When Milestone began in the fall of 2021, we couldn’t be together in-person (due to COVID-19), so our focus at that time was finding a space so we could meet in-person, one Sunday a month.  In the fall of 2022 we officially launched our in-person services and we’ve been meeting this way for about 2 years. 

In May 2024, a Pastor Search Team was commissioned to identify the best candidate to become Milestone's new Pastor. The team is chaired by Dawn Guthrie, and also includes Rich Maertens and Frank Guthrie. Assisting the Pastor Search Team is our Leadership Team and Elders.  Everyone has been working hard behind the scenes to make this a reality.

Through your generosity, God has provided us with the resources to begin the process of hiring a pastor.  Championing Milestone’s vision, mission, values and beliefs, our new pastor will have a hunger to build-up and grow Milestone Church and reach those in our community who are seeking, starting or returning to faith. 

 

FAQ's

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​Why Is Milestone Hiring A Pastor Now?

We feel the timing is right to hire a pastor who will be able to help us champion Milestone’s vision, mission, values and beliefs. Our new pastor will have a hunger to build-up and grow Milestone Church and reach those in our community who are seeking, starting or returning to faith.

 

 

​​​How Long Will This Take?

We will post the job description in September 2024 and hope to have the pastor in place by the fall of 2025.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

 

 

​What Will Be The Main Responsibilities of the Pastor?

• Providing spiritual leadership for the church through partnering with the Board.

• Working together with the Board to discern and recommend new Elder candidates to the Board.

• Providing current and relevant messages, in tandem with using video messages from North Point Ministries.

• Collaborating with the pastoral/community care team in key moments, including baptisms, baby dedications, funerals, hospitalization, and counselling.

• Presenting the Bible in ways that are clear and relevant to everyone, especially those who are seeking, starting, or returning to faith.

• Collaborating with the outreach team to create partnerships with other local non-profit groups providing assistance in the community.

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Will There Still Be Teaching From North Point Communicators?

Yes, the new pastor will have the occasional opportunity to teach, in rotation, alongside other North Point Communicators such as Andy Stanley.

 

 

​​Will This Change Things At Milestone?

• The main change is that the pastor will be able to take over a lot of the daily activities that keep the church running efficiently.

• The hiring of a pastor will not change our vision, mission, or beliefs but we are confident that a pastor will enable us to live out our mission, vision, and beliefs more fully.

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​​What Can I Do To Help?

Pray: We believe God has provided us with the people and resources to take this next step. We ask that you pray for the Leadership Team as they move ahead with recruiting a new pastor.

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Give: We believe no other organization has the power to transform our community like the local church. A tax-deductible donation to Milestone will support us in our mission of Exploring who Jesus is and the life He offers. You can do this by visiting our secure giving portal.

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Share: Help us to find the right person by sharing the job posting. We truly appreciate every email, text message, or social media post that helps us to get the word out. You never know how just one small message can make a big difference.

 

​​​​​​​​​​Please feel free to email us if you have any questions.  

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​God can do more than we can imagine and we’re all very excited about taking this next step together. We're looking ahead with great anticipation as we aim to be FOR Guelph in all we do,

 

Milestone Pastor Search Team