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First Presbyterian Church of Las Cruces

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Solo Pastor

Las Cruces, NM · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Overview First Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) of Las Cruces, New Mexico, is seeking an installed Solo Pastor to lead and serve our congregation as we continue more than 125 years of faithful ministry ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for presbyterian pastor in the United States is $60,902.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Presbyterian Pastor is a clergy member who leads a Presbyterian church by preaching sermons, providing spiritual guidance, and overseeing worship services. They also perform sacraments like baptism and communion, offer pastoral care, and provide leadership in church administration. Additionally, they work with elders and deacons to guide the congregation’s spiritual and organizational growth. Their role includes community outreach, teaching, and counseling members of the church.

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A typical week for a Presbyterian Pastor includes preparing and leading worship services and sermons, offering pastoral care and counseling, and facilitating church programs such as Bible studies or youth groups. You can also expect to attend committee meetings, collaborate with church staff and lay leaders, and participate in community outreach efforts. Pastors often manage administrative tasks, oversee the church’s mission and vision, and officiate at weddings, funerals, and other ceremonies. The role is dynamic and requires balancing scheduled activities with the flexibility to respond to the needs of church members and the wider community.

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To thrive as a Presbyterian Pastor, you need a solid background in theology, pastoral care, leadership, and often a Master of Divinity degree from an accredited seminary. Ordination within the Presbyterian Church (USA) and familiarity with church management software and Bible study resources are typically required. Strong soft skills include empathy, active listening, effective communication, and the ability to inspire and guide others. These qualities are vital to effectively lead a congregation, provide spiritual support, and manage the varied responsibilities of church ministry.

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Senior Pastor - Westwood Presbyterian Church

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Los Angeles, CA

$125K - $175K/yr

Full-time

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Senior Pastor - Westwood Presbyterian Church

Westwood Presbyterian Church (Los Angeles) is a multi-generational community of 300+ members with an informal motto of “More Jesus, More Fun.” We emphasize inspirational Reformed worship, classical liturgical choral music, and social mission. We are a Matthew 25 church and an Earth Care congregation.

We seek a SENIOR PASTOR who is a dynamic preacher and can take our church, established in 1947, into its next era. In addition to providing pastoral care, our new pastor will shepherd us through construction of new on-campus facilities for our church and preschool.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

Worship & Spiritual Leadership

  • Lead all aspects of ministry
  • Preach theologically grounded sermons
  • Plan worship with Music Director and other staff
  • Lead educational experiences

Strategic Leadership

  • Implement Session-adopted goals for ministry, membership growth, and finances with staff and lay leaders
  • Establish and achieve program strategy and goals
  • Nurture a culture that values diversity and shared calling
  • Work with mission partners

Pastoral Care

  • Provide grief support, crisis care, and visitation with pastors and Deacons
  • Foster congregational belonging
  • Prepare baptisms, weddings, funerals, and lead worship service

Development Project Leadership

  • Lead completion of project, with Executive Associate Pastor
  • Help connect WPC members, preschool families, and other constituencies
  • Develop faithful stewardship

Administrative Leadership

  • Supervise pastoral and director-level program staff
  • Empower Session, Deacons, staff, and volunteers
  • Moderate Session meetings and staff select committees

External Representation

  • Serve as delegate to Presbyterian gatherings
  • Act as liaison to nonprofit boards and ministry partners

Accountability

  • Be accountable to Session and Presbytery COM
  • Participate in performance reviews

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • M.Div. and PC(USA) ordination (or transfer eligible)
  • 5-10+ years pastoral leadership experience
  • Capital campaign/building project experience
  • Strong preaching and executive management skills
  • Staff and team leadership experience
  • Commitment to social justice (Micah 6:8)
  • Urban/metropolitan ministry experience
  • Optimistic, charismatic, with sense of humor

Submit a resume if interested.