I am deeply drawn to the Lead Pastor opportunity at Fremont Presbyterian Church because of its strong foundation in Christ-centered, biblical teaching and its heart for mission. The church’s location in East Sacramento, near River Park and Sacramento State University, provides a unique opportunity to minister to a diverse community, from young families to students to an established elderly population. Fremont’s long-standing presence in Sacramento, with over 150 years of ministry, reflects a history of faithfulness, resilience, and a deep love for its neighbors. I am inspired by the church’s commitment to serving those in need, whether through partnerships with local schools, ministries to the homeless, or thriving youth programs like Upward Basketball and Volleyball. Most importantly, I resonate with Fremont’s mission to create lifelong followers of Jesus and to pursue His transformation in the neighborhood, the city, and the world.
Fremont Presbyterian Church sits on the edge of East Sacramento, a well-established area of older homes populated primarily by upper middle class families. The church sits at the entrance to the somewhat secluded neighborhood of River Park, an enclave of single-family homes leading to the American River on its northern edge. Within walking distance to the south sits Sacramento State University. This campus has burgeoned in the past three decades to a school year population of 33,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
Because transportation in Sacramento is centered around a car culture, the membership draws from several neighboring parts of the city and even neighboring towns. But most come from areas to the east of the church. Young families from the church are involved in activities typical for people raising children—sports, school, other youth activities. The church has a significant elderly population, and the immediate church community invests in caring for that population.
Fremont Presbyterian Church is seeking a Lead Pastor to preach, teach and shepherd the leaders of the church. This ordained position is responsible for providing Christ-centered vision and leadership to ensure the local church body is equipped to fulfill the mission of creating space for people to become lifelong followers of Jesus and relentlessly pursue His transformation of our neighborhood, our city, and the world.
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