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Sanctuary Working Group (SWG) House of Hospitality Case Manager, Chicago Religious Leadership Network on Latin America (CRLN), Chicago, Illinois
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: Chicago Religious Leadership Network on Latin America | 5655 S University Ave, Chicago, IL 60637 | 773-293-2964
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Position: Full-time
Website: www.crln.org
Overview of the Chicago Religious Leadership Network on Latin America:
The Chicago Religious Leadership Network on Latin America (CRLN) is an interfaith education, action, and advocacy network. For over 30 years, CRLN has worked to open spaces for the voices of those in the Americas affected by U.S. policies and has worked in solidarity with movements for social justice and human rights. Through educational events, delegations, speaker tours, and issue updates CRLN educates and mobilizes to empower people to advocate for changes in U.S. policy in the Americas with elected city, state, and federal officials.
Position Description:
The Case Manager is responsible for oversight and management of the residential cases at SWG House which can include education and employment as well as medical, counseling, and other services for a period of one year with possible renewal. This position welcomes all and supports residents in a spirit of hospitality and respect for each person. The SWG Advisory Team will support the work of the case manager.
Essential Functions
1. Welcome and orient new participants
2. Organize and/or assist participants in making and attending legal, school, and medical appointments
3. Manage SWG House cases and support residents in a respectful hospitable manner
4. Plan goals with each participant for healing and recovery while at SWG House and beyond
5. Keep accurate case records about each participant
6. Plan educational, recreational, and volunteer opportunities for participants in the community
7. Keep in contact with referring agencies, lawyers, and social workers about initial custody transfer from detention facilities or border shelters
8. Arrange transportation for participants
9. Perform other duties as assigned
Responsibilities
1. Inform each participant about the rights and responsibilities of living at the SWG House of Hospitality
2. Develop a covenant with each participant about their weekly personal and group plan toward their individual goals
3. Weekly meeting with participants to check in on progress on reaching these goals
4. Contact local educational and support services in the community as needed by the participants
5. Identify volunteer, creative, and work outlets for participants
6. Help facilitate monthly house meetings with all residents
7. Attend SWG weekly meetings
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or Counseling, Master’s degree in Counseling or Social Work preferred
At least 3 years of experience in counseling and/or working with immigrants
An understanding of the current immigration reality
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Skills and Abilities Needed:
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work on a team as well as independently and to deal with confidential, sensitive issues
A strong desire to serve those who are vulnerable in our society
A willingness to function in many settings and duties
Demonstrated computer skills
A valid driver’s license and access to a car are required
Environment/Working Conditions
This position operates in a residential environment. The workplace is a smoke and drug-free environment. Work schedules and/or locations may vary, depending upon the scheduling needs of the House. Staff may be required to attend occasional meetings at other locations and occasionally may be required to travel outside of normal work hours. Any changes in work schedules and/or location will be implemented by the Executive Director and in accordance with agency policy.
Physical demands include:
Ability to lift 25 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects
May be assigned to a multilevel building with some floors accessible by stairs only
Minimal requirements of moving about the office
Frequently express ideas through spoken words
Frequently operate equipment requiring a moderate ability
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Senior Pastor, Congregational Church of San Mateo, San Mateo, CA
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: Congregational Church of San Mateo | 225 Tilton Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401 | (650) 343-3694
Location: San Mateo, CA
Website: www.ccsm-ucc.org
Contact: Rev. Davena Jones
The Senior Minister is the executive officer of the Church who is responsible for guiding the spiritual welfare of the congregation. This position reports to the congregation through the Board of Directors. The Senior Minister will: Amplify and extend CCSM’s existing vision of Progressvie Christianity. Drive the numerical growth of the congregation. Deliver worship services and nurture the congregation’s spiritual growth. Provide meaningful pastoral care. Work with the Board of Directors to: Ensure good organizational functioning of the Church; Secure and manage the resources needed for the effective Church operation; Facilitate communication within the Church and to the wider community. Other designated ministers, staff, and lay members may share the duties of the Senior Minister in ways that are mutually agreeable, but final responsibility rests with the Senior Minister. Hours: this is a full-time called clergy position with holidays/vacation per the church Personnel Policy. Compensation: annual salary and paid medical/dental insurance per the Terms of Call for the Senior Minister. Regular Duties Amplify and extend the Church’s existing vision of Progressive Christianity: Model CCSM’s Guiding Principles and publish widely its brand of Progressive Christianity. Promote peace and justice in the wider civic and faith communities; be an active voice on issues of local concern. Work with the Board of Directors and congregation to develop new strategies for CCSM to further its goals and provide ongoing leadership in their pursuit. Periodically verify that the goals remain valid for the congregation.
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Director of Student Ministries, Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church, Moraga, California
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church | 10 Moraga Valley Lane, Moraga, CA 94556 | (320) 230-6700
Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Website: www.mvpctoday.org
Contact: Joy McBurney
Moraga Valley Presbyterian Church in Moraga, California, is looking for a Director of Student Ministries to join their team. This person will be responsible for outreach to, for, and development of middle school students and high school students in the Lamorinda area. The Director of Student Ministries will work directly with students, creating a welcoming environment that encourages the student’s spiritual and social development, as well as developing a team of adult volunteers that work alongside this individual to foster growth.
What you’ll be doing:
Recruiting, training, and coordinating student leaders and adult leaders in conjunction with the Associate Pastor
Developing and implementing new programs, which includes activities such as selecting curriculum, recruiting and training volunteer leaders and teachers
Planning and leading Wednesday night Senior High and Thursday night Studio 68
Planning and leading retreats, camps, and events
What you need to have:
A vibrant, growing personal faith in Jesus Christ
Academic preparation, including undergraduate degree
Ability to organize and supervise diverse programs
Ability to communicate with a diverse student body and relate well to students
Creative
Go-getter/self-motivated
Strong leadership skills
Strong teaching skills
Moraga is a suburb of the Oakland/San Francisco Bay Area with a population of 17,539. Moraga is in Contra Costa County and is one of the best places to live in California. Living in Moraga offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Moraga, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live there, and residents tend to have moderate political views. Moraga is a great place to raise kids with outdoor recreation, and highly rated public schools.
