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Children’s Ministry Director - Chicago, IL
Listed: 05-18-2022
Employer: Hyde Park Korean United Methodist Church - 5600 S. Woodlawn Ave., Chicago, IL 60637 | http://hpkumc.org/
Location: Chicago, IL
Type: Part-time
Our church is looking for someone who helps our children to grow in Christian faith with a passion. Our church is a small Korean-American church with about 6 children. According to the United Methodist Church safe sanctuary policy, a background check will be performed before hired.
Compensations: Up to $20 per hour
Responsibilities:
● Prepare and lead worship service for children from 10 am to 11 am on Sundays
● Prepare and facilitate activities from 11 am to 12 pm on Sundays
● Facilitate quarterly parents meetings
● Develop curriculum and annual budget for children’s ministry
● Facilitate annual Summer Vacation Bible School
● Email weekly newsletters to parents (every Wednesday)
● Other duties may be assigned as needed
For more info:
chicago.kacm@gmail.com (Rev. Dr. Woo Min Lee)
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Chaplain Residency - San Francisco, CA
Listed: 05-16-2022
Employer: UCSF Medical Center - Clinical Sciences Building (CSB), UCSF Spiritual Care Services, Box 0356, 521 Parnassus Ave, Room 0104, San Francisco, CA [ZIP if using USPS/UPS/FedEx: 94117; otherwise ZIP is: 94143] | (415) 353-1941 | https://ucsfspiritcare.org | https://acpe.edu/education/cpe-students
Location: San Francisco, CA
Type: Full-time
Download: Job Description - Chaplain Residency
We are currently seeking applicants for Clinical Pastoral Education at the University of California Medical Center and Benioff Children’s Hospitals in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area. We are in the midst of interview season, seeking to fill 15 Year-long (Residency) positions in our four-unit CPE program.
To Apply:
For questions or to apply by email: spiritualcareservices@ucsf.edu
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Adjunct faculty members - Kenosha, WI
Listed: 05-09-2022
Employer: Carthage College - 2001 Alford Park Drive, Kenosha, WI 53140 | (262) 551-6064 | https://www.carthage.edu/
Location: Kenosha, WI
Carthage college is currently seeking adjunct faculty members to teach primarily our core course REL 1000 Understandings of Religion and also upper-level Biblical and Christianity courses.
A Master's Degree in Religion or Theology is required for students who are interested and willing to teach at Carthage.
If you have any questions please send an email to Dr. Fatih Harpci, the Chair of Carthage's Religion Department, Associate Professor of Religion, at fharpci@carthage.edu
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Associate Pastor - Salt Lake City, UT
Listed: 05-09-2022
Employer: Mount Olympus Presbyterian Church - 3280 East 3900 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84124-2160 | (801) 277-2674 | http://www.mountolympuschurch.com/home
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Type: Part-time
Download: Job Description - Associate Pastor
Mount Olympus Presbyterian Church (MOPC) is located in a residential area of Salt Lake County by the east Interstate 215 beltway, near the beautiful foothills of the Wasatch Mountain range.
MOPC is a vibrant fellowship with a stated goal of becoming more passionate followers of Jesus Christ. Our thriving congregation is well-balanced in age distribution across all generations. We are a diverse community of believers. We welcome breadth in thoughts and views, and although we hold varying opinions, we are identified by our unity in Christ. Our top priority is creating an environment in which all people can become passionate followers of Christ! There are two Sunday worship services: 8:30 AM traditional service and 11 AM contemporary. We offer Facebook Live for remote worship at each service. MOPC has had excellent stability in their membership and staff including the tenure of the previous two pastors serving for 26 years and 14 years. Our present Senior Pastor Chris Pritchett has served in that role for two years.
MOPC has a strong history of being a mission-oriented church. The church hosts Mount Olympus Christian Child Care Center for children up through kindergarten along with an after school program. MOPC places a high priority on developing meaningful long-term relationships with the ministries that we support. Our global missions are focused on financial support to indigenous Christian ministries in Indonesia, Kenya, Myanmar, Tanzania and Tunisia, as well as sponsorship of frequent youth and adult mission trips to Nakuru, Kenya and Nassa Theological College in Tanzania. Our local missions include on-going financial and volunteer support for low-income and homeless persons, refugees, persons leaving polygamy, state-wide support for campus students through Intervarsity campus ministry, and outreach to international students at the University of Utah. Recently, our church mounted efforts to assist incoming Afghan refugees arriving in Utah.
Children’s and youth ministries are exceptionally strong at MOPC. The focus for children’s ministry is to provide the foundation of Christian education for families. Sunday school classes are run during the school year with a strong emphasis on Biblically based teaching. During the Sunday school hour, MOPC offers an opportunity for parents to gather in a class called Parents Café which centers on raising children in the Christian faith. Youth ministry is robust with over 50 youth participating in weekly meetings and activities. In addition to growing the faith journeys of our youth, our program is known throughout the valley and continuously draws students from outside the congregation to discover and explore their personal beliefs. One indicator of this program’s effectiveness is that 6 young adults have gone on to seminary training in the past 15 years.
MOPC has a strong culture of continuous learning. This is evident by the participation in adult education classes in traditional and non-traditional settings. Education classes for adults are held during the Sunday school hour and during the week. Men’s and women’s ministries exist with weekly Bible studies, a Presbyterian Women’s group, and book clubs. The women’s ministry engages in annual fellowship retreats and a fundraising bazaar.
The Board of Deacons provide an effective ministry of caring for congregational members and more intensive care is provided by our Stephen Ministry program.
MOPC hosts many fellowship activities including hiking, mountain/road biking, and golfing, as well as fielding teams in softball and basketball leagues with other local churches. Our seniors meet monthly for camaraderie and social time, which includes lunch and educational programs.
1. How will this position help you to reach your vision and mission goals?
The Associate Pastor will collaborate with our Senior Pastor to motivate and lead MOPC as we seek to grow into the church God wants us to be, challenging us to grow through Bible-based teaching, and guiding us to seek God's direction. The Associate Pastor will partner with our Senior Pastor, elders, staff, and ministry leaders to implement our vision and equip MOPC in our commitment to being Christ-centered and showing the love of God to those around us. The Associate Pastor will work to integrate people into the life of the church through small groups and fellowship opportunities. The Associate Pastor will act as a steward of MOPC’s programs nurturing the faith of all ages and provide pastoral care and compassion to those in need in the church and community around us. In the contemporary religious milieu of Salt Lake City, the person will have occasion to interact with people of different religious backgrounds and theological viewpoints. Opportunities will present for building bridges while maintaining faith in Jesus Christ. In partnership with our Senior Pastor, the Associate Pastor will work toward spiritual transformation, preaching the Gospel, teaching scripture, and modeling key characteristics of Jesus (humility, forgiveness, encouragement, truth-telling, prayerfulness, and listening to the Holy Spirit), inspiring others by example to live as disciples of Christ.
