PASTORAL APPLICATION
Application Opening Date: February 8, 2026
Application Closing Date: May 8, 2026
Thank you for your interest in serving in pastoral ministry with our church. We are prayerfully seeking candidates who feel called to shepherd God’s people with humility, sound doctrine, and a heart for service.
“If anyone aspires to the office of overseer, he desires a noble task.” — 1 Timothy 3:1
HOW TO APPLY
Please review the application requirements carefully. Complete application packets should be submitted according to the following application guidelines. Incomplete submissions may delay consideration.
Step 1
Gather the required materials
All applicants must submit the following materials as part of the initial application process.
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Cover Letter
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Current Resume
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Ministerial Credentials
Copy of Ministerial License
Copy of Certificate of Ordination
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Educational Documentation
Copies of degrees or relevant certificates from theological studies at Bible college and/or seminary
Official or unofficial transcripts from theological training institutions
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Sermon Samples
Links to two recent video recordings of sermons that reflect your current preaching ministry
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Five (5) Letters of Recommendation
Two (2) Clergy references
Two (2) Layperson references
One (1) Personal reference
Submission Methods
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Upload documents directly within the online application.
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Email documents to: fphcpastoralsearch@google.com.
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Mail documents via U.S. mail to:
First Pentecostal Holy Church
c/o Pastoral Search Team
324 Pusey Street
Chester, PA 19013
Step 2
Complete the online application form here
Additional Application Information and Disclosures
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All applications and supporting materials will be handled with prayerful consideration and confidentiality.
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All submitted applications will be acknowledged via email.
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Additional documents or information may be requested during the interview process.
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Submission of an application does not guarantee advancement to the interview stage.