Job and Ministry Opportunities: May 2025

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Ministry Jobs

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MINISTRIES AT MULDER CHURCH (WETUMPKA, AL)

Mulder Church is seeking our next full-time Director of Student Ministries to oversee the spiritual growth and development of students in grades 7-12. We are a Global Methodist Church in the fast-growing community of Redland in Wetumpka, AL. As our community is growing and changing, our church is also. We have recently added a third worship service to make room for more individuals and families. Redland has a new middle school with over 600 students in 5th – 8th grade, and our local high school has a student body of over 1200. The ideal candidate must have a mature and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, be called by God to student ministry, love teenagers, be an excellent communicator, be a team player and team builder, be able to work with minimal supervision, have strong organization skills, and have experience working with youth and families. If interested, go to mulderchurch.com/job-openings to apply or email info@mulderchurch.com with any questions.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Director of Student Ministries

PAY CATEGORY: Full-time, competitive annual salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, health insurance and retirement benefits, and paid time off.

PURPOSE: Provides spiritual growth opportunities for students in grades 7 through 12.

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Senior Pastor

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: A four-year college degree in student ministries, Christian education, secondary education, or a closely related field. Ability to plan, organize, and manage group activities. Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Establishes and nurtures good working relationships with staff members and volunteer workers to promote a spirit of teamwork in the church.
• Establishes and maintains pastoral relationships with students and their parents.
• Researches, evaluates, purchases and implements curriculum and other resource materials that will enhance the spiritual growth of students.
• Plans and provides personal oversight for weekly student ministries such as Sunday School and evening student programs.
• Plans and provides personal oversight for special student ministries such as service projects, seasonal programs, and mission trips.
• Recruits, trains, and personally supervises volunteer workers for Student Ministries.
• Manages all financial resources used in Student Ministries including budgeting, fund raising, and record keeping for special events, trips, and programs.
• Ensures compliance with Safe Sanctuaries policies including facilitating routine training and administering background checks for volunteers.
• Represents Student Ministries in staff and Church Council meetings.
• Participates regularly with other church staff members in greeting students arriving at the Redland Elementary School on Mondays during the school year.
• Participates in continuing education related to student ministries.
• Maintains a current certification in CPR.
• Maintains a current Commercial Driver’s License.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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DIRECTOR OF MEDIA AND COMMUNICATIONS AT MULDER CHURCH (WETUMPKA, AL)

Mulder Church is seeking our next full-time Director of Media and Communications. Amazing things happen at Mulder Church. We need someone gifted in media and communications to help us tell the stories and create supporting and engaging content. We are a Global Methodist Church in the fast-growing community of Redland in Wetumpka, AL. As our community is growing and changing, our church is also. In the past year, we have added a third worship service to make room for more individuals and families. The ideal candidate will have a passion for using digital media to communicate creatively and effectively, desire a Christ-like working environment where people are valued, be a team player and team builder, be able to work with minimal supervision while being part of a collaborative team, have attention to detail, desire growth both personally and professionally, and will have education and experience in the field of media and communications. If interested, go to mulderchurch.com/job-openings to apply or email info@mulderchurch.com with any questions.

PAY CATEGORY: Full-time Salaried

PURPOSE: To oversee and produce the audio-visual aspects of church ministries as well as digital communications.

REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Senior Pastor

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma and experience with digital media production and social media. Ability to collaborate effectively with staff members to identify and provide creative digital support for their ministries.

PREFERENCE GIVEN TO: Applicants with college degree in Media and Communications or related field, skill in graphic design and videography, knowledge of ProPresenter software, Final Cut Pro or similar video editing software, knowledge of Microsoft 365, and knowledge of social media best practices.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Establish and nurture good working relationships with staff members and volunteers to promote a spirit of teamwork in the church.
• Work with staff and ministry leaders to define, develop, and effectively communicate messages to church-wide and specific audiences.
• Manage Mulder Church brand to ensure consistency, presence, and quality.
• Provide audio/visual production and support for worship services and special events.
• Cultivate, lead, and manage a team of volunteers to assist with audio-visual ministries.
• Create sermon series media content including series bumper videos, series graphic, and weekly sermon slides.
• Record, edit, and produce weekly announcement videos for Sunday worship.
• Develop ways to creatively communicate our church “stories” through all media such as event highlight reels, ministry celebrations, testimonials, advertisements, and other special projects.
• Monitor and maintain the church website to ensure up to date information.
• Create and maintain Mulder Church social media strategy.
• Manage audio-visual technology budget and be responsible for church technology equipment, recommending upgrades when appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Compensation includes competitive full-time salary commensurate with education and experience, health insurance, retirement contribution, professional development, and paid time off.