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Worship Pastor, Westwood Church, St. Cloud, Minnesota
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: Westwood Church | 5719 Walnut Dr, St. Cloud, MN 56303 | (320) 230-6700
Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Website: www.westwoodstcloud.org
Contact: Meggan Jacobus
Westwood Church is a non-denominational church located in St. Cloud, MN, which is an hour northwest of Minneapolis. The church is led by the Executive Pastor Mike Cruser, who has been the Executive Pastor at Westwood for seven years. The church also is led by the elder board, which provides vision, oversight, and accountability to the church and staff. Weekly teaching happens through a rotation of teaching pastors that are on staff at the church that carry various other roles. This model has proven to be successful for Westwood and they plan to continue moving forward with this model. Westwood offers two identical modern worship styled services at 9:00a & 10:30a on Sunday mornings. The church is currently seeing around 1,000 in total Sunday morning attendance. They are currently meeting in person and are also live-streaming their services.
Westwood Church believes the best two things we can do for our church family are: 1) help deepen spiritually authentic relationships with each other, and, 2) empower people according to their gifting for God’s glory and the good of others. Those who hold positions of leadership at Westwood must commit themselves to personally living out these values, and to make those values central to their ministry leadership. We value honesty, unity, initiative, and intentionality as we humbly serve those God has placed in our care. With this in mind, we ask you to help shape a healthy culture within the team that helps accomplish the following responsibilities in ways aligned with Westwood’s vision and philosophy.
The church is seeking the right candidate to take over as the new Worship Pastor to oversee and lead their worship ministry. The right candidate will have a deep personal life in Christ and the character and capacity that align with the church’s overall mission and vision. Below are the qualifications and responsibilities Froot Group and the church have identified for this role:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recruiting, Empowering, and Caring.
In each area of influence, the Worship Pastor actively engages and recruits people from our church family to use their gifting and talents for the good of our church, for the advancement of the mission of our church, and ultimately for God’s glory. Ongoing and frequent equipping, feedback, coaching, and encouraging are important to the teams as they are empowered to serve in significant ways. Finally, because people matter more than what they do, spiritual care, discipleship, and pastoral investment in the lives of the team members are vital to the role of Worship Pastor.
Initiate, Improve, Invest, and Inspire.
The Worship Pastor demonstrates initiative in all aspects of the role; looking for opportunities to try new things, improve existing efforts, identify more effective ways to invest in the team, be quick to address challenges, build a healthy team culture, and celebrate the growth and success of others in ways that inspire.
Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Service Planning, Environment, and Technical.
These primary areas of the worship ministry all fall under the care and leadership of the Worship Pastor. Preparing well equipped teams, thoughtful attention to service planning, and clear communication and expectation are all central to the role of Worship Pastor. Primary responsibilities include:
Scheduling of volunteers and rehearsals across the worship ministry and the coaching of teams.
Leading and planning all Sunday services (music, elements, creativity, flow, etc) including special events and other services.
Help teach, minister, and grow our church family in their understanding and expression of worship.
Plan ahead, be organized (or empower an organizer), lead well and humbly, and work with excellence.
Oversight of set design, staging, and worship environment/atmosphere from the lobby to the auditorium.
Oversight of all aspects of live-streaming.
Oversight of technical teams serving audio, lighting, screens in all worship spaces, and online.
Help support Student Ministry by helping lead (or facilitate leaders) and equipping students as available.
Empower and celebrate the success of others under your leadership and care.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Can both lead and thrive in a team-based environment.
Excellent in leading vocally and with an instrument, preferably guitar.
Teachable, responsive, and respectful of authority. A willingness to be discipled and continue to grow in Bible and Theology.
Relationally engaging with others.
Have a pastoral presence on the platform with an ability to engage the heart of the people through music and words.
Able to create and sustain a strong volunteer culture.
A creative-minded person that has a desire to think outside of the box. Can cast vision and achieve goals.
Has a working knowledge of running tracks through either Ableton, Prime, Playback, etc.
Must be supportive of the goals, visions, and leadership set forth by the Board of Overseers.
Education
Bachelor’s degree preferred, not required.
Experience
Preferred candidates will have at least three years of relative experience leading worship on staff at a similar church.
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Director of Student Ministry, First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton, Wheaton, Illinois
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton | 715 N. Carlton Ave., Wheaton, IL 60187 | 630-668-5147
Location: Wheaton, IL
Website: www.firstpreswheaton.org
Contact: Debbie Veal
Purpose: Lead First Presbyterian Church’s Student Ministry for grades 6 – 12
Summary: Provide overall leadership for the church’s Student Ministry program, including growing youth involvement, adult leadership recruitment, program and curriculum development, envisioning new ministry opportunities, fostering fellowship among youth, their families and the congregation, and creating a safe and vibrant space for students.
Qualifications:
• Belief in Jesus Christ as his/her Lord and Savior
• Passion for Student Ministry
• Experience with Student Ministry or in an educational environment
• Ability to develop student leaders
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; an ability to engage with both youth and parents
• Leadership and management skills, including recruiting and coordinating volunteers
• Strong organizational, planning and budget management skills
• Proficiency with technology and social media
• Familiarity with the Presbyterian Church (USA)
• Bachelors’ Degree preferred
Position and Benefits:
• The position is full-time and all portions of the Personnel Policy pertaining to non-ordained staff apply.
