The Church of the Resurrection | Surfside Beach, SC
- Location: Surfside Beach
- Diocese: South Carolina
- Avg. Attendance: 100 - 150
- Total Comp:$75,000 - $100,000
- Staff Size:3 - 5
About Our Parish
The Church of the Resurrection, Surfside in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, is a Scripture-rooted, Gospel-centered, Spirit-filled parish committed to proclaiming the resurrected hope of Jesus Christ in Surfside Beach and beyond. With a legacy of vibrant worship, strong discipleship, and community outreach, we are seeking a Rector called by God to shepherd our congregation into its next season of growth, health, and mission. The Rector is the spiritual leader and chief pastor of the parish, responsible for preaching and teaching the Word of God, administering the sacraments, overseeing staff and ministries, and leading the parish into deeper discipleship, mission, and unity in Christ. This is a full-time position that requires maturity of faith, pastoral care, collaborative leadership, and theological depth in the Anglican tradition.
About Our Community
Surfside Beach is a small seaside community nestled in the heart of South Carolina’s Grand Strand area. It encompasses 2 miles of pristine beach, enjoys a temperate climate and is both an active residential community and a thriving vacation destination. Proudly called the Family Beach, Surfside Beach strives to maintain a small-town, laid-back, child-friendly environment for its residents and guests. It is a quiet haven close to all area attractions. The Town-owned fishing pier, water park, supermarkets, mini-golf, and restaurants are all just a short walk or golf-cart ride away. Surfside Beach is located on the Grand Strand, an area known globally for its 60 miles of continuous, stunning Atlantic coastline, part of a distinct geographic, historical, and cultural region along the state’s northern coast. South Carolina has been reported as having the fastest growing population increase by the US Census Bureau and Horry County is in top 50 fifty counties in the US. Living on the Grand Strand means year round outdoor life style, affordable coastal living, and a growing and diverse economy
Position Overview
The Rector is the spiritual leader and chief pastor of the parish, responsible for preaching and teaching the Word of God, administering the Sacraments, overseeing staff and ministries, and leading the parish into deeper discipleship, mission, and unity in Christ. This is a full-time position that requires maturity of faith, pastoral care, collaborative leadership, and theological depth in the Anglican tradition.
Qualifications:
- Ordained priest in good standing with the Anglican Church in North America
- Demonstrated experience leading a parish or in significant pastoral responsibility.
- Theological degree from an accredited seminary or Anglican theological college.
- Strong preaching, leadership, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
- Committed to the authority of Scripture, the Great Commission, and the Anglican tradition.
- Warm, humble, and relational pastoral presence.
- Ability to lead both staff and laity in a team-based ministry model.
Please refer to Rector Search on our website for further details.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $75,000 - $100,000
Please contact the Search Team ([email protected]) for details.
Additional Information
How to Apply:
Please submit the following materials to the Search Committee ([email protected]):
- A cover letter expressing your interest and sense of call.
- Current resume/CV.
- Links to at least 3 current sermon videos.
- Ministry philosophy and vision for church growth and discipleship.
- Three references (one of which must be an ecclesiastical supervisor).