2. Provide a description of the characteristics needed by the person who is open to being called to this congregation and or organization.
We desire an Associate Pastor who has a rich and deep personal relationship with Christ and has a heart to have a life shaped by God. This is closely tied to the Associate Pastor’s study of God’s word as the guide to salvation and the ability to convey this knowledge clearly and effectively through biblical preaching and teaching. This would include regular prayer and a heart for listening and accepting God’s guidance.
MOPC is involved in a variety of ministries. The Associate Pastor position will require someone engaging and compassionate, with the ability to help identify individuals’ strengths and actively encourage service within the congregation. They will need organization and communication skills to assist in creating small group fellowship opportunities for members and friends of MOPC, and to help new and aspiring members to be welcomed and included as part of the congregation. The Associate Pastor will require the heart of a servant, willing to assist the Pastor in various pastoral responsibilities.
3. What specific tasks, assignments, and program areas will this person have responsibility?
The Associate Pastor will be responsible for the following program areas, tasks, and assignments:
Primary:
• Integrate new & existing people into ministry areas within the church, with the goal of offering all people to be part of a small group.
• Build and manage a new small group ministry, including curriculum choices, recruiting, training, and nurturing new small group leaders to provide opportunities for:
o New people and families to get connected through fellowship and community relationships
o Spiritual growth and discipleship, leading to a commitment to Jesus Christ
o A safe environment to discuss challenging topics
• Begin a fellowship group for young adults that provides a safe environment for questioning and growing spiritually, reaching out to those who are unchurched.
Secondary:
• Participate in weekly worship, including occasional preaching as requested by the pastor
• Provide Pastoral Care and Counseling through hospital and homebound visitations
• Participate in the rotation of teaching Sunday morning Adult Discipleship classes
• Serve as a faithful member of the Utah Presbytery
• Moderate staff, session, and congregational meetings in the absence of the pastor
• Conduct weddings and memorial services as requested and in the absence of the pastor.
Minimum Effective Salary: $55,000 FTE + BOP
Housing Type: Housing Allowance included in salary
To Apply:
Submit your resume to Dennis Winge at dennis.winge@hsc.utah.edu
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Director of Worship & Youth Ministries - Greensboro, NC
Listed: 05-09-2022
Employer: Christ Church Greensboro - 414 N Church St, Greensboro, NC 27401 | https://christchurchgreensboro.org/
Location: Greensboro, NC
Christ Church Greensboro is a 10-year-old church located in downtown Greensboro, NC, whose mission is to be a gospel-centered church that brings renewed life to the people of the community. Located in the heart of the city, they have a commitment to diversity and unity centered on the gospel. They are currently seeking a Director of Worship & Youth Ministries to provide significant leadership as a part of their staff team. This person will work to plan and lead weekly worship services engaging the congregation and community. This person will also give leadership to Youth Ministries providing leadership and support to build a strong youth team.
What you’ll be doing:
· Lead the weekly worship service, providing vision, leadership, and spiritual care to the worship team
· Provide training and development opportunities for worship teams, with a focus on involving more of the congregation in the worship experience
· Work on a strategic level with the senior pastor and other staff members to plan events, encourage creativity and bring an intentional focus on multiethnic and multigenerational worship elements
· Work directly with the middle and high school youth groups. Develop and coordinate a volunteer team to engage in youth ministries and develop a vision for our youth
· On an as needed basis, provide administrative and support services to volunteer ministry leaders
What characteristics you need to have:
· A thriving and dynamic personal relationship with God
· Strong vocal and musical skills with a broad exposure to current and traditional music styles
· Strong technical skills in the area of sound and video technology
· A passion for and ability to relate to a variety of people with a particular heart for youth
· Desire and ability to relate to multiple cultures and worship traditions
· Strong communication and organizational skills
· Proven experience in developing leaders and managing teams
The city of Greensboro is one of the most diverse cities in the state of North Carolina. The last 15 years have seen a significant revitalization of the downtown area with its minor league baseball park, performing arts center attracting broadway musicals, LeBauer Park as an attraction to families, the Children’s Museum, Historical Museum, and more.
Apply here: https://www.chemistrystaffing.com/christ-church-greensboro-worship
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Lead Pastor - Fairfield Bay, AR
Listed: 05-09-2022
Employer: Presbyterian Kirk of the Hills - 250 Dave Creek Pkwy, Fairfield Bay, AR 72088 | (501) 884-3304 | http://www.presbyteriankirkofthehills.com/
Location: Fairfield Bay, AR
Presbyterian Kirk of the Hills in Fairfield Bay, Arkansas is looking for a Lead Pastor. He/She will be responsible for a quality of life and relationships that commends the gospel to all persons and that communicates its joy and justice. He/She is responsible for studying, teaching, and preaching the Word, for celebrating Baptism and the Lord’s Supper, and for praying with and for the congregation. With the ruling elders, he/she is to encourage people in the worship and service of God; to equip and enable them for their tasks within the church and their mission in the world; to exercise pastoral care, devoting special attention to the poor, the sick, the troubled, and the dying; to participate in governing responsibilities.
What you’ll be doing:
· Serving as the teacher and leader of worship
· Identifying opportunities to expand the outreach of the Kirk in the community
· Provide grief and spiritual counsel
· Plan and moderate Session and congregational meetings
· Manage the staff at Presbyterian Kirk of the Hills
What you need to have:
· An approachable, trustworthy leader possessing a balance between confidence and humility with a healthy dose of charisma
· A Biblical scholar with a passion and skill to help us understand and apply the lessons of the Bible
· An outgoing man or woman who will do their best to visit with us, learn our names, and be a part of our greater community
· A supporter of a quality music program who understands and appreciate the important role of music to our congregation
Residents and visitors enjoy life in a small community surrounded by the forest and a beautiful lake. The community presents opportunities to just relax and enjoy retirement or to be as active as people would like. The air is clean and the weather temperate. There are amenities and services that exceed those in most communities of less than 2,500 population. The cost of living in the area is surprisingly low. There are places to play, to enjoy nature and to worship. Many of our current residents have moved to Fairfield Bay from metropolitan areas to find a slower pace of life in one of Arkansas’ safest and most desirable planned communities.
Apply here: https://www.chemistrystaffing.com/presbyterian-kirk-pastor
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Associate Pastor for Youth - Dunwoody, GA
Listed: 05-02-2022
Employer: Saint Luke’s Presbyterian Church - 1978 Mt. Vernon Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338 | (770) 393-1424 | www.slpres.org
Location: Dunwoody, GA
Type: Full-time
Download: Job Description - Associate Pastor for Youth
1. How will this position help you to reach your vision and mission goals?
SLPC actively seeks to engage our youth through a variety of worship, fellowship, and outreach programs. Embraced by the congregation, youth grow spiritually and personally with numerous unique opportunities to lead and serve. In addition to welcoming and connecting with youth, this position encompasses planning the youth year, recruiting volunteers needed to carry it out, and leading in the plan’s execution.
