FPC Pastor Nominating Committee

If you have a question please send it to pnc.fpcsd@yahoo.com and we will attempt to answer as many questions as we can right here on this FAQ page.

Q: Is there a job description for this position?
A: Yes, a job description is available online as part of our Church Information Form (CIF) that has been approved by the FPCSD session and the San Diego Presbytery's Committee on Ministry.

Q: What are the general statistical trends at FPCSD?
A: The PCUSA has ten year trends available online. You can review FPCSD's statistics by clicking here.

Q: Why do we need such a long process?
A: We are Presbyterians! The PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of the USA) has determined how its churches select a Pastor. While each local church votes to make the final decision, there is a Constitution and a Book of Order that must be followed. This process is designed to allow both a fair and open search as well as time for prayer and discernment.

Q: Does the PNC receive training?
A: There are many resources that the PNC has already accessed for guidance in how to conduct a pastoral search. The San Diego Presbytery has provided a member of the Committee on Ministry (COM) who has met with us and provided guidance and materials on calling a pastor.

Q: Can I email my ideas to the PNC?
A: Yes, we would love to hear from you. Look at the Contact Us page on the website for our individual email addresses, or email the whole committee at pnc.fpcsd@yahoo.com

Q: Will we be able to find out who is under consideration?
A: Due to the confidential natural of a pastoral search, only one candidate will be presented to the congregation. The congregation will have an opportunity to hear the candidate preach, and then vote on that candidate. If the candidate is not acceptable to the congregation, or declines to come, the PNC will continue their search process.

Q: What role does the Interim Pastor play in the Senior Pastor selection process?
A: While the Interim Pastor may support the PNC in their role, he is not directly involved with the work of the PNC. He is also prohibited by the Book of Order from being called as our next installed pastor under any circumstances.


	Senior Pastor Search Frequently Asked Questions If you have a question please send it to pnc.fpcsd@yahoo.com and we will attempt to answer as many questions as we can right here on this FAQ page. Q: Is there a job description for this position? A: Yes, a job description is available online as part of our Church Information Form (CIF) that has been approved by the FPCSD session and the San Diego Presbytery's Committee on Ministry. Q: What are the general statistical trends at FPCSD? A: The PCUSA has ten year trends available online. You can review FPCSD's statistics by clicking here. Q: Why do we need such a long process? A: We are Presbyterians! The PCUSA (Presbyterian Church of the USA) has determined how its churches select a Pastor. While each local church votes to make the final decision, there is a Constitution and a Book of Order that must be followed. This process is designed to allow both a fair and open search as well as time for prayer and discernment. Q: Does the PNC receive training? A: There are many resources that the PNC has already accessed for guidance in how to conduct a pastoral search. The San Diego Presbytery has provided a member of the Committee on Ministry (COM) who has met with us and provided guidance and materials on calling a pastor. Q: Can I email my ideas to the PNC? A: Yes, we would love to hear from you. Look at the Contact Us page on the website for our individual email addresses, or email the whole committee at pnc.fpcsd@yahoo.com Q: Will we be able to find out who is under consideration? A: Due to the confidential natural of a pastoral search, only one candidate will be presented to the congregation. The congregation will have an opportunity to hear the candidate preach, and then vote on that candidate. If the candidate is not acceptable to the congregation, or declines to come, the PNC will continue their search process. Q: What role does the Interim Pastor play in the Senior Pastor selection process? A: While the Interim Pastor may support the PNC in their role, he is not directly involved with the work of the PNC. He is also prohibited by the Book of Order from being called as our next installed pastor under any circumstances.