Gulf Atlantic Diocese Seeks Rector for St. Francis Parish in Fairhope, Alabama

The Anglican Church in North America (ACNA) has issued a call for a rector for St. Francis Church in Fairhope, Alabama. Located in the Point Clear community on Alabama’s Eastern Shore, the church overlooks Mobile Bay. Fairhope is described as a small-town community with a high quality of life, featuring a walkable downtown, flower-filled streets, waterfront parks, an active arts scene, recreational trails, strong public services, and exceptional schools.

The position offers a unique opportunity for a priest or family to engage in meaningful parish leadership within a beautiful coastal setting. The church is part of the Gulf Atlantic Diocese, which emphasizes established ministry partners and the potential to contribute to the growth of a healthy and growing congregation.

The rector is expected to lead with a deep love for God and His people, embodying the qualities of a mature disciple of Jesus Christ, a person of fervent prayer, and a humble shepherd. The candidate must be biblically orthodox, affirm the teaching of the ACNA catechism *To Be a Christian*, be ordained to the priesthood within the ACNA, and have experience serving as a priest in an Anglican church.

Key responsibilities include preaching the Gospel clearly and faithfully, communicating effectively, leading collaboratively, and exercising sound judgment in the practical stewardship of parish life. The rector should have experience in supervising church staff, administering ministries, managing budgets and finances, and utilizing contemporary technology.

The call emphasizes the importance of a rector who can contribute to the ongoing vitality of the church and the broader community. For more information, interested candidates can review the full profile at the Gulf Atlantic Diocese website.

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