Parkdale United Church
Full time Ministry, 40 hours per Week
Minister of Word and Sacrament
Start: Summer/Fall 2025
www.parkdaleunitedchurch.ca
Parkdale United Church in Ottawa, Ontario, has an opening for a full time Minister of Word and Sacrament. This role provides oversight and leadership for the spiritual development and growth of the congregation. The Minister of Word and Sacrament is the preacher, teacher and shepherd for all in the diverse and active congregation.
This position functions as the Team Leader and works in collaboration with the Congregational Designated Minister of Youth and Families (full-time 40 hours/week), the Minister for Pastoral Care (part-time 20 hours/week), the Music and Worship Arts Director (part-time), the Office Manager (full-time 30 hours/week) and the Custodian (full-time).
Parkdale is a large and diverse congregation located on the western edge of downtown Ottawa. From Sunday worship and regular faith formation programs for all ages, to wide-ranging mission, outreach and justice initiatives and regular celebrations of our many cultural traditions, we are a congregation seeking to fully engage with the mighty movement of God in society.
The incumbent will demonstrate a vibrant, passionate knowledge, belief in and commitment to the Christian faith, social justice, and theological competence. S/he will be a team player, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills to carry out being a team leader.
To learn more or apply, please email search@parkdaleunitedchurch.ca. A Community of Faith profile and job description are available on the United Church ChurchHub, or by emailing search@parkdaleunitedchurch.ca or can be viewed by clicking here: