Job and Ministry Opportunities: July 2024

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Ministry Jobs

PASTOR OF MONMOUTH TRINITY HOLINESS CHURCH (SOUTHEAST KANSAS)

We are a small independent Holiness church and are seeking a Pastor that is Biblically grounded in Wesleyan/Arminian Theology. We are searching for a servant leader that has a love for reaching hearts and discipling people for Christ’s Kingdom. We desire a pastor that can exhort, challenge and encourage the congregation.

The pastor will be expected to lead the service and preach on Sunday mornings. We prefer the pastor to be available to help with Wednesday evening youth ministry.

We are located in rural southeast Kansas and desire a pastor that will reside in our area and become a part of the community.

For more information please contact Larry Davolt via text or phone. 620.249.4127

DIRECTOR OF NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES AT COMMON GROUND UMC (CAMBRIDGE, MA)

About Us:

Common Ground: A United Methodist Community is a welcoming and progressive church located in the heart of Cambridge, MN. We are a Christ centered community living out profound inclusivity, authentic questions, and compassionate justice. Our community values diversity and aims to create a safe space where everyone is accepted and celebrated. As we continue our mission, we are seeking a relational, passionate, and dedicated individual to serve as our Director of Next Generation Ministries, focusing on the spiritual development of youth and young adults in our community.

Position Summary:

The Director of Next Generation Ministries at Common Ground is a pivotal role responsible for guiding and nurturing the youth and young adults in our community. This position involves developing and implementing programs that encourage spiritual exploration, personal growth, and social engagement among youth and young adults in our congregation and community. We are seeking a candidate who shares our progressive Christian values, possesses a genuine passion for working with young people, and can create inclusive and innovative programs.

Hours and Compensation:

32 hours per week and compensated at a yearly salary of $40,000 – $45,000. Position begins with 3 weeks paid vacation and includes 8 weeks paid parental leave (with an optional 4 additional weeks unpaid), comprehensive paid sick leave, professional development funding, mileage reimbursement, and professional expenses reimbursable
account.

Responsibilities:

• Develop relationships with youth and young adults in our community
• Develop and implement a comprehensive and engaging ministry program for youth and young adults, integrating spiritual, educational, social activities, and service opportunities.
• Cultivate a safe and supportive environment where young people can explore their faith, ask questions, and build a strong sense of community.
• Lead regular studies, discussion groups, retreats, special events, service projects, and outreach activities tailored to the unique needs and interests of youth and young adults.
• Provide pastoral care and mentorship to youth and young adults, offering guidance and support as they navigate life challenges and spiritual questions.
• Provide welcoming, inviting, and safe space for youth and young adults in our community who identify as LGBTQIA+
• Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to assist with youth and young adult ministry activities.
• Stay informed about current trends, issues, and challenges faced by youth and young adults, adapting ministry programs accordingly to address these concerns.
• Build relationships with parents and families.
• Establish a presence with local schools, colleges, and community organizations to expand the reach and impact of our ministry programs.
• Actively participate in church leadership meetings, sharing insights and recommendations related to the needs of the youth and young adult community.
• Develop Common Ground as a hub for youth and young adult ministry in our region.
• Collaborate with other CG ministry staff – cross ministry

Qualifications:

• Highly relational individual with energy and enthusiasm for this work.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Strong understanding of progressive Christian theology and a commitment to social justice and inclusivity.
• Proven experience working with youth and young adults in a ministry or educational setting. Enjoys spending time with youth and young adults.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with a passion for empowering others and fostering a sense of belonging.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and individuals, both within the church community and in external partnerships.
• Creative and innovative mindset, with the ability to develop engaging and relevant ministry programs.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring the smooth planning and execution of events and activities.
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to the evolving needs of the youth and young adult community.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying informed about best practices in youth and young adult ministry.
• Able to work a flexible schedule and approach the job with stamina and energy.
• Able to work and connect with diverse personality types.
• Inclusive of everyone regardless of religious or spiritual beliefs, particularly those who are not welcomed or included elsewhere.

Background check required upon hiring. If interested send a resume to pastorandrew@commongroundumc.org

PASTOR AT NAHUNTA FRIENDS CHURCH (WAYNE COUNTY, NC)

Subject: Notice of open position

Nahunta Friends Meeting is accepting applications for the Senior Pastor position at our church.

Nahunta Friends is a rural church in northwestern Wayne County, North Carolina. We are an independent evangelical, conservative Quaker church. You can learn more about who we are on our church’s website (nahuntafriends.org). The job description can also be found on the church website.

