Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church (PHPC) is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA), called by God, redeemed by Jesus Christ, sustained by the Holy Spirit, seeking to grow in faith and Christian discipleship.

The ministries and mission of the church are guided by PHPC’s vision statement: Trusting that all belong to God. Living like we belong to one another. This statement was created and adopted by the Session (the elected leadership body) of the congregation after much discernment. PHPC believes our purpose is to be a community in which people belong, no matter where they are on their journey of faith, life, or love.

Purpose: To serve the church by providing pastoral care in coordination with the Senior Associate Pastor. This position is responsible for following all policies and core processes that embody the PHPC Core Values.

Accountability: The Parish Associate shall be directly responsible to the Senior Associate Pastor and, through them, to the Staff Committee. The Senior Associate Pastor will review the Parish Associate's performance in accordance with procedures established by the Staff Committee.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide pastoral care in coordination with the Senior Associate Pastor.
2. Pray for the church during the time of pastoral service.
3. Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Associate Pastor.

The above noted position description is not intended to describe in detail the multitude of tasks that are assigned, but rather to give the individual a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. Essential functions will change as the nature of ministry demands change.

 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Serves the Goals of the Church: Works to accomplish the overall goals of the church within the scope of the position.
• Communication/Hospitality: Communicates effectively and professionally (both verbally and written) with all members, staff, and guests. Generates a sense of hospitality through their very presence; communicates availability, warmth, openness, and approachability.
• Interpersonal Skills: Establishes good working relationships; works well with people at all levels; considers the impact of their actions on others; uses diplomacy and tact; is approachable; avoids communication triangles.
• Spiritual Life: Be a passionate and faithful follower of Jesus Christ who is willing to share the Gospel in both word and deed, to think theologically, to minister relationally, and to live missionally.

Required Schedule: to be discussed with Senior Associate Pastor. (Average of 10 hours per week)

PHPC Staff Core Values:

• We are networkers for people’s good.
• We create spaces of belonging.
• We are invested in one another.
• We are growth-oriented, self-starters.
• We strive for excellence, not perfection.