Church Leadership


The Presbyterian Church is led by our Session of Elders

who are led by the Spirit.


Our Board of Deacons serve as the heart and hands of Christ in this community, and take the lead for helping the community as a whole to be compassionate, hospitable, prayerful, and healing for the beloved children of God.

    Church Staff


    PCG is blessed to have a professional staff team who support the mission and ministry of the church.


    Office Administrator                                             Colleen VanAllan

    Building Administrator                                        Alan Schenck

    Finance Administrator                                         Alan Schenck

    Parish Nurse                                                           Beth Nicholas

    Youth & Family Ministries Coordinator            Alfred Appiah

    Custodian                                                                Ronnie Colon

    Organist/Accompanist                                         HIRING

    Director of Music                                                   HIRING

    Nursery Care                                                           Deb Drennen


    All Staff can be contacted by phoning/emailing the office.


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    APPLICATIONS/INQUIRIES MAY BE SENT TO REV. COLIN PRITCHARD: pastor@pcgny.org



    Organist/Accompanist

    The Organist/Accompanist for The Presbyterian Church in Geneva has a vital role in supporting the worship experience of the faith community. This person will provide appropriate instrumental music for worship gatherings as well as support ensemble and solo performers as the primary accompanist.


    Responsibilities:

    • As organist/pianist select and provide appropriate instrumental music for weekly worship services.
    • As accompanist, support choirs, small groups, and soloists as needed.
    • Coordinate rehearsal schedules as needed.
    • Work with Pastor and the Worship Design Team to diversify musical styles and opportunities.
    • Other duties as required.

    Schedule:

    This is a full year position. During the program year (September-May) there are two worship services on Sunday morning. There is a single worship service during the summer schedule (June-August). Rehearsals for choirs and other groups or soloists as required.


    Qualifications:

    • Demonstrated competency in organ/piano performance. This includes sight reading of instrumental and accompanist materials.
    • Familiarity with a variety of musical styles and pieces appropriate for worship.
    • Highly motivated to partner with pastor and other leaders in creating a new program.
    • Excellent communication skills, both in-person and electronic.
    • Administratively organized.
    • Person of active Christian faith practice.
    • Flexibility and willingness to serve on a team.
    • Academic degree in music preferred.

    Accountability: This position is accountable to the Head of Staff (Pastor) and Session.


    Compensation and Benefits:

    • Paid per service and rehearsal time ($200-375 per week)
    • 1 week paid vacation
    • Accrued sick time
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    Director of Music

    The Director of Music is the primary staff person supporting music as a central element of worship experiences as well as the church ministry as a whole. Working with ensembles, small groups, and individuals this person will guide, recruit, and encourage a variety of musical offerings in support of the proclamation of the Gospel. This person will play a vital role in creating a new model of music programming.

    Responsibilities:

    • Plan, rehearse, and support all musical offerings throughout the year. Be present as requested at worship services, with the exception of vacation or sick time.
    • Direct Vocal and Bell choirs for monthly/seasonal offerings.
    • Coordinate rehearsal schedules as needed.
    • Work with Pastor and the Worship Design Team to plan music for each season of the church calendar.
    • Work with Pastor and the Worship Design Team to diversify musical styles and opportunities.
    • Support seasonal children’s music programs.
    • Encourage and recruit church/community members to participate in musical offerings.
    • Coordinate with other staff and ministries for facility use and programming.
    • Support the church's commitment to fully inclusive programming.
    • Attend Staff/Session meetings as requested.
    • Requested time off requires 2 weeks due notice to the Head of Staff.
    • Other duties as required.

    Schedule:

    Full year position salaried for 1/3 time (12 hrs/wk). Ensembles/soloists perform during the later service on Sunday mornings during the program year (September-May). A single service is offered during our summer schedule (June-August). Ensemble choirs participate during the program year. Soloists and non-choir groups offer music throughout the year. Seasonal and special services are offered as needed. Rehearsals and staff meetings as required. Worship Design Team meeting once a month.

    Qualifications:

    • Experience with directing vocal ensembles.
    • Familiarity with a variety of musical styles and pieces appropriate for worship.
    • Highly motivated to partner with pastor and other leaders in creating a new program.
    • Excellent communication skills, both in-person and electronic.
    • Administratively organized.
    • Person of active Christian faith practice.
    • Flexibility and willingness to serve on a team.
    • Academic degree in music preferred.

    Accountability: This position is accountable to the Head of Staff (Pastor) and Session.

    Compensation and Benefits: $15,000-20,000 yr

    •        Salary commensurate with experience
    •        1 week paid vacation
    •        Accrued sick time
    •        Flexible unpaid time off with due notice
    •        Access to enroll in PCUSA health/dental/vision benefits






    • Flexible unpaid time off with due notice
    • Access to enroll in PCUSA health/dental/vision benefits
    • First right of refusal for weddings/funerals on site. Paid per service.