About Us
As a ministry of Mission to North America (MNA), Ministry to State ministers to those serving in
government at the state and national levels, as well as internationally.
Ministry to State (MTS) seeks to accomplish this by: 1) exposing those in the government to the transforming truths of the gospel; 2) providing encouragement and support in the development of a Biblical world view for those in government who profess faith in Christ; 3) contributing to establish and maintain a Biblical conscience throughout the government community; 4) providing a healthy means to connect the church in non-partisan manner with those in government; and 5) promoting and facilitating specific and intelligent prayer by the body of Christ for those serving in government. Currently, MTS operates out of eleven state capitals and Washington, D.C.
Position Summary
The position of Ministry Associate for Commons reports to Associate Director of Washington DC. The
incumbent will implement and oversee the MTS Commons Ministry, a ministry to interns who serve in
a variety of offices in the DC Capitol Hill complex. The incumbent will also engage in ministry with other
Congressional staff for the sake of the gospel and the Kingdom of God.
All responsibilities and tasks associated with the role of Ministry Associate for Commons will ultimately
help to fulfill MNA’s purpose to cultivate Kingdom advancement through the PCA in North America.
Roles and Responsibilities
o Initiates and builds relationships with Congressional staffers and interns for the sake of evangelism, prayer, spiritual edification and discipleship.
o Develops and oversees Commons ministry, a year-long ministry to interns serving on Capitol Hill
o Develops and maintains one-on-one discipling relationships with Hill interns
o Develops a network of interns for the Commons ministry while constantly reaching out to include new interns
o Organizes, plans, and teaches Bible studies, including arranging for the location
o Organizes and directs evangelistic events and activities
o Assists in organizing and leading Bible studies, evangelistic events and activities for Congressional staff
o Ensures that effective and timely communications regarding MTS activities and events are maintained
with ministry contacts
o Creates podcasts and/or written material for ministering to Congressional staff and interns, including
monthly devotionals
o Helps develop among others an integrated understanding of faith and work, and how to apply a Biblical
worldview to government work
o Speaks at churches and shares from the Bible about ministering to those serving in government
o Develops and maintains financial support, and regularly communicates with donors
o Meet regularly with the Associate Director of Washington DC regarding the progress of ministry staff and
activities.
o Works with other MTS staff to further the mission and vision of MTS
Qualifications
o Christian whose life reflects mature, spiritual growth
o A Christian who views the position as both a vocation (responsibility) and as a ministry (service)
o Ordained or has the credentials to receive ordination in the Presbyterian Church in America, with a heart for prayer, commitment to personal growth, and consistent dependence on Jesus
Education:
o Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably from an accredited, theologically reformed seminary.
Skills/Abilities:
o Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationship in a politically and socially diverse environment.
o Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
o Ability to raise and maintain support.
o Ability to work well independently.
Additional Information
MTS views the government (WCF 23) as a mission field; therefore, the incumbent will need to raise full
support before beginning work in the nation’s capital.