Nahunta Friends has many members, including young adults, students, families with children, empty nesters, and seasoned adults. Some families have been attending Nahunta Friends for generations. We have active Sunday School classes, Bible studies, and youth groups. Nahunta Friends is very active in local outreach and foreign missions. Members are encouraged to learn about God, grow in their relationship with Christ, and serve others in love.

We seek to bring the unchurched to Christ, grow current members in their faith, and strengthen all to fulfill the call of Christ in our lives. We aim to evangelize to the lost while meeting our community’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Applications, resumes, or questions can be submitted to the Clerk of Ministry and Counsel, Amy Pierce, at amy.pierce419@gmail.com 

Applicants will be contacted promptly regarding any follow-up interview requirements.

Primary Function

To promote the work of God’s Kingdom at Nahunta through leadership, pastoral care, and the ministry of the Word. 

Requirements 

• Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, having accepted Him as Savior and Lord.
• Should have previous training and/or experience as a pastor in a church setting. Must be familiar with and committed to the Church Core Beliefs as noted on our Nahunta Friends Church Facebook page.
• Must have a desire for personal growth and development in his/her calling as a Senior Pastor.
• Must be willing to be a “team player” with the leadership of the meeting.
• Must maintain regular time for reading God’s Word and for prayerful, obedient responses to God’s Leading.
• Prepare for and participate in an annual evaluation with Ministry and Counsel concerning the effectiveness of the Pastor’s personal and Monthly Meeting ministry.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Leadership 
   • Prayerfully work with Ministry and Counsel and Monthly Meeting to establish and promote a Spirit-led vision and goals for Nahunta.
   • Support and build up present leadership in the church through prayer and encouragement while mentoring other potential leaders.
   • Model a servant yet visionary style of leadership to the congregation.
   • Be available to committee chairpersons and others who function in leadership to help them develop in their area of ministry.
   • Maintain open communication with staff, leadership, and congregation about all matters related to the life of the church.
   • Maintain easy accessibility and availability to all congregants.
   • Model an evangelistic ministry and lifestyle seeking to lead others to Christ and to train others to do so as well.
   • Leadership is based primarily on the teachings of Scripture but also in accordance with Faith and Practice and in the spirit of Friends’ testimonies.
   • In consultation with Ministry and Counsel, plan, lead, and preach during weekly worship services.
   • Assist membership in discovering, developing, and putting into practice their spiritual gift.
2. Pastoral Care 
   • Must express equal care for each member of the church family.
   • Participate in visitation of shut-ins, hospital, nursing homes, and other crisis
   • situations while helping to develop ministries that will provide adequate care to a growing church family in times of need.
   • Provide spiritual direction through listening, prayer, and counsel to members who desire to give attention to their spiritual lives.
   • Attempt to provide encouragement and comfort to the weak and struggling persons in the meeting.
   • Develop and participate in the discipling of new believers in Christ. Realizing that the pastor cannot care for and disciple every member at the same level, effort should be given to equipping other members to become disciple-makers, mentors, and caregivers who can in turn help others mature in faith. Support and development of small group ministries that nurture individual growth and personal ministry.
   • Be able to maintain confidentiality of members as they share personal burdens and concerns.
   • Provide counseling in personal, spiritual, premarital, marital, family and grief situations. Maintain strict confidentiality in all counseling matters. Recognize the need to refer difficult matters to professionals where appropriate.
   • Perform other duties as assigned by Ministry and Counsel which are consistent with the ministry of the meeting.
   • Mentor other staff members when/if applicable.
3. Ministry of the Word 
   • Must believe in the authority of Scripture and be convinced of the Bible’s relevance to the life and faith of the Christian.
   • Should provide ample time for prayer, study of Scripture, and meditation in preparation for teaching and preaching ministry.
   • Prayerfully seek to bring Biblical and practical messages to congregation each week.
   • Is sensitive during Open Worship to the Holy Spirit’s leading so that there may be opportunity for free expression of the Lord’s message through the congregation’s voice.
4. Personal 
   • Devote ample time per week to meet the needs of the church, while also setting aside time for one’s own spiritual growth. 
   • Two weeks paid vacation each year with the understanding of giving ministry and counsel ample time to fill the pulpit. 
   • Two weeks sick leave each year, with carryover not to exceed 6 weeks. 

