St Andrew’s Episcopal Church
Search Committee Newsletter
December 2008

Once again, we thank everyone who participated in the parish survey. Attached is a summary of the results of the survey as they relate to the Rector search. In addition, the complete survey results can be viewed as part of the recently updated Parish Profile. The survey information was essential in completing the two most important components of the applicant package: St. Andrew’s Parish goals and the four fundamental responsibilities of the Rectors job (see attached).

November was a pivotal month for our search for a new Rector. From our first search committee meeting August 6 through the end of November, the search committee, in partnership with the Vestry, and parishioners has been preparing all the documentation the Church Deployment Office (CDO) requires for the initial job posting. The documentation packet is very thorough and, once posted, is intended to begin the screening process right away. Applicants need to be serious in order to pursue this layer of the application process.

At this time, the posting package has been approved by Brian Nordwick, Diocesan Deployment Officer! The application package is expected to be posted on the nationwide Church Deployment Office website the week of December 15th. In addition, interested applicants are encouraged to go to our website www.saintandrewsbenlomond.org to find information about the Rector position, the updated Parish Profile, this current newsletter that describes the search process status, and application contact information.

The search committee expects to receive the pre-screened applicant responses from the Diocese of El Camino Real after Bishop Mary, Brian Nordwick and others have reviewed them. We expect to receive the Rector applications from the diocese by mid-January 2009. Once received, the search committee will begin the sensitive work of reviewing both the resumes and responses to specific questions that were asked in the job application.

We appreciate all prayers and good thoughts as we continue our search for our next Rector.

Your search committee servants,

Shealagh Devlin, Rochelle Kelly, Gene Kodner, Jean Templemen, Ray Wentz, Maggie Williams,

2008 Parish Survey Results

Section A: Qualities Desired in a Rector

First Most Important: #1
I desire a rector who is able to communicate an understanding of the Bible and Christian Theology

Second Most Important: #4
I desire a rector who is available to people at critical points in their life.

Third Most Important: #23
I desire a rector who is a good preacher.

Fourth Most Important: #21
I desire a rector who is a strong leader able to work with people of diverse views and backgrounds.

Fifth Most Important: #25
I desire a rector who supports and attends parish functions.

Section B: Church Functions

First Most Important: #1
Feeling the holiness in St. Andrew’s Church

Second Most Important: #2
Welcoming and incorporating new members.

Third Most Important: #16 and 18
Making Music an integral part of the worship service.
Supporting parish fellowship by bringing all ages together.

Fourth Most Important: #16
Making music an integral part of the worship service

Fifth Most Important: #23
Making individual parishioners feel needed.

Section C: Episcopal Services

First Most Important: #1
Providing a sung Eucharist

Second Most Important: #3
Providing services using traditional music. (I.e. our hymnal)

Third Most Important: #6 and 9
Providing services using music from diverse sources.
Providing family oriented services for younger families.

Fourth Most Important: #6 and 8
Providing services using music from diverse sources.
Providing services using singing and chanting parts. (I.e. Taize)

Fifth Most Important: #9
Providing family oriented services for younger families.

St. Andrew’s Parish Goals

1. To serve God and our neighbors through prayer, ministry, education and fellowship
2. To be an engaging and lively community welcoming people in all of their diversities
3. To be a place of spiritual nourishment for all people, but especially youth and young families
4. To explore diverse sources of musical praise while maintaining our rich, traditional musical heritage.

Rector Position Responsibilities (summarized)

1st Responsibility: The rector must be able to communicate an understanding of the Bible and Christian theology.

2nd Responsibility: The rector must be available to people at critical points in their life.

3rd Responsibility: The rector must be a good worship leader and preacher.

4th Responsibility: The rector must be a leader in church growth and development.

Rector’s Job Description
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
Ben Lomond, CA

The Rector shall lead the congregation as pastor, priest and teacher, sharing in the councils of the congregation and of the whole Church, in communion with the Bishop, by word and action, informed at all times by the Holy Scriptures, the Book of Common Prayer, and the Constitution and Canons of the Episcopal Church and the Diocese of El Camino Real.

The Rector shall proclaim the gospel, love and serve Christ’s people, nourish them, and strengthen them to glorify God in this life and the life to come.

The most important duties of the rector are sermons, worship services and pastoral care.

This position is 60 percent full-time (a part-time priest). This corresponds to 24 hours per week.

The following duties are suggested:
Worship Services
The Rector will be responsible for services on at least three Sundays per month, including liturgy and sermon.

Pastoral Care
The Rector will provide counseling in times of crisis, to also include marriage counseling, pre-baptismal consultation, confirmation and grief counseling.

Administration
The Rector will supervise the parish secretary and the organist/choir director and will provide the Vestry with annual performance reviews for these parish employees.

The Rector is an ad hoc member of the Vestry. The Rector also will assist with the preparation of the annual Parochial Report.

Parish Social Activities
The Rector will attend at least 50 percent of parish social functions.

Pre-School Chaplain
The Rector will serve as chaplain for the pre-school children once per month and will attend the quarter pre-school board meetings of the pre-school.

Office Hours
The Rector will keep regular office hours.