The Associate Pastor will enable the church to connect with an optimal number of youth on a regular basis. SLPC youth eagerly participate in annual mission trips and retreats focused on outreach and fellowship. SLPC seeks to encourage and build consistent participation in year-round activities (e.g., Sunday School, youth group meetings, monthly breakfast, and weeknight fellowship. New ideas are encouraged as well.)
The associate pastor serves to inform and motivate our youth, their parents, and adult volunteers, whether regular or intermittent. Volunteers are key in a successful youth program and provide opportunities for spiritual growth and intergenerational fellowship among members.
SLPC is in an exciting time of “reconstructing” our youth ministry program with the outside assistance of Ministry Architects. This agency will be present to consult with the associate pastor in guiding the growth of the youth program over the next several months.
2. Provide a description of the characteristics needed by the person who is open to being called to this congregation and/or organization.
SLPC is seeking an Associate Pastor who will meet the youth where they are as well as bring new ideas while honoring traditional programming. SLPC youth are passionate about their program and would benefit from a leader who shares in that passion and participates in their activities with an energetic spirit. An ability to balance that active fun with serious topics, deeper faith discussions, and service to others is a key attribute of the right new youth leader for SLPC.
An adaptable leader will help guide the youth out of this transitional time and into more meaningful relationships with each other, their church family, and with God. With so many unique personalities across the youth group, a terrific leader will create a space for everyone to share their insight and feelings.
An engaged leader of youth will be actively involved in their lives, recognizing that church is not the entirety of their interest and talent. Watching youth play instruments or sports, checking in after a big test, and remembering things about their lives will deepen the youth’s connection with their leader and their church.
In addition, an effective leader of youth will communicate in ways that reach the target audience. Social media and text communications are preferred over email. Social media proficiency is essential for engagement.
3. For what specific tasks, assignments, and programs areas will this person have responsibility?
The Associate Pastor for Youth, working in collaboration with the Youth Council, the MA Renovation Team (for 6-9 months), and the Faith Formation (formerly known as Christian Education) Committee, will serve as Director of the SLPC’s Youth Program coordinating activities for learning, group life, and service including but not limited to:
• Plan, lead, and coordinate the Confirmation Program for 8th graders and Youth Sunday
• Encourage and coordinate youth participation in the broader life of the church, including regular participation in worship leadership
• Coordinate pastoral care to youth and families
• Guide the Youth Council, consisting primarily of youth leaders, in imagining, preparing, and delivering church youth activities
• Equip volunteers to be in regular supportive communication and relationship with every youth in the church and program
• Organize, lead, and attend youth trips throughout the year
• Serve as pastor liaison to three committees, to be worked out in collaboration with the other pastors
• Serve as supervisor of SLPC’s Seminary Intern
• Offer supplemental pastoral support to the SLPC’s Children’s Program including summer Vacation Bible School, and the Saint Luke’s Little Saints preschool
The pastor will collaborate as a participant in the pastoral and staff teams, working together to deliver: worship, preaching, teaching, pastoral care, programming, outreach, faith formation, welcome to newcomers, and regular worship leadership and preaching (5-10x per year).
Minimum Effective Salary: $50,000
Housing Type: Housing Allowance
To Apply:
Applications are accepted by completing the Professional Information Form (PIF) through Church Leadership Connection at https://oga.pcusa.org/section/mid-council-ministries/clc/personal-information-form/.
Further inquiry to: APNC@slpres.org
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Pastor - Montana
Listed: 04-20-2022
Employer: The Havre and Chinook Presbyterian Churches - Montana | (406) 357-8056
Location: Montana
The congregations of the Havre and Chinook Presbyterian Churches, in north central Montana, find a seminary trained leader for our vacated pulpits. Our two Presbyterian congregations located 20 miles apart are working with a yoked Presbyterian/Methodist congregation (for 50 years) in another community (Harlem) and the United Methodist and American Lutheran churches in Chinook to create a ‘new parish model.’
This new model will allow us to build and share a leadership team of seminary trained leaders and certified laypersons. We are currently seeking a seminary trained pastor to lead or work with other seminary trained/certified lay individuals as this new ‘parish’ develops. There is a possibility to have housing included as well as additional compensation for ‘time in position’ as part of the compensation package. The position will require flexibility, creativity and organizing skills as we move forward.
This leadership position might also appeal to a candidate who wishes to move away from the toils of urban living. We make no secret our area is rural, yet within our 40-mile radius area there is a state university and a regional hospital in Havre and all three communities have stand-alone medical clinics and school systems that enjoy public support.
A candidate would find our area is blessed with natural beauty and as well as a cost of living significantly lower than most urban areas. The university, the regional hospital, local school systems and the Fort Belknap Reservation at nearby Harlem provide professional employment opportunities for spouses or other family members. Up to date internet capabilities make working remotely also a possibility.
For information about our area, details about the congregations and the new ‘parish model,’ please contact Steve Edwards:
Steve Edwards
For the Pastor Nominating Committee—Havre and Chinook (Montana)
e-mail: steve.edwards114@yahoo.com
cell: 406-357-8056; home: 406-357-4174
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Development Coordinator - Chicago, IL
Listed: 04-20-2022
Employer: Fourth Presbyterian Church - 126 E. Chestnut St., Chicago, IL 60611.2014 | (312) 787-4570 | www.fourthchurch.org/
Location: Chicago, IL
Type: Full-time
Download: Job Description - Development Coordinator
Are you looking for us?
You are a highly detail-oriented person who is looking for the opportunity to grow in the world of development. The idea of jumping into a capital campaign and being the Director’s right-hand person invigorates you, you thrive when figuring out challenges, and can ask for help when needed. You work well independently, but also enjoy working in a team. Mature communication is your hallmark (both oral and written). You prioritize easily, are strategic with your time, anticipate what’s next, are flexible, have a good sense of humor, and are confident working with all levels of people throughout the community.
Position Summary:
The Development Coordinator is a key member of the Development team responsible for supporting the fundraising activities of Fourth Presbyterian Church and Chicago Lights. This highly visible role will report to the Director of Development and will organize, coordinate, and implement a variety of initiatives and activities to support ongoing fundraising efforts including an upcoming capital campaign. The Development Coordinator will provide exceptional customer service and administrative support to internal and external constituents in a small, but dynamic fundraising office. This opportunity is well-suited for someone interested in growing their skills and experience in fundraising who has a desire to have access and exposure to all aspects of a development program.