 

FAMILY LIFE PASTOR AT THE FOUNDRY CHURCH (WINTER SPRINGS, FL)

Job Title: Family Life Pastor
Work Location: 1491 E State Rd 434, Winter Springs, FL 32708
Department: Family Life
Reports to: Associate Pastor
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary Range: $32,000 – $40,000 – Negotiable upon experience
Send Resume to: info@thefoundryc.org

Position Overview:

The Foundry Church is looking for a Family Life Pastor to join our team. The expansion and enhancement of our Kids and Student Ministries are reliant on the dedication, engagement, and intentional oversight of a Family Life Pastor. We are looking for someone to continue the expansion of the ministries by engaging the children and students on age-appropriate levels through play, discussions, activities, and events. The Family Life Pastor should be able to connect biblical lessons with interpersonal skills so that children and students learn how to live out biblical morals.

This highly collaborative role within our organization ensures that the entire Family Life team points children, students, volunteers, and parents towards a better life within God’s intended reality. He or she will work closely with the other pastors and staff members to help realize the vision of the church.

You should…

• Be passionate about connecting with and strengthening families.
• Be a self-starter/self-motivated.
• Have a high level of creativity and organization to maintain structure within the program without hampering the excitement and energy of the families.

Essential Qualities:

• Classroom management
• Program development
• Volunteer development
• Effective communication
• Strong team player
• Positive, contagious energy
• Self-starter mindset
• Desire for the flourishing of everyone around you

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Sunday

• Coordinate set-up and strike of the kids and students areas.
• Manage and support volunteer leaders, teachers, and greeters.
• Connect with families (especially visitors and parents).
• Maintain the organization and energy of the program.
• Implement and oversee the safety policy.
• Meaningfully interact with kids and students in the programs.

Weekly

• Review attendance records; contacting families and welcoming visitors.
• Follow-up with volunteers.
• Manage online resources and engagement.
• Develop and run evening events.
• Prepare for Sunday and upcoming events.
• Connect with families throughout the week.

Ongoing

• Recruit, coordinate, and develop volunteers.
• Evaluate and adjust curriculum as necessary.
• Evaluate and adjust the Sunday morning family experience as necessary.
• Create events outside of Sunday mornings.
• Help prepare a smooth transition from the Kids to Students Ministry.
• Coordinate planning meetings with parents and volunteers.
• Develop and implement a vision for the Family Life Ministry that supports the vision for the Foundry Church as a whole.
• Continually work on personal growth through books, training resources, classes, conferences, and seminars.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a Comprehensive Family Development Plan.
• Manage Family Life Ministry budgets and financials.
• Extra duties as assigned within the scope of your ministry.
• Opportunities to preach if desired.

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Hours (including work from home time)
• 403(b) Match – varying up to 6%
• Health and Life Insurance Subsidies with supplemental insurances available.
• Mom’s Day Out Childcare Reimbursement
• IRS Housing Allowance Qualification
• Moving and phone allowances available
• PTO Caregiver Leave for new children and aging parents
• Professional Development Opportunities

Church Leadership Structure:

The Foundry Church has a vertical organizational structure. The Elders oversee the Leadership Team (the Lead and Executive Pastors). The Leadership Team oversees the Pastors (including this position). This means the Family Life Pastor has the support of both the Elders and the Leadership Team who are there to grow and guide them.

The Foundry Church has a circular operational structure. Each Pastor works collaboratively with the Leadership Team to actualize the vision in the lives of our members. This means the Family Life Pastor, alongside the other pastors, will attend monthly elder meetings, have a voice in the vision, give feedback for sermon series, and give advice for churchwide events. Each Pastor of the Foundry Church has a voice in the direction of the church.

Work Culture:

The Foundry Church values the voices of each Pastor as we work to portray the diversity of spirituality to our congregation. Our team prioritizes growth and learning on both the staff and individual level. We want to pour into helping make you a better version of yourself. Our team also works with great flexibility. Whether it is a sick kid, broken car, or a house full of mold, we understand that life happens and we want you to know that you can lean on your fellow Pastors for support.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree required or in process. (Flexible in Degree Type)
• 1-3 years of experience preferred. (Flexible)
• Demonstrated maturity and agrees with a working understanding of the vision of The Foundry Church.
• Experience with use of office equipment, computers, and an understanding of databases.
• Experience with use of social media posting and management.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance.

