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Pastoral Search 2025

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Overview

Transformed By Grace, Poured Out For Others.

Zion Church is a gospel-centered, multi-generational community committed to being transformed by God’s grace and pouring out that grace in service to others. Rooted in rich biblical teaching and reverent worship, we seek to make disciples who love Jesus and live out their faith in everyday life. With a heart for discipleship, mission, and hospitality, Zion is a place where people can belong, grow, and be sent to further God’s kingdom.

Zion Church gathers for worship every Sunday at 9:00 a.m., followed by an Education Hour from 10:15–11:15 a.m. where children, youth, and adults grow together through age-appropriate classes. Our services blend rich liturgy with heartfelt worship, including Scripture, song, prayer, creeds, biblical preaching, and weekly communion.

Big-City Amenities, Small-Town Feel

About Lincoln

Lincoln, Nebraska, offers a unique blend of Midwestern warmth, vibrant city life, and strong community values—making it an ideal place for a family to thrive. In Lincoln, you’ll find not just a congregation to lead, but a city that welcomes you with open arms and space to plant deep roots.

Lincoln is the capital city of Nebraska and the second-most populous city in the state after Omaha. Lincoln is home to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, which gives it a strong college-town atmosphere, full of vibrant sports culture and innovative energy.

Lincoln blends urban amenities with a small-town rhythm and offers a high quality of life, low cost of living (6.4% below the national average) and a strong sense of community. Its economy is diverse, driven by government, education, healthcare, manufacturing, and tech sectors. In 2024, Lincoln was ranked by Niche in the Top 24 Best Cities to Buy a House, and according to Livability, is considered #9 of the Top 100 Places To Live in the U.S. The city is known for its safe and family-oriented environment, and bike riders or runners will find 130 miles of trail routes and beautiful parks throughout all of its neighborhoods.

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Areal view of Lincoln Nebraska
About The Role

Candidate Profile

Qualifications:

  • A vision and values fit who understands and embraces Zion’s DNA and commitment to reformed theology, discipleship, missions, and a liturgical approach to worship.
  • An exegetical Preacher who is relatable, biblically faithful, and self-aware
  • A missional Leader who intentionally builds individuals, teams, and ministries.
  • A relational Shepherd who is warm, friendly, people-oriented, and intentionally caring.
  • An ordained (or eligible for ordination in the Platte Valley Presbytery) minister in the PCA with at least 8-10 years of pastoral and staff leadership experience at a mid-sized (300-500) or large church (500-800).

Compensation: The total compensation package ranges from$120,000 to $150,000, commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. The package includes salary, housing allowance, benefits, and applicable taxes. The final structure of the compensation will be customizable based on the candidate’s preferences within approved guidelines. In addition, the position includes paid time off, study leave, and access to a sabbatical policy, in alignment with church personnel policies.

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Interested In taking the next step?

Apply Today

Application Process
To apply or recommend a candidate, please email Rev. Dr. Jeff Lee:
Rev. Dr. Jeff Lee | Bridg Consulting Firm LLC
jeff@bridgconsultingfirm.com
(703) 727-2744

What To Email
Applicants, please email these documents:
• 1 Page Cover Letter
• Resume/CV
• 1-2 Page Testimony
• Links to 2 Sermons
• 3 References and Contact Information

Have a Specific Question?
Senior Pastor Search Committee Chair (SPSC)
Deacon: Scott Nelson, application@zionpca.com

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