Salary Range: $46,000 - $48,000
Benefits: Generous benefits package that includes Health (PPO, HMO, HCHP options), employer paid Short Term Disability & Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (17 days plus 11 paid holidays), 403b and parking discount. Additional available options (employee paid) include Long Term Disability, vision, dental and basic life insurance.
Schedule: The role is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Occasional evenings and weekend work hours may be needed.
Location: This is a hybrid role. At least two days a week in-person (Tues/Thurs required) at downtown Chicago location. Other days can either be remote or in-person.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Support Development Team (approx 50%)
Organizes, implements, and supports fundraising programs and activities at the direction of the Development Director and in collaboration with the Development team and other key stakeholders to advance the strategic priorities of the Development department.
Supports the functioning of the Development department’s daily operations and tasks including participating in the weekly money count, gift entry, gift acknowledgement, and other administrative tasks as needed.
Assists with external communications.
Conducts prospect research and gathers information to support work with major donors.
Writes occasional acknowledgements and other donor related correspondence.
Administration & Donor Relations (approx 50%)
Makes arrangements for various meetings and events with donors, boards, staff, and volunteer committee. Manages all necessary logistics including scheduling, coordinating people and resources, providing administrative support and follow-up.
Ensures all gifts are acknowledged in a timely manner.
Organizes and updates materials and reports.
Serves as a liaison for all levels of staff, donors, congregation members, and volunteers.
Maintains Raisers Edge, ensuring that all donor information is accurate and up-to-date.
EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
Experience with database management (must know how to mail merge, work in Excel, build queries etc.)
Fluency in Microsoft Office
Strong attention to detail
Desired:
Experience in fundraising, volunteer management, events management, or office administration desired.
Ability to relate to and interact with all congregation members, colleagues, and other staff members in a positive way that results in cooperation, mutual respect, and common benefit.
A demonstrated ability:
To act independently, organize workload, set priorities, work well under deadline pressure, and adapt to change.
To develop a systematic approach to carrying out assignments with clear and measurable outcomes; prioritize objectives with supervisor direction and coordinating multiple activities.
To change approaches or methods based upon circumstances to achieve the desired results.
To relate to and interact with all congregation members, colleagues, and other staff members in a positive way that results in cooperation, mutual respect, and common benefit.
To handle high-stress situations with calm competence.
Excellent oral and written communication skills with exceptional attention to details.
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including collaborative tools like Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
Experience working with database systems to manage constituent information. Raisers Edge experience is preferred.
Desire and aptitude for working within a faith-based and multi-cultural environment.
Commitment to equity and social justice and a proven ability to thrive in a diverse, equitable, just, and inclusive environment.
Use the organization’s principles of hospitality when interacting with visitors, guests, members, and staff of Fourth Presbyterian Church and Chicago Lights.
Education and/or Experience:
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Work Environment
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with different abilities to perform the essential functions.
If the current health conditions dictate, must be able to participate in online virtual communications including email, video conferencing, and other online tools used to facilitate virtual office culture and work sharing
Smoke- and drug (illegal or recreational)-free environment
Fourth aims for accessibility in any off-site location that we have control of, but some of them may not be fully accessible
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and scanners. Employee is regularly required to communicate effectively via computer, via phone, and in-person
This role requires frequent sitting & standing
Requires ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 20 lbs.
Application Process:
Application Deadline: May 13, 2022
In your cover letter, please specifically address why you are interested in serving at Fourth Church, in this position and how your past experience directly relates to this position.
No phone calls please.
In the spirit of caring for one another and our community, please note that upon accepting an offer of employment from Fourth Presbyterian Church or Chicago Lights, you will be required to share proof of a COVID-19 vaccination. This requirement is subject to accommodation in compliance with applicable laws.
Fourth Presbyterian Church is committed to equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity and/or expression, age, creed, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status or familial status, veteran status, military status, source of income, political affiliation or any other factor protect by law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Studies have shown that women, nonbinary folks, and People of Color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that’s okay! We strongly encourage all interested candidates to apply.
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Program Associate - Chicago, IL
Listed: 04-20-2022
Employer: Amate House - 3600 South Seeley Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 | (773) 376-2445 | www.amatehouse.org
Location: Chicago, IL
Download: Job Description - Program Associate
BASIC FUNCTION
The Program Associate is responsible for overseeing program participants of an Amate House intentional community which includes managing fellow faith formation, professional development, and community life.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Community and Fellow Coordination (90%)
• Serve as a community coordinator. Support and guide the fellows. Help in facilitating to appropriately resolve personal, relational, and communal issues that surface in the fellow community. Foster an environment of respect, care, and a shared vision. Maintain a regular office hour schedule one day per week.
• Implement the formation and education components of the Amate House full time service and leadership development program developed by the Associate Program Director. This includes orientation, retreats, in-service days, regular community nights, and site visits.
• Facilitate weekly community nights with the Amate House fellows, which include a house meeting, a shared meal, and the ongoing personal and communal formation and the development of the fellow community. Must be available to work on Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Provide one-on-one support and supervision to Amate House fellows on a formal and informal basis. Involves a minimum of three formal one-on-one meetings and two site placement visits during the service year with each fellow.
• Maintain oversight over the physical condition of the Amate House residence with support from the office manager. Report repair needs to the office manager. Assist in coordination of needed service and repairs when necessary.
• Plan and participate in regular program planning and staff meetings with other staff members.
Marketing and Public Relations (8%)
• Contribute articles and blog posts.
• Work collaboratively with other Amate House staff to plan, coordinate, and carry out Amate House special events.
• Assist with program participant recruitment, interviews, and site placement.
Other Responsibilities (2%)
• Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree required. Study in ministry/theology, or social services, or education preferred. Current enrollment in a Master of Ministry program preferred. Applications also accepted from candidates on sabbatical.
• Minimum of two years’ professional work experience required. Experience in ministry, retreat planning, social service, and/or education fields preferred.
• Completion of a faith-based, volunteer service program or experience living in an intentional community preferred.
• Must demonstrate support for Catholic Church teaching, missions, and values.
• Commitment to Amate House’s tenets of service, faith, community, social justice, and stewardship.
• Be available for work mid-July through mid-June.
• Ability to work on average 15 hours per week, including Wednesday evenings and occasional weekends for retreats and in-service trainings. Note: Additional work hours will be required during the program orientation (first two weeks of August) and during three weekend retreats.
• Must be available to work on Wednesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Additional workday hours are flexible around the program associate’s schedule.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Spanish proficiency is a plus.
• Skills required: supervision of young adults, group leadership and facilitation, strong communication and organizational skills, retreat planning, basic computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and social media skills.
• Please note this is not a remote position and is in Chicago.
