Rector

Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church, located in the picturesque Sonoran Desert in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a thriving spiritual community where clergy laity, and staff come together in worship, service, and discipleship. With a seven-building campus that has grown alongside the surrounding community, Saint Barnabas is a hub of vibrant ministries and outreach. Known for its ability to unite individuals with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, Saint Barnabas is a place where mutual respect and shared faith create a strong and welcoming foundation. The congregation now seeks a Rector who will honor and nurture this spirit, providing visionary spiritual leadership and walking with them on their journey of faith. 

The Rector will lead a talented team that includes three associate priests, three deacons, and a dedicated group of full-time and part-time lay staff. Saint Barnabas offers a flourishing Sunday School and Youth Ministry program, a two-week summer camp that hosts more than 200 children, and numerous opportunities for parishioners to serve in worship ministries, outreach programs, pastoral care, and contemplative life. Scottsdale is a growing suburb of Phoenix, our nation’s fifth-largest city, and Saint Barnabas is deeply rooted in a community known for its character, livability, and diversity. 

This pivotal pastoral and institutional leadership role requires a dynamic, inspiring, collaborative, and nurturing leader committed to providing spiritual guidance and oversight rooted in the Gospels and the teachings of Jesus. The Rector will be responsible for creating an environment where all feel welcome, sustaining a thriving congregational life, developing and empowering a highly engaged lay leadership, and inspiring growth through creative programs and outreach initiatives. Overseeing an operating budget of over $2M and a substantial endowment, the Rector is charged with the church’s operational health while inspiring members to deepen their faith and actively participate in its mission. 

Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Please submit all inquiries, nominations, and applications (including resumes and letters of interest) electronically below. 

More information can also be found on the Saint Barnabas website. 

Ernest Brooks is leading this search with Annah Wells. 

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Isaacson, Miller and Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. If you have any accommodation or access needs, we are happy to provide reasonable accommodations.