• Health coverage available.
• Paid time off.
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Senior Pastor, United Baptist Church, Chicago, IL
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: United Baptist Church | 4242 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60624 | (773) 722-4357
Location: Chicago, IL
Website: www.unitedchi.org
United Baptist Church, located in Chicago, IL, is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to lead a Christian body of believers focused on claiming our Community for Christ, Serving God through Serving Humanity, as commissioned by Jesus Christ, Matthew 28:16-20.
Under the direction of the Holy Spirit, the Senior Pastor of United Baptist Church will lead this mandate and be responsible to God and the church for:
Proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Using skills in administrative leadership to provide vision and direction for ministry and community outreach
Engage in pastoral care ministries to meet the needs of persons in the church and in the community
Serve as the chief administrator of the ministerial and vocational staff, shepherd of our flock and visionary for God’s plan for our congregation and the community we serve.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Devout personal faith as a baptized believer in Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior
Gifted by the Holy Spirit, with emphasis in the gift of leadership, stewardship, discernment and administration
A godly call to the pastorate to be “set apart” as God’s servant in ministry
Demonstration of sound spiritual and moral character and lifestyle that complies with biblical qualifications as defined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7
Must be a licensed Baptist Minister, in accordance with the Baptist Church with at least 5 years in a Ministerial capacity (e.g. Associate Pastor, Assistant Pastor, Youth Pastor, etc.) at a Christian Church or Fellowship
Minimum of 2 years in seminary training. College graduate preferred
A clear understanding of the Baptist Church Doctrine
Embrace the current vision/mandate and foundational precepts of United Church’s covenant; ultimately through prayer, study and shepherding the congregation to provide continued clear vision for the church’s future mandate, themes, objectives, etc.
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Associate Pastor, Lowcountry Presbyterian Church, Bluffton, South Carolina
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: Lowcountry Presbyterian Church | 10 Simmonsville Rd., Bluffton, SC 29910 | (843) 815-6570
Location: Bluffton, South Carolina
Website: www.lowcountrypres.org
Contact: Jan Cantanese
Church mission statement:
Surrounded by God's grace, we are a family of faith joined together through Christ, offering meaning and hope to all by the way we worship, serve, and live.
How will this position help you to reach your vision and mission goals:
It will:
Provide leadership and support for our efforts in faith formation, social witness and environmental justice.
Help identify and support the church’s involvement in ecumenical activities with other congregations and service to our community and beyond.
Share in providing pastoral care and counseling to our members.
Offer another fresh voice and perspective for preaching the Gospel and leading worship.
Continue to work with the congregation on reaching out to people of all ages to share the love of Christ.
Expand the use of social media and technology in an innovative way as we seek to bring “meaning and hope to all by the way we worship, serve, and live”.
What specific tasks, assignments, and program areas will this person have responsibility?
Strengthen and expand LPC’s faith formation ministry to build disciples of all ages
Work collaboratively with ministry teams to develop new ways to reach out to multiple age groups
Help develop creative use of on-line and live stream technologies to widen the breadth and depth of LPC’s outreach
Participate regularly in worship and preaching
Assist with pastoral care
Lead Social Witness team to further efforts to educate the congregation and the community on working to bring change on issues affecting “the least of these”
Equip members to participate and lead ministries
Teach and assist with programs and ministries as needed
Work collaboratively with Senior Pastor to embody the mission/vision of the church
Additional duties and tasks as assigned by Senior Pastor
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Solo Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Leavenworth, Kansas
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: First Presbyterian Church | 407 Walnut Street, Leavenworth, KS | 913-682-6891
Location: Leavenworth, Kansas
Website: www.fpc-lvks.org
Contact: arlene@fpclvks.org
Church mission statement:
We will love God with all our being and our neighbors as ourselves. We will nurture a vibrant congregation growing in faith and serving the Lord in our church and community.
What is the congregation’s or organization’s vision for ministry:
Oftentimes during worship, when the congregation is standing to sing a hymn, we can hear the familiar shaking sound of Mellow the Service Dog as he rises for the hymn. It is a reminder that all living creatures, including Mellow and his companion, a military veteran, seek to be in a welcoming and safe space. Embedded in our mission statement are the verbs love, nurture, grow, and serve. Embedded in our congregation are retired and active-duty military members, grandparents, foster parents, gay and lesbian couples, activists, spiritual sojourners – all seeking to embody God’s love in an oftentimes conflicted and hurting world. We seek to live out our mission as a small beam of light in North Leavenworth, a crossroads of many people, where we create a safe space to bring our questions, listen to each other, and listen for God’s still small voice. We seek to live out this mission as we love God and neighbor; nurture our life in the Spirit together; grow in our capacity to be an expansive community of welcome; and serve Christ as we journey with Christ. We welcome ALL into our church family: young and old; wealthy and poor; liberal and conservative; all sexual orientations; and all races and cultures.
How will this position help you to reach your vision and mission goals:
We are searching for a partner willing to roll up their sleeves with us and help focus our mission and vision on our journey forward. There are many talents each member brings to the church family. We have demonstrated a strong willingness and determination to provide direct mission service along with financial support, even during the COVID pandemic. Our members are highly educated and spiritually fed - served by positive, thought-provoking worship services that include a strong music program. This allows our members to take God’s work into the week wherever they go serving God in their daily life. There has been an honest movement in our church toward being an inclusive congregation. We seek a pastor who will help us continue this walk by sharing theological support, guiding thoughtful study of mindful discipleship, and encouraging the realistic use of members' time, talents, and treasures. We strive to be a friendly church family which feels like home to members and others who have passed through our doors. We need someone who will walk with us and share our discernment as we question and explore where God is leading us to serve in this post COVID, electronically influenced world.
What specific tasks, assignments, and program areas will this person have responsibility?