OTHER INFORMATION
Hourly wage is commensurate with experience. Housing with a monthly stipend in exchange for part-time work may be considered.
ABOUT AMATE HOUSE
Amate House is a year-long social justice leadership development program for college-educated adults between the ages of 21-29. Our program model includes full-time service, faith formation, professional and leadership development, and community living. Amate House matches young adult leaders with full-time volunteer positions in non-profit organizations, schools, and ministries in Chicago communities. They live together in an Amate House residence and receive faith formation based on Catholic Social Teaching as well as intensive leadership development programming.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Amate House respects and upholds the dignity of all persons regardless of the identities they hold. We believe that creating a just and diverse environment is more than an ideal, but rather at the core of who we are as an organization. We welcome people of every race, religion, culture, gender identity, sexual orientation, economic status, and family composition. We celebrate all persons regardless of where they may be on their spiritual journey. We value persons of all faith traditions, those with no faith tradition, as well as those who are questioning and exploring. We work to be a community that follows Catholic Social Teaching which upholds the life, dignity, and equality of all human beings.
Amate House is working to become an anti-racist organization. We recognize the wounds endured by marginalized people in society, including people of color, women, and LGBTQIA people. We believe these communities must be centered in the work we do; therefore, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities.
To Apply:
Interested candidates please send a cover letter and resume to Jeannie Balanda at jbalanda@amatehouse.org.
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5-week pulpit supply - Muskego, WI
Listed: 04-13-2022
Employer: Heritage Presbyterian Church - S77W12929 Mc Shane Dr. Muskego, WI 53150 | (414) 425-2050 | https://heritagechurchmuskego.com/
Location: Muskego, WI
Heritage Presbyterian Church in Muskego, Wisconsin is looking for pulpit supply for a 5-week block from June 26 - July 24, 2022. We are interested in having a McCormick student lead worship on these Sundays.
Responsibilities are preparing an order of worship (all liturgy and prayers) and preaching.
Our worship services are at 10:00 am at the Tudor Oaks Senior Living Community.
Our standard pulpit supply rate is $225 (inclusive of mileage) but if someone was coming from the Chicago area, we would increase the stipend for the additional mileage.
If you are interested in learning more, please contact Rev. Michelle Henrichs at mahenrichs@gmail.com or (262) 488-5100.
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Summer ministry opportunities in a national or state park - Greenwood Village, CO
Listed: 04-13-2022
Employer: A Christian Ministry in the National Parks - 9250 E. Costilla Ave. Suite 203, Greenwood Village, CO 80112 | (800) 786-3450 or (303) 220-2808 | https://acmnp.com/
Location: Greenwood Village, CO
Download: Application process - leadership and ministry opportunities
Seminarians and graduate students who serve with ACMNP (A Christian Ministry in the National Parks) will:
• Explore their leadership skills and gifts
• Lead worship in a Canadian or US national park
• Express the love of Jesus Christ to a park community through impactful interactions and relational ministry
• Work in a full-time secular job making summer money
• Work with a team to develop additional ministry opportunities in park communities
• Interact with co-workers from other countries who are in the US through a work visa
• Participate in a professional leadership development assessment through The Lions Lead
• Receive interpretation of their assessment results and coaching as they create a strategic plan for developing their skills during their summer experience
• Interact with a mentor/coach if required as a part of a field education class
• Experience in-person training in preparation for the unique ministry opportunities in a park
• Receive a $2,000 scholarship/stipend from ACMNP at the end of their ministry season
In an effort to provide impactful ministry to park communities and support the understaffed national park communities we serve, we are still recruiting team members for this summer. In fact, we have created an in-person training conference on May 20-22 in St. Louis to accommodate new applicants.
If you believe that God may be calling you to powerful and needed ministry in a park, you can begin the application process at www.acmnp.com/apply. There is no deadline, but the summer is approaching rapidly so quick action is encouraged.
Please let Dave Degler know if you have questions:
Dave Degler, Co-Executive Director
ddegler@acmnp.com
(720) 556-6249
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Pastor, yoked/parish - Homer, MI
Listed: 04-05-2022
Employer: First Presbyterian Church of Homer - 309 S. Sophia, Homer, MI 49245 | (517) 568-4852 | https://www.facebook.com/First-Presbyterian-Church-of-Homer-189434544455748/
Location: Homer, MI
Type: Full-time
Download: Job Description - Head Pastor
1. How will this position help you to reach your vision and mission goals?
We are hoping to have someone who is open to sharing in our enthusiasm and energy and help lend spiritual leadership to our work! We seek someone who can help us build upon the work we’ve already done for God’s Kingdom, and continue to challenge us and push us to greater heights. The Homer church has started incorporating technology into the work of the church, and we’d love to have someone who could take our Facebook page and our live streaming to the next level to help us connect with as many people as possible. The Concord church is also expanding on its technology use, with an active Facebook page as well as live-streamed services. An engaging pastor will effectively connect scripture to the "real world" and help both congregations continue to grow in our spirituality and walk with God.
2. Provide a description of the characteristics needed by the person who is open to being called to this congregation and/or organization.
For Homer:
Lives a faith-driven life
Social--we seek a pastor who is able to easily interact with all members of our community
Supportive
Creative
Has a “rural heart”---can love small-town life, but will enjoy the opportunities provided by the three major universities within an hour's drive!
Willingness to share ideas!
Can delegate/use resources
Someone who respects/appreciates talents
For Concord:
Honesty
Good communication skills
Compassionate
Good listener
Comfortable with children
Good business skills
For both congregations---comfortable making home and hospital visits
3. What specific tasks, assignments, and program areas will this person have responsibility?
Oversee weekly Sunday worship services, help with each community's emergency resource center, participate in area pastor liaison committees, support programs at each of the congregations.
4. Leadership Competencies:
Compassionate
Hopeful
Preaching and Worship Leadership
Communicator
Advisor
Externally Aware
Organizational Agility
Collaboration
Interpersonal Engagement
Flexibility
To Apply:
Submit your resume to Jason Manke at jfm116@yahoo.com
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Youth ministry director and Children’s ministry director - Worcester, MA
Listed: 03-31-2022
Employer: Christian Gospel Church in Worcester - 43 Belmont Street, Worcester, MA 01605 | (508) 393-7245 | www.worcestercgc.org
Location: Worcester, MA
Download: Job Description - Youth and Children director
About Worcester and CGCW
CGCW is located about 40 miles west of Boston, Massachusetts. Worcester is the second largest city in Massachusetts and has a long history, developed culture, and outstanding people. There are seven universities in the city, as well as medical schools, research institutes, biopharmaceutical research centers, and computer technology companies within the city and surrounding area. These facilities attract many Chinese people to work and settle here and attract many international students and visiting scholars to study and research here. God has prepared a vast harvest field for us in this area.
