OPEN POSITIONS

WHY CONSIDER MINISTRY IN NEW ENGLAND?

There is a great opportunity and need for the gospel to transform New England.

Gallup polls place the six states of New England in the top ten least religious states in the nation, including the top four (Vermont, Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts)

  • According to the Barna Group, the five most post-Christian cities in America are all located in New England: Springfield, Massachusetts; Portland, Maine; Providence, Rhode Island; Burlington, Vermont; and Boston, Massachusetts.

  • Only 1-3% of the population attends an evangelical church

  • In more rural communities, it is not uncommon for there to be only one or no evangelical church at all.

Alliance New England is a Christ-centered, Acts 1:8 family. As a part of this family, you will find community, care, resources, developmental opportunities and challenge.

  • Our pastors meet together regularly in geographic clusters for purposes of prayer, development, personal connection and collective mission.

  • Leaders are available to walk alongside you and your church through the ups and downs of ministry and life.  

  • We are a regional district of The Christian & Missionary Alliance, a world-wide global movement more than 6 million strong. There are over 2,000 Alliance churches in the U.S. When you become a part of Alliance New England, you are part of a true movement of God in the world today.

New England is a place of influence. 

  • The Boston-metro area has a global role as an innovation hub – a world leader in higher education, advanced R&D, healthcare and life sciences.  

  • Boston has a highly skilled workforce and is considered a “knowledge capital” city, often ranked in the top ten of the world, and #1 for biotech and pharmaceuticals, and #2 for medical science and nanotechnology.

  • Over 250,000 students live in the Boston area, with 54 colleges located here.

  • Four Ivy league schools are located in New England

  • Students who come to New England for their education go on to become leaders in medicine, tech, education and law.  Internationals students 

  • Return to their home countries.  Reaching a student with the gospel can have national and global impact for Christ.

New England is incredibly diverse in so many ways.

  • Four beautiful and unique seasons – all enjoyable in their unique ways and for the variety of recreation they afford

  • A landscape that ranges from mountain tops to fields & farmland, from deep forests to bustling cityscapes & high-rise skylines, from rugged coastal cliffs to beautiful sandy beaches.

  • Ethnically diverse cities and urban centers.  Among others, Boston, Hartford and Providence are all minority-majority cities.

INTERESTED IN JOINING US?

We are currently seeking candidates for the following positions:

Pastoral Residencies

Alliance New England is the regional office of the Christian & Missionary Alliance, which serves 50 churches located throughout the six New England States.  Our churches are located in urban, suburban and rural areas; range in size from 30 to 1,200+, worship in multiple languages and approach ministry in a myriad of ways.  Yet together they are working to bring the hope of Jesus Christ and the gospel to all parts of the region.

A residency is an opportunity to cultivate the art of pastoral ministry, gain practical experience and develop key skills while serving in a healthy congregation. Through the approximately two-year experience, a resident is immersed in the life and leadership of the church, with the opportunity to support, lead and develop ministries, serving alongside the senior pastor and lay leaders, all while building their foundation for service to Christ and his Church. This is all conducted with great intentionality, but also in a spirit of providing time and opportunity for observation, experiences, mentorship, development and candid feedback. A pastoral resident may focus on a particular ministry area (i.e. working with youth), multiple ministries (i.e. youth & worship) or in generalized pastoral ministry.

Our residencies are compensated positions and some residencies will include housing.  Candidates should have a strong calling for pastoral leadership, a passion for helping churches in New England reach the unchurched, and a deep desire for mentored development.  A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Bible, Pastoral Ministry or other ministry-related field is preferred, however, opportunities to obtain this are also available through the program.  All candidates must be able to meet licensing requirements with the Christian & Missionary Alliance. At the completion of the residency, the intention is that the resident would seek and find placement in Alliance New England for further ministry as a staff pastor, lead or solo pastor, or church planter.

For more detailed information regarding our residency program, visit our Residency Page.

To be considered for this opportunity, please forward your resume and any accompanying materials to the New England District office of the C&MA, attention Holly Skalberg, as listed below.

Resident, Bennington, VT

Cradled in the Green Mountains, Bennington, Vermont (pop. ~15,000), is a historic town where New England charm meets a vibrant arts scene and outdoor adventure. You’ll love the tight-knit community, stunning fall foliage, and a culture that celebrates local crafts, cozy coffee shops, and year-round festivals like the Bennington Battle Day. It’s an inspiring place to grow in faith and ministry!