We look forward to being inspired by our pastors' sermons and leadership! Your energy and ideas will help lift up and grow the congregation. Your work with our Session and its programs will cover all key areas of administration, worship, education, and mission/outreach. The deacons are a joyous group working on member care, meals, and shepherding. The Session members and deacons are hard-working, dedicated, and capable, which will ease the work of the pastor. Your input is needed to guide the worship committee and other committees. Members and others associated with the church will look forward to spending time with you during identified office hours.
Specific tasks and assignments include, but will not necessarily be limited to:
• Plan, prepare and direct worship services coordinating with the Worship Committee,
• Provide counseling and spiritual leadership directly to church members and their families, including in home or at other facilities,
• Guide the mission and outreach programs of the church and participate in activities, when possible,
• Advise the Session and its committees regarding the church’s educational programs and curriculum,
• Provide administrative leadership for the church, including participation in Committee meetings as time allows,
• Provide information to the personnel committee regarding performance of staff
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Part-time ministry team positions, City Church San Francisco, San Francisco, California
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: City Church San Francisco | 2460 Sutter St, San Francisco CA 94115 | 415 346-6994
Location: San Francisco, California
Website: www.citychurchsf.org
Contact: office@citychurchsf.org
We are hiring for the following positions. Each position represents, roughly, a half-time set of responsibilities. If applicants are interested in a full-time position, please express interest in two or more areas of ministry.
Musical Worship: Vocals
Musical Worship: Instrumental
Pastor for Liturgical Worship: Arts and Liturgy (*MDiv and Ordination required)
Pastor for Discipleship: Learning + Spiritual Growth
Pastor for Discipleship: Service, Justice and Community Life
Application deadline is April 30, 2023.
City Church started in 1997 in a living room in San Francisco’s Richmond District. We were a ragtag group of people whose belief ranged from lifelong to newfound curiosity about Jesus to people burned out by religion. Since then, we have grown a bit and moved our meetings to the Russian Center, but our congregation looks the same. Many of us have been part of the faith community for years. Others are brand new to it, and still others are returning after years away. No matter what your history with faith, you are welcome at City Church.
Our theological foundation is one of the most important parts of who we are at City Church. It anchors our faith and gives us roots for an ongoing life of growth. Our Reformed tradition has much to teach us, and it also points us to the wisdom of other traditions, and of creation itself. This theological foundation is a home--not a prison--from which we are nourished, known, and sent to do God’s work in the world.
City Church is part of the Reformed Church in America.
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Associate Minister of Youth, Young Adults, and Mission, Kenilworth Union Church, Kenilworth, IL
Listed: 02-28-2023
Employer: Kenilworth Union Church - 211 Kenilworth Avenue, Kenilworth, IL 60043 | (847) 251-4272 | kuc.org
Location: Kenilworth, IL
Download: Job Description - Associate Minister
Kenilworth Union Church is an ecumenical church community of 900+ households that is independent of any particular denomination, located in Kenilworth, Illinois. Kenilworth Union has a history of leadership from the Presbyterian Church USA, the United Methodist Church, the United Church of Christ, and other mainline protestant denominations.
This senior staff member leads the congregation’s vibrant, active, and inclusive ministry with youth and young adults grades 7+ including confirmation class, the youth mission trip, and Wednesday evening and Sunday morning youth activities. They will supervise and mentor 1–2 staff who support the youth ministry.
This candidate will bring passion and energy to create a transformative and faith-forming environment. An undergraduate degree is required. Ordination, an M.Div., certification in youth ministry, or a master’s degree in a related field is preferred. The candidate will have experience leading and planning all aspects of a youth ministry consisting of 60–100 youth, and the ability to create activities that help people find God’s guidance and inspiration, as they are sent out to love and serve God and others. Kenilworth Union will consider adapting the role and job description to fit a qualified candidate’s skills, interests, and talents.
The compensation package includes a competitive base salary and generous benefits.
To Apply: Resumes and inquiries can be directed to Sara Bailey.
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Director of Youth Ministry, Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN
Listed: 02-28-23
Employer: Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church | 3700 Keowee Avenue SW | Knoxville, Tennessee 37919
Website: www.sequoyahchurch.org
Location: Knoxville, TN
Type: full-time
Contact: YDsearch@sequoyahchurch.org
Overview:
The Director of Youth Ministry will oversee all aspects of ministry with middle school and high school aged youth, both already connected to our church and within our community, with the mission of growing a ministry that, in partnership with families, nurtures faith in Christ and a love for his/her church.
A Biblically oriented, relationship-driven leader with a heart for ministry and for students. One who will place a strong emphasis on creating and maintaining an environment that is enriching, lively, and enjoyable for its participants.
Minimum education:
2-year degree required
4-year degree required
Minimum knowledge and skills:
A living faith in Jesus Christ
A desire to both lead and serve
Experience in leading youth groups, and awareness of current youth ministry/culture
Ability to work well in diverse teams
Adaptable problem-solving, able to calmly adjust to change
Ability to work independently
Pastoral skills: home and hospital visitation, congregational care
Proficiency in various computer software programs including: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access), database management and other church business applications
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Solo Pastor/Head of Staff, First Presbyterian Church of Monticello, Monticello, Iowa
Listed: 02-14-2023
Employer: First Presbyterian Church of Monticello | 211 W. 1st St. Monticello, Iowa 52310 | 319-465-3393
Website: www.fpcmonticello.org
Location: Monticello, Iowa
Type: full-time
Contact: Suzanne Gilkerson
Overview:
Join us at the First Presbyterian Church of Monticello, IA. Share the word of God in the beauty of Eastern Iowa! You’re near to the Mississippi River, and the wide-open spaces of fields of dreams and opportunities! You are close to Dubuque, Cedar Rapids and the larger cities of Chicago, Minneapolis and St. Louis. You will enjoy the lower cost of living in the Midwest!