As early as the late Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China, many Chinese students came to Worcester to study. Former Tsinghua University President Mei Yiqi and the famous poet Xu Zhimo studied here. Today, there are more than 4,000 Chinese people in Worcester County, and more than a few hundred children in the Chinese schools learning to speak Chinese. The youth ministry and children's ministry are crucial to attract and retain Chinese families, as well as the key to passing on the faith. CGCW currently has more than 100 adult members, more than 20 teenagers, and more than 40 children who regularly attend the church.
Our Ministry to Youth and Children
The church leadership team is united in the understanding that a thriving youth and children's ministry is critical to the future of the church. In the past 20+ years, we have encountered over a thousand students, over 300 were baptized in the Lord, and we established campus groups and several fellowships. We worked with other Chinese churches to start the regional New England Winter Student camp (NEWS camp). Additionally, the youth and children are active in the church with outreach programs, conferences, hosting VBS, AWANA, and weekly fellowship meetings.
Therefore, we have decided to continue vigorously developing our youth and children's ministry, not only to retain our next generation to pass on our faith to them, but also to attract more young people to come to us and even to build a future English worship ministry for everyone, children, youth, and adults. Although our church is part of the Lord’s ministry to a growing community of Chinese-speaking people in the Worcester area, in many cases their children were born here in the United States and are primarily English-speaking. To minister to this younger generation, we are called to provide English ministries for the youth and children in addition to our services in Mandarin Chinese.
Announcement
The Christian Gospel Church in Worcester, Massachusetts, announces openings for a youth ministry director and a children’s ministry director. These positions require the candidates to be fluent, preferably native, English speakers. Knowledge of Mandarin Chinese is useful, but not at all required. These positions are available immediately.
The Youth Ministry Director
The youth ministry director is responsible for the weekly preaching in the English worship service for teens and adults, arrangement and teaching of Sunday School classes for the youth, organization of the youth fellowship meetings and other youth activities, pastoral care of the youth, and coordination of the youth ministry within the oversight of the board of elders. Preferably, the youth ministry director candidate will be ordained or eligible for ordination and available for full-time work, but candidates also will be considered if they intend to pursue training in the ministry and are willing to fill the position at least part-time while completing their studies. Qualifications include: theologically equipped, clearly called, having youth ministry experience.
The Children’s Ministry Director
The children’s ministry director is responsible for organization and teaching of the younger children in the church ranging from preschooler to Grade 6. The director shall oversee and formulate the Friday AWANA program and Sunday School program with the goal of preparing children to have a smooth transition to the youth program. The director shall coordinate the children’s ministry under the oversight of the board of elders. The children’s ministry director may be related to the youth ministry director, such as the husband and wife, and the position may be full-time or part-time, depending on the availability of the candidate. Qualifications include: theologically equipped/trained, clearly called, having children ministry experience.
For more information
Please contact Elder Songheng Li, by email at songhengli68@gmail.com or by phone at (774) 641-0601, for more information about these positions and our ministry.
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Summer CPE Interns - St. Cloud, MN
Listed: 03-30-2022
Employer: St. Cloud VA Health Care System - 4801 Veterans Drive St. Cloud, MN 56303 | (320) 252-1670 | http://www.stcloud.va.gov/
Location: St. Cloud, MN
Download: Job Description - CPE Interns
The St. Cloud VA Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota is announcing its FY22 Summer ACPE Program. There is no application or tuition fees and for Summer CPE Interns a housing option can be arranged at the nearby St. John’s School of Theology in St. Joseph, MN. Dates are 5/31/2022-8/12/2022. Seminar times will be Virtual on Monday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. so participants do not have to be on campus. For their clinical ministry, participants will be on campus and be assigned to Wards for ministry with Veterans Tuesday-Friday using proper COVID 19 protective ware. An important emphasis in this program is exploring mutuality in ministry. The attached program description is a fuller description of the program.
Submission:
For further information contact Chaplain Dan Duggan at the information below or find an ACPE application at
https://acpe.edu/education/cpe- students/cpe-application.
Complete application and send to Chaplain Duggan.
Rev. Daniel R. Duggan
M.Div., BCC, ACPE Certified Educator
Chaplain, ACPE Certified Educator
St. Cloud VA HCS
4801 Veterans Drive St. Cloud, MN 56303
320-255-6480 x7543
Daniel.Duggan@va.gov
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Organizer and Communications Coordinator - Chicago, IL
Listed: 03-24-2022
Employer: A Just Harvest - 7649 N Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60626 | (773) 262-2297 | http://www.ajustharvest.org
Location: Chicago, IL
Type: Full-time
Download: Job Description - Organizer and Communications Coordinator
Reports to: Executive Director
The mission of A Just Harvest is to fight poverty and hunger in the Rogers Park and greater Chicago community by providing nutritious meals daily while cultivating community and economic development and organizing across racial, cultural and socio-economic lines in order to create a more just society.
Position Summary:
· Address community and social conditions that perpetuate poverty, racism, and hunger through building community, leadership development, and direct action
· Organize relationships with patrons, partners, community members and organizations to organize the fight to change the systemic issues that contribute to poverty, racism, and hunger.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Build community relationships, accompany and develop leaders to engage in collaboration, education, and direct action on issues which affect the community and contribute to structural racism, poverty and hunger.
2. Build and maintain an organizing arm of AJH that:
· Has clear and specific goals and strategies for achieving them
· Has a clear and democratic decision-making structure
· Is committed to agitation, accountability, and evaluation
· Frequently goes into action around issues
· Fosters intentional and ongoing relationship-building
· Strengthens relationships with community agencies and partnering orgs
· Strengthens relationships with city-wide coalitions focused on social justice
· Has a clear role and growth opportunity for leaders
· Organizes the directly affected around their self-interest
· Trains leaders for self-determination, self-advocacy, and civic engagement
· Is committed to political education and politicization of lived experiences
· Fosters an inclusive community space for all community members interested in engaging
· Recognizes the privilege of organizing and meets folx where they’re at
· Is fluid and adaptive in responding to the unique & changing interests and needs of the community
· Is intentional and serious about raising money
3. Raise money from foundations and other sources to fund the AJH organizing work. Works cross-departmentally to create funding proposals for new and existing research and programming; presents to donors and potential donors.
Qualifications
· Commitment to human liberation and movement-building
· Experience in community organizing
· Strong interpersonal skills
· Ability to work with diverse communities
· Familiarity with public policy advocacy
· Strong oral and written communication skills
· Strong commitment to leadership development and democratic decision-making
· Able to handle multiple simultaneous projects & tasks with minimal supervision
· Detail-oriented
· Self-motivated
· Bi-lingual Spanish/English Preferred—not required
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
· Work with Communications Consultants to build digital strategy that compliments the overall strategy of the organization and campaign strategies
· Identify and engage campaign supporters and drive measurable online actions
· Curate and develop creative content such as infographics, memes, key messages etc.