Missionary Alliance Church invites you to join our Residency program, offering a well-rounded ministry experience with a strong emphasis on discipleship. As a resident, you’ll engage in pastoral care, small group leadership, preaching, and outreach, all while being mentored by seasoned leaders. This hands-on role equips you for vocational ministry, culminating in licensing and readiness for ordination with Alliance New England of the Christian & Missionary Alliance.

Candidates should be passionate Christ-followers, eager to make disciples, and eligible for C&MA licensing (or willing to pursue it). See above information regarding the ANE Residency Program for more information.

To be considered for this opportunity, please forward your resume and any accompanying materials to the New England District office of the C&MA, attention Holly Skalberg, as listed below.

Please do not contact the church directly.

Pastor of Care, Discipleship & Small Groups, Essex, VT

Nestled near Burlington, Essex Junction, VT, offers a welcoming village vibe with top-notch schools, a thriving local scene, and proximity to Lake Champlain’s beauty—perfect for anyone who loves community and nature. You’ll love being part of a tight-knit community that values faith, family, and outdoor adventure.  Join Essex Alliance Church to advance our mission of “making disciples, making more disciples, making better disciples.” We’re hiring a full time Pastor of Care, Discipleship & Small Groups to encourage and serve our congregation. You’ll oversee Care Ministries—performing weddings/funerals, visiting hospitals and homes, leading programs like Divorce Care, and managing benevolent funds—while recruiting and training volunteers. In Discipleship & Small Groups, you’ll resource and train leaders, develop materials, and drive innovative strategies for spiritual growth.

Qualified candidates are devoted Christ-followers, licensed in the Christian & Missionary Alliance (or willing to pursue it), and aligned with EAC’s vision. You’ll need strong communication skills, a “can-do” attitude, and the ability to multitask in a team setting. Preaching on occasion and sharing “on-call” duties are also required. To be considered for this position, please forward your resume and any accompanying materials to the New England District office of the C&MA, attention Holly Skalberg, as listed below.

Please do not contact the church directly.

Pastor - Providence, RI

International Alliance Church (IAC), an urban church located in Providence, RI is seeking a bi-vocational or part time pastor to provide spiritual and pastoral leadership to a congregation that is in transition.  Founded in 1980, IAC has had a very effective ministry with the Cambodian population in and around Providence, Rhode Island.  As much of that population has gradually moved away from the area, the church now finds itself in what has become largely a Hispanic and African American neighborhood.  A new vision has been cast to reach these neighbors with the gospel and to fully embrace the name of the church by becoming a truly international church, welcoming worshippers from all ethnicities and walks of life.  To this end, we are seeking an English-speaking leader who is comfortable and experienced in a multi-ethnic and cross-cultural environment.  Someone who can cast vision, cross boundaries, build cohesion and unity, and live incarnationally in an urban setting. As part of their vision to reach and serve their neighborhood, IAC offered its sizable facility for use as a C&MA Envision site.  Plans are now underway for staffing and launching of this ministry. 

Providence is the capital and most populous city (191,000 people) in the state of Rhode Island. It is a compact, thriving city that offers vibrant business, educational and cultural opportunities within the backdrop of New England history.  IAC is located in the Elmwood neighborhood of Providence, one of the city’s most ethnically, culturally and racially diverse neighborhoods.  More than 52% of its residents were born in another country. This area also faces the typical urban economic challenges, including the children, , Elmwood is also a community with considerable assets, including a historic district with beautifully restored Victorian homes; two thriving and well-traveled commercial corridors; and a number of parks and community gardens.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Bible, Pastoral Ministry or other ministry-related field and five years’ experience in vocational ministry preferred. All candidates must be able to meet licensing and ordination requirements with the C&MA.

To be considered for this position, please forward your resume and any accompanying materials to the New England District office of the C&MA, attention Holly Skalberg, as listed below.

Please do not contact the church directly.

These are the current open positions within Alliance New England.

To be considered, please forward your resume to Holly Skalberg as listed below.

Please do not contact the church directly unless otherwise noted.

Holly Skalberg

Alliance New England
PO Box 288
South Easton, MA 02375
holly@alliancenewengland.org