First Presbyterian Church is a congregation of positive friendly people who enjoy learning about God’s love and his relationship in our lives. We seek an enthusiastic, gregarious leader who will join our congregation in our love of God and embrace our desire to offer a home of friendship and worship to members of our community. They will provide spiritual, pastoral and administrative leadership. Visit our website at www.fpcmonticello.org Visit Monticello, IA at www.macc.ia.us
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. To plan, arrange and lead the worship services of the congregation in consultation with the Worship Committee.
2. To faithfully preach and teach the Word of God and administer the sacraments and special services including:
A. Weddings
B. Funerals
C. Nursing Home Worship Services, and monthly home communion services
3. To provide Pastoral Care and Counseling
A. Devote special attention to the poor, the sick, the troubled, and the dying.
B. Make regular and timely contacts with members of the Congregation.
C. Make hospital calls when necessary.
D. Pre-Marital Counseling
E. Make calls on visitors who desire a pastoral call.
F. New residents in the area should be contacted soon after their arrival.
4. To share responsibility with Session and Deacons for the spiritual nurture of the members and the mission and vision of the congregation.
A. Teach Adult Sunday school
B. Teach Confirmation Classes
C. Lead membership preparation classes.
5. To administer the programs of the church by leading the officers and members and by directing and supervising the professional and support staff of the church.
6. To be active in the government and ministry of the larger church through Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly, and in ecumenical relationships.
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Next-Generation Pastor, First Reformed Church Oak Harbor, Oak Harbor, WA
Listed: 01-26-23
Employer: First Reformed Church Oak Harbor | 250 SW 3rd Ave, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 | 360-675-4837
Website: www.frcoh.org
Location: Oak Harbor, WA
Type: full-time
Contact: pastorjake@frcoh.org
Description:
Overview:
First Reformed Church of Oak Harbor (FRCOH) is recruiting a Next-Generation Pastor to foster the spiritual and ministry development of the next generation of FRCOH. This individual will exercise strong leadership, recruitment, and delegation skills. This individual must have a passion for the spiritual growth of children and youth as well as fostering community at FRCOH.
Full-time Salaried Position Salary Range: 50-55k
Roles and Responsibilities
Align the purpose, vision, and leadership of the Next-Generation Ministries Teams of FRCOH
Oversee the Nursery, Children, and Youth Ministries Teams
Oversee the Small Group Ministry Team
Oversee the Child Safety Team
Define the ethos, goals, content, and assessment of the discipleship process of the next generation of FRCOH.
Create and implement a long-term ministry path for students and families that inspires them towards a lasting relationship with Christ
Coordinate with ministry team leaders to foster a vision for children and youth serving in the ministry of the church and in the community
Serve as Child Safety Officer and lead the Child Safety Team
Manage FRC’s child protection system and membership in MinistrySafe https://ministrysafe.com/
Ensure that background checks and child safety training take place before volunteers serve in children’s ministry, church staff, or church leadership
Recruit and screen children and youth ministry volunteers
Ensure that safety protocols such as child check in and requiring staff to child ratios are maintained
Foster community among the next generation of FRCOH
Take the lead in connecting new families with the FRC community
Plan and implement youth and family ministry events and programs
Work in tandem with FRC’s Young Life representative to reach the families and students of Oak Harbor with the Good News of Jesus Christ
Work in tandem with FRC Kidz preschool director to minister to the families and children who attend the preschool
Prioritize and promote the ministry and service involvement of the next generation of FRCOH in the local and global context
Create and promote consistent opportunities for youth and children to serve in the Kingdom of God
Organize and conduct youth mission trips, service projects, ministry experiences, and youth led services
Experience and Skillset
Strong background working with families and children (required)
At least 10 years of ministry involvement (preferred)
Previous training in and experience with child safety (required)
Ministry experience involving at-risk children/teens (preferred)
Able to break down projects into manageable steps and delegate
A self-starter who can foster the spiritual formation of FRC’s emerging generation
Able to recruit and organize teams of volunteers and lead teams effectively
Able to keep records and follow a budget
Willing to work under the guidelines set forth by the Reformed Church in America (RCA) Book of Church Order https://www.rca.org/about/government/book-of-church-order/
Strong conflict resolution skills
Agreement with allowed exception to the creeds and confession ascribed to by the RCA https://www.rca.org/about/theology/creeds-and-confessions/
Personal Characteristics
A follower of Jesus Christ with a vibrant growing relationship with Him (required)
A sensitivity to the leading of the Holy Spirit and willingness to seek the Spirit’s direction in tandem with other church leadership.
Ability to connect with children, students, and families.
Is a highly motivated leader committed to helping others grow as disciples.
Has a passion for recruiting and developing leaders and helping students find a ministry that matches their gifting.
Ability to organize, inspire, and mobilizes ministry teams.
Is a strong communicator and team player
Please send resume/CV, description of your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and faith journey (500 words), your personal philosophy of ministry (200 words), and three personal references (include phone #’s, email and street addresses) to pastorjake@frcoh.org
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Solo Pastor, The First Presbyterian Church of East Hampton, East Hampton, New York
Listed: 01-26-23
Employer: First Presbyterian Church of East Hampton | 120 Main Street, East Hampton, NY 11937 | 631-324-0711
Website: www.fpceh.org
Location: East Hampton, NY
Type: full-time
Contact: eh.pres.pnc.2022@gmail.com
Description:
The First Presbyterian Church of East Hampton, New York seeks a Solo Pastor. Our church is nearly 375 years old, and has a strong presence in our historic town on Eastern Long Island. We seek a leader who understands and appreciates our past, and yet can lead us into the future. We are a welcoming and an inclusive congregation. Our church members are diverse and represent our community, which is both a small town and a busy summer resort supporting many part-time residents from New York City.
