Senior Pastor – Syracuse, NY

Syracuse Alliance Church is seeking a Lead Pastor who can lead the congregation in reaching and serving the surrounding community.

Syracuse Alliance Church is a multicultural church with a membership of 126 and an average attendance of approximately 172, located in Syracuse, NY. Professional demographics reports reflect a diverse group, including predominately white and black/African American populations, and smaller Hispanic/Latino and Asian populations. We appear to be trending toward more single-parent families with elementary and middle school-age children in lower to middle-income households.

In our self-assessment, much of the church's membership falls into the employed, educated middle class within a 10-mile radius. Our observations of the immediate neighborhood are different. We see needy people experiencing homelessness, generational poverty, addiction, and a lack of income and resources. We have made some progress in the areas of educational and other tangible assistance.

This is our mission field, and it is the reason we seek a bold man of God who will identify with our community and reach out with a fresh vision.

The suitable candidate must have the following qualifications:

• Currently be an ordained pastor, preferably with senior pastor experience.
• Possess sound theological knowledge and experience leading multiple staff.
• Candidates already licensed with the C&MA are preferred; but all candidates must be able to meet licensing and ordination requirements with the C&MA.

Additionally, we are seeking a pastor who:

• Has a vision for reaching our multiracial, multiethnic community with the love of Christ.
• Has experience with an urban church and/or has a calling to serve in an urban setting.
• Has the ability to minister to the community around us.
• Has a commitment to outreach to those far from God, both at home and abroad.

Responsibilities would include:

• Effective preaching directed to a multicultural, multiracial/ethnic congregation, creating a pathway for people to learn about Jesus and make life-changing decisions to follow Him.
• Lead the Elder Board in collaboration with the Head Elder, casting vision for the entire church.
• Direction and oversight of Pastoral staff collaborating on the vision and execution of the ministries for which they are responsible.
• Direction and oversight of the Office staff.
• Provide pastoral care for the Elders, Pastoral staff, and volunteer lay staff where appropriate.
• Provide/continue with a leadership development structure, developing both staff and lay ministry leaders who will carry out the mission and vision of the church.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application and include your testimony, resume with sermon links, and other background information related to the position.

This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website

Please do not contact the church directly.