and doctrinal backgrounds. Be able to mediate strong personalities. Be sensitive to how information is received.
Equipper – empower young adults to take responsibility for ministering effectively to one another. Develop leaders by helping individuals serve effectively on a team
A gentle spirit and a calming presence able to visit, encourage, and lift up the sick and lonely
Ability to teach and preach
Application Deadline 02/28/2026
Job Type: Internship
Salary Range: $35k-$44k
General Information Church/Organization Name Westminster Presbyterian Church
Contact Name & Contact Info (717) 569-2151
light@westpca.com
Presbyterian Church in America (PCA)
City, State Lancaster, PA
Description of Organization OUR MISSION
GLORIFY and enjoy the living God by striving for worship that is pleasing to Him.
NURTURE believers of all ages to become mature disciples of Jesus Christ: rooted in the doctrines of Scripture, zealous in prayer, holy in character, and committed to one another.
PROCLAIM the good news of faith in Christ by words of witness and deeds of mercy in Lancaster County and to all nations of the earth.
OUR VISION
REACHING the global unreached and the local unchurched.
WELCOMING with intentional hospitality to all newcomers.
SHEPHERDING with comprehensive care through shared ministry ownership.
#J-18808-Ljbffr