What is the congregation’s or organization’s vision for ministry?
Mindful of the faithful witness of the many generations that have come before us, we know that First Presbyterian Church of East Hampton must continually reform to be able to serve God, to be God's people, here and now. We hope to continue to strengthen our Presbyterian worship, our community involvement, and our mission support, so that God might be glorified, and future generations may come to know God's love through our church.
How do you feel called to reach out to address the emerging needs of your community or constituency?
The challenge to love God with all our heart, soul, and mind and to love our neighbors as ourselves (Luke 10:27) is the basis and the grounding for our calling. We are excited and challenged to explore ways to meet the growing needs of our community-- especially to partial-year residents, retirees, young working families, youth, and Hispanic populations. We feel called to share our faith and resources with each other and our neighbors. We seek a clear vision for the future and accept the necessity for change.
How will this position help you to reach your vision and mission goals?
A new pastor will bring energy and innovative ideas into our church’s worship services, programs and activities and members of the congregation. He/she will bring inspiration and guidance to the Session, Deacons, and all our committees, while being an effective agent for change and assisting in the discovery and utilization of unused talents within the church body. We are organized and willing to serve, and will look to a new pastor to lead us toward this church's fourth century.
For what specific tasks, assignments, and programs areas will this person have responsibility?
Worship and Spiritual Guidance
Leading worship services
Promoting and supporting Christian education and youth programs
Actively engaging in stewardship
Supervising and/or leading new-member, confirmation, and Bible study classes
Reach out to the Hispanic community as well as other congregations and members of our community who are being underserved currently
Administrative
Guiding Session and Deacons
Managing the church staff
Understanding the fiscal needs of the church
Continuing the development of the church mission
Representing the church in the larger community
Coordinating the training of church officers
Becoming familiar with the needs of the church facilities
Participating in the Presbytery of Long Island
Pastoral
Active Congregational visitations and support to Care & Outreach teams
Providing counsel and spiritual guidance
Participating in the many aspects of church life
Taking part in the interfaith East Hampton Clericus
Connecting with and welcoming the Hispanic population
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Pastor, First Presbyterian Church of Astoria, Astoria, Astoria, Oregon
Listed: 01-17-23
Employer: First Presbyterian Church of Astoria | 1103 Grand Ave, Astoria, Oregon 9710 | (503) 325-1702
Website: www.fpcastoria.org
Location: Astoria, OR
Type: full-time
Download: Job description
Contact: Linda Oldenkamp, (503) 325-3981
Description:
The Pastor provides spiritual nurture, religious education, and pastoral care for all congregants and, with the Session, develops and monitors mission strategies for the church. The Pastor also provides administrative oversight to the facilities of the church, including the Sanctuary and Goodenberger Hall.
The Pastor is accountable to the Session and to the Presbytery.
Qualifications:
1. Denominational training and experience as an ordained minister.
2. Commitment to meaningful and relevant worship services, Christian Education, and spiritual growth.
3. Excellent organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
4. Ability to warmly relate and reach out to others.
Responsibilities:
Preach and Teach
1. Lead Sunday worship services, and preach the gospel as it relates to the changing needs of the community and today's world.
2. Officiate at all church ceremonies, including the sacraments, weddings, memorial services, installations, and dedications.
3. Provide opportunities for individuals to reflect on their beliefs, concerns and doubts regarding Christian understanding.
4. Commitment to and experience in congregational growth, attracting new members and families.
5. Provide training and encouragement to the Session, Deacons, and committees in articulating vision and developing programs.
6. In consultation with the Session or Personnel Committee, plan for and participate yearly in educational programs for personal and professional development.
Pastoral Care
7. Provide a pastoral presence to those in crisis; short-term counseling; conduct congregant visitations, including Communion for the home-bound, sick, or infirmed.
8. Develop relationships with faith and community groups and share their needs and concerns with the Session and appropriate committees.
Administration and Leadership
9. Moderate the Session. Assist and encourage the Ruling Elders, Deacons, and committees in the effective operation of a broad range of program activities.
10. With the Session, enlist/recruit chairpersons for all committees, such as Worship, Finance, Mission and Stewardship, Christian Education, Personnel, Fellowship, Facilities and Use, and Buildings and Grounds. Act as an ex-officio member of these committees, attend the meetings as needed, and be knowledgeable about their vision, responsibilities, and tasks.
11. Train, supervise and review the work of part-time staff and schedule staff meetings as needed. Work with appropriate staff to coordinate the church calendar and building rentals.
12. Schedule consistent office hours and be flexible in other hours of service.
13. Annually schedule and participate in pastoral performance review with the Personnel Committee.
14. Participate as an active member of the Cascades Presbytery, be informed of the decisions taken at its meetings and support the mission and goals of the Presbyterian Church (USA).
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Solo Pastor / Head of Staff, First Presbyterian Church of Port Huron, Port Huron, MI
Listed: 01-17-23
Employer: First Presbyterian Church of Port Huron | 811 Wall Street, Port Huron, MI 48060 | (810) 985-6191
Website: www.fpcporthuron.org
Location: Port Huron, MI
Type: full-time
Link: Job description
Our church / organization:
Our mission statement is to Know the love of God, Grow in Christian faith and Go share our faith. This vision summarizes our commitment to serve our congregation and community. We feel called to address ongoing needs through purposeful prayer, relevant worship services and Christian education.
Port Huron is a historic and vibrant small city in an ideal location. Known as the Blue Water Area, it takes pride in its remarkable and accessible location along the beautiful and busy St. Clair River and Lake Huron. Yet, it is close to a major urban center (Detroit) and all of its amenities as well as being just minutes away from another country (Canada) and all that it has to offer. Our new pastor will find themselves preaching in a 137-year-old sanctuary nestled in an evolving neighborhood close to the city’s downtown and waterways as well as along a sunlit Lake Huron beach during the summer.