General:

• This is a weekend and evening experience position (4-5 hours)
• Approximately 30-40 hours per week planning and working on Kids Area
• Some of the responsibilities may be done outside of the office as approved

For more information, or to apply, email huntermaerz@thefoundryc.org

DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN’S AND YOUTH MINISTRY AT LORETTO METHODIST CHURCH (LORETTO, TN)

Overview:

This is a full-time position working with children, youth, parents, and volunteers to live in and enjoy God’s kingdom. Responsibilities include planning for weekly meetings, special events, and trips. Our congregation has approximately 40 children and youth ages 0-18.

Candidate Details:

• Youth ministry experience needed.

• Must have a deep sense of calling to children’s and youth ministry.

• Must be self-driven AND team oriented.

• Starting salary is negotiable.

• Housing provided and utilities paid.

Purpose:

The Director of Children’s & Youth Ministry will be in charge of all aspects of ministry with the following responsibilities:

• Relational Development – Build trust and rapport with students, their parents, and volunteers.

• Spiritual Development – Create and implement a ministry plan for participants to grow into loving, fruitful followers of Jesus, who live lives empowered by the Spirit, and possess a strong understanding of God’s story in Scripture.

• Leadership Development – Help participants discover their calling from Jesus by involving them in different types of ministry opportunities inside and outside the walls of the church, and empowering them to lead within the ministry itself.

• Volunteer Development – Equip and grow the volunteer base to allow for better relationships and spiritual development.

• Retreats & Mission Projects – Create opportunities for students to make life-long decisions, discover their callings, and build deeper relationships outside the four walls of the church.

• Weekly Gatherings – Create a secure and robust environment for participants to gather, learn, and laugh together.

If interested, please contact the pastor at:

Jeff Jacob 931-244-4233 and/or jacobhouse100@gmail.com

DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY AT SPRINGFIELD OAKS CHURCH (GMC) (SPRINGFIELD, GA)

Position Description: Director of Youth Ministry

Springfield Oaks Church- A Global Methodist Congregation

Classification: Exempt

Reports to: Senior Pastor

Date: updated July 5, 2023

Come join Springfield Oaks Church, a dynamic and vibrant Christian family of believers who strive to point to Jesus Christ in all we do. Springfield Oaks is located in downtown Springfield, Georgia, a growing rural community just northeast of Savannah with a long history of faith and service. Our pastors and musicians lead us in 2 different services of worship each Sunday- a praise & worship expression and a more traditional form- averaging 275 in attendance each week. Our Global Methodist body has a heart for serving others through missions, in-house and abroad. Student ministry is a big priority with 25-35 active youth and a thriving children’s program. We also have 15-20 active college students, most of whom are products of our youth and children’s programs. Women’s and Men’s groups, Evangelism, Missions & more- there is plenty to be involved in at Springfield Oaks! Come experience the excitement of our warm and caring hometown church as we lead people to follow Christ!

Currently, we are looking for a full-time Director of Youth Ministry. The Director of Youth Ministry must be a committed disciple of Jesus Christ, who is grounded upon God’s Word and seeks to be led by the Holy Spirit in ministry with youth and their families. They must embrace the doctrines and teachings of Wesleyan theology and the Global Methodist Church.

Essential Responsibilities

• Create, plan and lead dynamic Sunday evening worship and Bible Study programs that facilitate spiritual growth of attendees
• Plan and lead Bible Studies for Middle and High School small groups
• Coordinate and lead Youth Special Events
• Build dynamic relationships in support of youth programs and ministry- students, parents, staff, community, etc.
• Work with the Senior Pastor, Associate Pastor, Children’s Director, and Educational Committee to coordinate the Youth Ministry into the total ministry of Springfield Oaks Church.

Minimum Position Requirements

• Passion and calling for communicating the love of Christ to students from various backgrounds and beliefs
• Passionately follows Christ and feels a calling from God to serve in scripture-based youth ministry
• Readily available to youth (attendance at extra-curricular events, visitation, and times of crisis, etc.)
• Effectively partners with youth, parents, other church staff, volunteers, and small group leaders
• Excellent communication skills, including writing skills and oral presentation skills, in both small and large group worship environments
• Strong technology skills and experience including ability to effectively disseminate mass electronic communications using various platforms, calendaring, and basic graphic design
• College undergraduate degree and training in youth ministry, or a combination of equivalent experience and training
• Must be willing to submit to and clear criminal background check and driving record background check 

Interested or Know Someone Who Is?

• Please direct all inquiries to pastor@springfieldoakschurch.comor call 912-754-6646.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Springfield, GA 31329: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Christian leadership (Required)

Work Location: In person

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