· Utilize social media and other digital tools (texting programs, e-blast etc) to maximize digital list building
· Deepen supporters sense of identity and involvement with organization and campaigns, including both online and offline engagement
· Understand and apply data analytics related to the organization and campaigns’ email list, website, and social media channels to improve the effectiveness of the work
· Support traditional media work and cultivate relationships with media to facilitate coverage of actions and events; cover actions and events using live digital tools
Qualifications and Skills:
· Demonstrated skills in organizing and community outreach (experience with digital and/or coalition organizing preferred)
· Experience using online tools to effectively tell the story of a campaign, build digital strategy, identify and activate supporters
· Commitment to understand race, class, gender, and other equity issues as part of your work as well as the impact these structural issues have on our collective work environment
· Belief in and commitment to progressive social, racial, and economic justice
· Deep connection to people and organizations in the county of work
· Superior interpersonal skills, an ability to work with a diverse array of individuals and communities, and an ability to challenge people to take risks in order to make change
· Exceptional oral and written communication skills
· Ability to receive and integrate performance based feedback into ongoing work plans as well as the ability to provide relevant and timely feedback to peers in a constructive manner
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package includes employer paid health (PPO), dental, short-term disability, and life insurance.
Level of Language Proficiency:
Bi-lingual Spanish/English Preferred—not required
Let tony@ajustharvest.org know if you have any questions.
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Contract Fundraising Event Coordinator - Chicago, IL
Listed: 03-24-2022
Employer: A Just Harvest - 7649 N Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60626 | (773) 262-2297 | http://www.ajustharvest.org
Location: Chicago, IL
Type: Part-time
Download: Job Description - Contract Fundraising Event Coordinator
A Just Harvest (AJH) is committed to cultivating a world of shared abundance and radical belonging. It works towards this vision through its mission to fight poverty and hunger in the Rogers Park and greater Chicago community by providing daily nutritious meals while cultivating economic development and community organizing across racial, cultural and socio-economic lines to build a more just society.
With a 39-year history rooted in the North of Howard community of Rogers Park, AJH is known as a resource to all Chicagoans in need 365 days a year. AJH is intentional about our impact as an organization where people come because community is nurtured, where open and safe dialogue is encouraged, sustainable jobs are created, second chances are possible, and people are fully and actively engaged in creating the world they want to see— one of justice, peace, and wellness for all.
We are seeking an energetic and experienced Contract Fundraising Event Coordinator to deliver multiple events each year that raise funds critical to sustaining our mission while inspiring and engaging participants more deeply in our mission. The position reports to the Executive director.
Key Overall Responsibilities:
• In partnership with the Executive Director, develop and implement the annual event fundraising plan that moves AJH toward its vision, in collaboration with staff, Board of Directors, supporters and community stakeholders.
• Coordinate 4-5 annual special events, including the organization’s spring and fall signature fundraising events and other external third-party and community-led events.
• Deliver donor-centered communications for events and an annual year end giving appeal.
• Maintain relationships with donors, corporate sponsors, vendors and partners associated with the events and campaigns.
Fundraising Operations:
• Assist with the development and implementation of the annual fundraising plan around events
• Maintain fundraising events calendar for the development team
• Maintain records of donor, participant, and sponsor contact in E-Tapestry database, and implement and project management through Asana.
• Provide support for communications with event guests, sponsors, donors and prospects
Special Events:
• Coordinate the organization’s signature fundraising events, including the spring annual membership meeting (May), summer community wellness 5K race and block party (June), community Juneteenth celebration (June), and the fall annual awards benefit (Oct)
• Coordinate the implementation of the organization’s two largest annual fundraisers, currently the Summer Community Wellness 5K (in-person) and the Annual Fall Benefit (likely virtual)
• Maintain relationships with Community Wellness 5K contacts and renew their support each year; recruit and solicit new corporate sites; recruit team captains, secure new sponsors
• Responsible for the logistics of fundraising events, including working with staff in coordinating volunteer recruitment, building relationships, day-of-event event production & management
• Work with AJH staff to create event-specific and year-end giving direct mail and email lists from the donor database
• Recruit, market, coordinate, and track event attendance for all events
• Support the coordination of event logistics for AJH’s annual meeting (May), Juneteenth celebration (June) or other smaller cultivation & recruitment events
• Recruitment and solicitation of individuals and businesses for sponsorships, auction/ raffle items, and in-kind contributions for events; Provide corporate sponsor fulfillment and other partner obligations
• Coordinate contracts with event vendors and in-kind donors
• Work with staff and committees to prepare budgets; forecast income and expenses for your events and secure fundraising event goals
• Track and report on event fundraising results and participant involvement
Events Communications & Marketing:
• Assist with writing and posting about events and third-party campaigns on AJH social media platforms • Manage virtual production for the annual fall benefit and other events as needed to adapt in wake of Covid 19’s evolving safety needs and priorities
• Manage the creation and design direction of event-specific communication pieces
• Assist in the creation of marketing briefs for each event; complete design request forms for graphic designers; manage relationships with designers, printers and other marketing vendors for event collateral and signage (digital and/or print)
• Participate in the development of new ways to welcome, engage and reward donors for their participation and commitment to A Just Harvest
Qualifications:
• Strong passion for the mission and community
• Previous experience in fund development, community organizing, event management, fundraising events, project management, marketing, communications or equivalent
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including an ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written forms, as well as forge and maintain relationships with event stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, as well as contributing to a cohesive team environment
• Ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and meet internal and external deadlines
• Skilled in developing work plans with tasks and tactics that achieve strategic goals and outcomes for each event and the organization
• Experience with or ability to learn CRM’s, E-Tapestry preferred; Experience with Microsoft Office, Google Suite or equivalent required; Social media, Asana, digital fundraising or marketing platforms helpful.
Compensation and Hours:
• Contracted, Part-time hours; with additional hours leading up to day of events
• Flexible schedule; Remote optional with limited in person event requirements; Positive collaborative work environment
Let tony@ajustharvest.org know if you have any questions.
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Director of Youth Ministry - State College, PA
Listed: 03-23-2022
Employer: State College Presbyterian Church - 132 W. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801 | (814) 238-2422 | https://www.scpresby.org/
Location: State College, PA
Type: Full-time
Download: Job Description - Director of Youth Ministry
ABOUT THE POSITION: The Director of Youth Ministry will nurture and mentor youth in their faith and in life, through fellowship, community building, prayer, worship and service. The work will focus on facilitating and enhancing existing programs; ministering both to and with middle and senior high school youth.