The position:
In guiding God's church, we are looking for a full-time pastor who is able to handle many tasks. We may be a smaller congregation but, we are strong in our commitment to our members as well as our neighborhood and excited to help a new pastor learn and grow as we follow our mission.
We currently employ a part-time staff which includes an office administrator, Christian education director, technology and social media supervisor, music director, accountant and custodian. Many members also regularly and actively volunteer to support the church.
Specifically, the pastor will be responsible for:
● Pastoral care to all in need, including visiting those unable to come to church
● Preaching meaningful, spiritual and relevant sermons
● Teaching confirmation and adult education classes
● Guiding and coaching lay preachers and liturgists
● Encouraging stewardship in all forms
● Serving as Session moderator, attending Deacon Board meetings and supporting committee work
● Supervising staff
● Assisting in budget and financial planning
● Participating in local ministerial organizations
This list may sound daunting but with God's help our new pastor can count on the welcoming and family atmosphere of this congregation to work with him/her to achieve our mission.
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Director of Youth Ministries, The First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights, Arlington Heights, IL
Listed: 01-11-23
Employer: The First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights | 302 N. Dunton Ave. Arlington Heights, IL 60004 | 847-255-5900
Website: www.firstpresah.org
Location: Arlington Heights, IL
Type: Part-time
The First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights is looking for a Director of Youth Ministries to provide leadership and support for all programming and events that affect 6th grade through college students. By working in conjunction with the Youth Ministries Committee, the Director of Youth Ministries will create community, fellowship, and education within youth ministries at First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Envision and develop the youth ministries program, following or creating curriculum for youth Sunday school and youth groups.
2. Guide, administer, and support 6th/7th grade Sunday school (“Y-Search”), 8th grade Sunday school (“Confirmation”) and High School Sunday school, leading classes where necessary and guiding, training and supporting teachers in their ministry with youth.
3. Create, plan and lead Youth Group for both Middle School and High School students. This includes leading Bible studies, supporting youth group leaders, and providing all necessary staff support for the health of the program.
4. Serve as staff support to Collegiate Ministry Initiatives, assisting volunteers in planning and offering meaningful ministry, mission and events for college age students.
5. Be a warm, friendly, and welcoming presence to all youth and their families on Sunday mornings, Wednesday nights, and at all youth events.
6. Recruit volunteers to support middle school and high school youth programming.
7. Communicate regularly with youth, parents, adult volunteer leaders, committees, using multiple communication methods tailored to audience and type of message.
8. Develop relationships with the parents of youth group members.
9. With the Director of Children’s Ministry, arrange for Safe Sanctuary training to be completed by all adult volunteers who will be working with children/youth and ensure that all appropriate Safe Sanctuary paperwork is completed and up-to-date.
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Youth Minister / Director of Ministries, St. John Baptist Church, Gary, IN
Listed: 01-11-23
Employer: St. John Baptist Church | 2457 Massachusetts Street, Gary, Indiana 46407 | 219-886-7769
Website: www.stjohnbcgary.com
Location: Gary, IN
Type: Full-time
Contact: Katie Young
Overview:
The Youth Minister / Director of Ministries of the St. John Baptist Church will be a direct hire of the Senior Pastor and, unless otherwise directed, report directly to the Senior Pastor. The fundamental purposes of this position will be to develop a functional and vibrant Youth Ministry within the church and to serve as a liaison between the Senior Pastor and all of the Ministry Leaders of the St. John Baptist Church.
Other duties will include, but may not be limited to the following:
Conduct quarterly meetings with all ministry leaders
Make sure that all programs / events are thoroughly and efficiently planned (including but not limited to the completion of the Activity Request Form)
Make sure each ministry develops and operates within its annual / quarterly budget
Make sure ministry elections are held every other year
If there is a vacancy within the leadership, it is filled in a timely fashion
Meet with each ministry individually as necessary
Ensure that all events scheduled are not in conflict with the church calendar
Periodic preaching
Periodic teaching (Sunday School and / or Bible Study)
Development of efforts and events that will enhance the youth of our congregation and community
Strong written and oral communication skills are required. In addition, the applicant must be extremely organized and able to work independently.
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Pastor, Nashua Presbyterian Church, Nashua, New Hampshire
Listed: 12-06-22
Employer: Nashua Presbyterian Church | 1010 West Hollis Street, Nashua NH, 03062
Website: www.nashuapresbyterian.org
Location: Nashua, New Hampshire
Type: Full-time
Contact: David Millner
The Nashua Presbyterian church seeks a full time pastor who is ordained in the PC(USA). The pastor is responsible for providing leadership in the worship life of the 60 member congregation. Our congregation actively worships, works and plays together as a family. Nashua is located in southern NH, approximately 50 miles northwest of Boston, with the seacoast and the White Mountains within an easy ride.
We, the members of the Nashua Presbyterian Church (NPC), believe in one all-powerful God, who creates us, loves us, and saves us through his grace, which is manifest in the sacrifice of his son, Jesus Christ. We rejoice in the presence and power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. We are grateful to God for bringing us together from distant locations, with varied backgrounds and views. We are committed to being a warm, welcoming family, caring for each other and offering assistance to those in need. We are dedicated to participation in local mission and broader outreach through the connectional nature of the world wide programs of the PC (USA). We are confident that by worshiping, praying, working, studying, and enjoying fellowship, with a strong faith in God’s love, we can nourish one another, learn to live by Jesus’ example, help others and spread the good news of the gospel.
How will this position help you to reach your vision and mission goals?