ABOUT OUR CHURCH: SCPC is a vibrant congregation of more than 750 members, located downtown in a large college town (Penn State University). We have a strong ministry team and a core of active and involved families. Activities range from mid-week fellowships with meals, intergenerational volunteer leadership, worship, retreats and mission. We are a welcoming, diverse and inclusive church.
ACCOUNTABILITY: The Director of Youth Ministry reports directly to the Head of Staff. The Personnel Committee will meet with the Director a minimum of once a year for performance and salary review.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The Director of Youth Ministry shall have demonstrated:
• A passion for inspiring and mentoring youth.
• An ability to be a welcoming, caring teacher with a high level of personal integrity.
• Inclusion and acceptance of diverse youth identities.
• A grounding in reformed theology; formal education in theology and religion is preferred, but not required.
• Leadership and organizing of high school and middle school youth programs.
• Effective communication skills, including the ability to convey ideas and listen attentively to youth, adult program leaders, fellow employees and other members of the church family.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following are the principal, but not exclusive, responsibilities of this position:
1. YOUTH MINISTRY: Plan, cultivate and build upon our comprehensive youth ministry with middle and high school youth from the congregation and the community.
• Coordinate the administration of the youth programs, including supervision of the middle school youth program leader.
• Recruit, train, and lead volunteers in support of these programs.
• Manage weekly youth activities as well as special events.
• Support the Explore confirmation class program with the Pastor and other program staff.
• Equip youth for participation in worship.
• Plan and execute youth mission trips and retreats.
• Encourage youth participation in SCPC’s mission commitments.
• Be a compassionate friend to the congregation’s youth and their families, encouraging families to participate in the life of the church.
• Support the overall youth initiative from young children to college-age.
• Work with staff and volunteers to transition and bridge youth from the elementary to the middle school program.
• Work with the Associate Pastor for College-Age and Young Adult Ministry to help youth transition to post-high school ministries.
• Work to form intergenerational bonds between youth and older members of the congregation.
2. OTHER DUTIES:
• Participate in worship as coordinated with the Senior Pastor.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Communicate program activities through bulletin boards, email, newsletter, website, etc.
• Submit monthly reports and attend monthly Education Ministry Unit meetings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
College undergraduate degree and training in youth ministry, or a combination of equivalent experience and training.
COMPENSATION: This is a full-time position with pay according to education and experience, including health benefits, vacation and pension package.
TO APPLY: Please send cover letter, resume and list of three references to youthministryscpc@gmail.com.
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Director of Christian Education - New Brunswick, NJ
Listed: 03-17-2022
Employer: Graceway Presbyterian Church - 35 Seminary Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | https://www.gracewaypc.org/
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Type: Full-time
Download: Job Description - Director of Christian Education
Church Description:
Graceway is a PC(USA) congregation located in New Brunswick, NJ. We are an active and vibrant congregation of about 150 members (with approximately 100 children) comprising mostly young Asian American families. Graceway strives to encourage one another to follow Jesus Christ and invite others to Him. We choose to be with one another as we strive to work out our discipleship together. We understand that this call to walk alongside each other is not meant to stay confined within our own congregation; rather, we recognize the extent of responsibility to which it calls us out into the larger community and out further still to the world. We desire to extend God's gracious invitation so that we may journey together toward the feast that God has prepared for us.
Overview:
We are seeking a full-time Director of Christian Education for the children of Graceway Presbyterian Church (“Graceway”). The candidate must be growing in their own faith in Jesus Christ and have a passion for children’s ministry. We long to cultivate within our children a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus that overflows and blesses others. The hope is to equip our children with foundational truths and disciplines so that God’s vision for them can grow and guide their lives. This may transition to a called pastoral position based on mutual interest.
Primary Responsibilities
Implement a Sunday school education curriculum for the children in Kids Ministry (Pre-K to grade 5) that leads them to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Lead the Sunday worship for Kids Ministry (Pre-K to grade 5).
Oversee and coordinate with staff to facilitate the Youth (grades 6-12), Tots (age 2 to 4 years), and Sprouts (age 6 months to 2 years) Ministries in line with Graceway’s vision.
Build positive, healthy, and affirming relationships with children, parents, and volunteers.
Communicate with parents in ways that encourage partnership and involvement.
Recruit, train, supervise, and encourage volunteer leadership in the children’s ministries.
Support special events such as our annual retreat and Christmas/Easter presentations.Coordinate children based activities during church events such as church retreats, VBS, and Christmas and Easter services.
Qualifications and Expectations
Love of Christ and share that love with our children. Help them grow in their faith and train them to use their gifts and talents in service for Christ.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
At least two plus years (volunteer or paid) of experience working with children.
Leverage organizational skills to mobilize teams and to lead events and activities.
Seminary degree preferred.
Alignment to reformed tradition is preferred.
Supervision: Reports directly to the Session.
Compensation: $60,000 to $80,000 per year (negotiable based upon experience) with benefits (medical, pension, death and disability).
To Apply:
If interested, please submit a CV or resume to the moderator of the search committee, grace@gracewaypc.org.
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Pastor of Worship & Outreach - St. Clair Shores, MI
Listed: 03-17-2022
Employer: Lake Shore Church - 27801 Jefferson Ave, Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081 | (586) 777-8533 | http://lakeshorechurch.com/
Location: St. Clair Shores, MI
Download: Job Description - Pastor of Worship & Outreach
Lake Shore Church in Saint Clair Shores, Michigan is looking for a Pastor of Worship & Outreach. The goal of this position is to reach the not interested, spiritually curious, and believers of their community by inviting them into a step of faith through worship and a relationship with Jesus and his church.
What you’ll be doing:
Recruiting, discipling, equipping, and managing all people and teams needed to provide both traditional and modern worship
Ensuring a high-quality livestream experience
Building the system and processes to reach new people and energize the church through digital worship and outreach
Determining new digital and in-person opportunities to capture people’s attention and invite them into a next step
Building connections, relationships, and partnerships with people, businesses, schools, and organizations outside the church
What characteristics you need to have:
Leadership with a pastor’s heart
Desire to be a disciple-maker
Ability to manage and to help establish sustainable systems
Good at outreach and making connections with those outside the church
Skilled in technology and digital formats for both worship and communication
Vocals and guitar ability preferred but not required
Saint Clair Shores boasts great school districts, affordable housing, and great community life with city parks and events. They have great restaurants on what is known as the “nautical mile” and access to lakefront living with their city parks. It’s a nice bedroom community near Detroit with all of the professional sports teams, theatre, and concert venues. Saint Clair Shores itself still boasts an old-time feel - with lots of smaller local businesses and stores. They are close to the big box stores (10 minutes away in the town next door) but have a much smaller town feel.
To Apply:
Does this sound like an environment in which you would like to serve?
https://www.chemistrystaffing.com/lake-shore-church-pastor-worship-outreach
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