While Nashua Presbyterian Church successfully functions as a congregation, there is no one person to coordinate and oversee all the critical functions of an active church. We want a leader to set our targets, pace, and culture. With a strong pastor to lead and encourage our efforts, we believe we can reach more people through our existing missions and develop more opportunities to serve. We strive to live up to the words in our Mission Statement, “to rejoice in the presence and the power of the Holy Spirit” and “spread the good news of the Gospel.” Proverbs 27:25 “Be diligent to know the state of your flocks and attend to your herds.”
Provide a description of the characteristics needed by the person who is open to being called to this congregation and or organization.
Our congregation places a high emphasis on members in mission in the community. We want a pastor to be involved in these missions and in the Interfaith leadership in the community. The ideal candidate: Demonstrates experience in preaching, teaching, leading a group, and being able to work with individuals who may not always embrace change. Desirable characteristics include flexibility and creativity. Assesses the strengths of individual church members and draws them into participating in a way that takes advantage of their strengths. We want our pastor to practice pastoral self-care and maintain open communication about any needs.
What specific tasks, assignments, and program areas will this person have responsibility?
The pastor is responsible for the following: Providing leadership in the worship life of the congregation, pastoral outreach to members and friends of the congregation. Working with the Church leadership to further the stated goals of the congregation. Revised 3/2016 Preaching, teaching, promoting spiritual growth, administering the sacraments, providing comfort and care through ministry and personal counseling, moderating the session, and meeting with various committees of the church. Providing advice and support for expanding our Christian education offerings to a wider segment of the congregation, providing pastoral care, and training for Elders and Deacons. Participating in local interfaith activities, community, and global outreach, and in the local Presbytery. Encouraging and supporting the missions of the church and its fund-raising efforts. Administering the small staff (currently a part-time Communication Specialist and a part-time pianist). Collaborating with the worship and music planning committees.
Please send PIF with cover letter to David Millner, Chairman Search Committee.
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Clinician, Chicago Torture Justice Center, Chicago, IL
Listed: 01-10-2022
Employer: Chicago Torture Justice Center | 16337 S. Woodlawn, Chicago, IL 60637 | 773-966-6666
Website: www.chicagotorturejustice.org
Location: Chicago, IL
Type: Full-time
Contact: Shalom Parker
Download: Job Description
Background
On May 6, 2015, in response to a movement spanning three decades, the Chicago City Council passed historic legislation providing reparations to the survivors of racially motivated police torture committed between 1972 and 1991–specifically, the twenty years of police torture orchestrated by Commander Jon Burge and detectives under his command. This makes Chicago the first municipality in the United States to provide reparations to those harmed by racially motivated law enforcement violence. The push for reparations was driven by the lack of redress for systemic harms; the package provides for financial compensation to the survivors; job training; free education at the City Colleges; an official apology; required teaching in the Chicago public schools; and a public memorial. Lastly, the Ordinance requires the creation of a community center informed by the needs of survivors of police torture, their family members, and community members. The Center is the first in the nation to provide specialized trauma services to those tortured by law enforcement officials within the U.S. For more information about the reparations movement in Chicago, we invite you to read Reparations: A Blueprint to address systemic police violence by Joey Mogul and Chicago Torture Victim: The War Isn’t Over Yet by Darrell Cannon.
Position Summary
Under direction of the Clinical Director, Clinician provides trauma-informed, strengths-based interventions to the Center’s participants in alignment with the Center’s guiding principle, Politicized Healing framework, and Community Counseling model. Interventions include assessments, clinical counseling, and case management services. Clinician provides direction to the staff team for the implementation of treatment plans as needed and works to expand the Center’s services and engage new participants through building of relationships with other community agencies. Clinician also provides participant advocacy, broad-based community services, and psycho-educational groups to community members and participants on topics such as the impact of police violence and trauma. Clinician will work in a dynamic team environment co-creating a three-part path of restoration for community members: dismantle (political work), create (visioning the world we need), healing (individual services + community life). All services provided at the Center are free (we do not accept insurance or Medicaid), and we prioritize a non-pathologizing model of care (we do not diagnose, unless specifically requested)
Essential Skills and Experience
Clinical license required, or on pathway to attaining clinical license within 12 months
At least 2 years of experience providing case management and clinical services
Must be able to build and maintain strong collaborative, participant-centered healing relationships with participants and their families
Knowledge of research literature and treatment models around race-based trauma and community counseling approaches and willingness to engage in research activities
Comfortability applying a political analysis to mental health, its history, and its service gaps for impacted communities
Willingness to embrace a Community Counseling Model including providing educational workshops to the public, conduct and present research, advocating for the rights of participants in a court setting.
Experience working with formerly incarcerated folks, including an awareness of the unique needs of populations impacted by carceral systems and how that requires adjustments to typical service models
Experience working with and within African-American communities and an analysis of how individual service models do not meet the needs of this community
Experience working with communities impacted by police violence. Familiarity with impacts of state violence, in particular with how community members may struggle with institutional settings like hospitals, clinical rooms, etc.
Flexibility to meet in different locations
Experience working with participants from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
Understanding of harm reduction, community-based organizing, trauma-informed systems of care, impacts of torture and healing justice highly regarded
Proven success cultivating relationships with program participants, staff, community groups, and other related agencies
Experience with record keeping systems preferred
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with Chicago
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and brief answers to the following questions (max two pages total) to Shalom Parker at shalom@chicagotorturejustice.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 1) Describe how your race and cultural identity influence your clinical work with participants from lower socio-economic backgrounds and people of color. 2) Discuss your understanding of the various systems of oppression that impact survivors of police torture, police violence, and incarceration; and how that would impact your clinical approach to treatment. 3) How do you understand the ethics around multiple relationships when it comes to working in community mental health with people of color?
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