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DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES AT FIRST METHODIST CHURCH OF MARBLE FALLS (TX)

Position: Director of Music Ministries, Full-Time

Salary: $55, 000

Report To: Senior Minister and Church Administrator

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (music education, performance, and/or ministry
• Prior experience as a church worship and music leader
• Prior experience in leading and directing church choir, instrumental groups, and varied musical ensembles

Qualifications

• Have a persona vital relationship with Jesus Christ
• Be a person of integrity and Christian character
• Knowledge and understanding of Global Methodist theology

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate music for all worship services, holidays, special events and other church activities as assigned
• Lead (through collaboration with ministers) meaningful and vita worship services and experiences
• Lead and conduct weekly rehearsals and worship services with choir and instrumentalists
• Select hymns and other music pieces that align with the liturgy and service focus
• Develop and manage the music ministry budget
• Participate in worship planning with pastors. This cooperative planning will outline all scripture, music and spiritual focus for all worship services
• Support church wide children and youth programs (VBS, youth band, etc.)
• Conduct and lead varied musical groups (Chancel choir, soloists, special small groups, vocalist, wind instruments, band, and piano/organ, etc.)
• Attend weekly staff meetings

For more information, or to apply, please contact kit@fmcmarblefalls.com

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VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT AFFAIRS AT KING UNIVERSITY (BRISTOL, TN)

King University boasts a long-standing tradition of academic excellence, accessibility, and dedicated service to both the church and the local community. As a comprehensive Christian university, King fosters intellectual, social, and spiritual growth, evidenced by its numerous successful alumni across diverse fields. Offering over 90 programs through five academic schools, King’s commitment to quality has been recently recognized by Money Magazine, naming it one of the top nine colleges in Tennessee.

King University seeks an experienced and visionary Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) to serve as its chief student affairs officer, reporting directly to the President. The VPSA will lead the planning, implementation, and administration of a comprehensive student services program, providing executive oversight for key departments including Residence Life, Safety and Security, Counseling Center, Career Services, and Student Life.

A more comprehensive document describing the opportunity is available upon request. Interested candidates may forward a current resume to Brian Jensen at bjensen@faithsearchpartners.com or Andrew Westmoreland at awestmoreland@faithsearchpartners.com. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.

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STUDENT MINISTRY PASTOR AT CARING COMMUNITY (ALBION, MI)

Church Description:

Caring Community is a missional, Wesleyan church family called to see Jesus transform lives in Calhoun County and beyond. We have been growing by 25% per year, with many teens being baptized in the last two years. We are located in Albion, MI, a diverse college town with great outreach opportunities. Check us out at www.caringcommunity.church.

Role Description:

• 60% – Student Ministries. As the Student Ministry director/pastor, you will be responsible for the middle school and high school ministry.
• 40% – Choose your own adventure! Lead another ministry based on your spiritual gifts and interests. Options include discipleship, spiritual formation, outreach, tech, video stories & graphics production, or event planning.

Healthy Work Environment:

• Full time = 40 hrs/week (not 50+).
• Sabbath – staff are required to take a Sabbath Day.
• Flexible Schedule – staff spend about 1.5 days in the office, plus Sunday mornings. Other work is done remote.
• Spiritual Empowerment – The Holy Spirit can accomplish much more than we can. Therefore, twice a week, the staff prays together for a half-hour.
• Educational Empowerment – opportunity to earn a free Master’s degree in ministry through our partnership with Indiana Wesleyan University and Trellis.
• Team Mentality – our staff prays, brainstorms, problem-solves, and helps one another.

Spiritual Qualifications:

• Godly integrity
• A healthy and vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ
• Consistent practice of the spiritual disciplines
• Passion for helping teens become the people God created them to be
• Agrees with The Wesleyan Church’s Statement of Faith and other doctrinal positions
• Teachable, humble, and willing to be held accountable
• A team player who is gracious and respectful to leadership, peers, and volunteers

Professional Qualifications:

• Experience working in student ministry
• A gifted teacher who can relate the Bible to students and help them develop an orthodox Christian worldview
• Excels at connecting with teens for the purpose of connecting them to Jesus
• Self-Motivated
• A track record of being able to recruit, develop and manage volunteers
• A Bachelor’s degree in ministry

Student Ministry Oversight:

• Work with volunteers to plan and lead all aspects of Junior and Senior High Youth ministry, including a weekly gathering, monthly events, and annual retreats.
• Disciple teens to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
• Recruit, train, delegate, and encourage adult volunteers for ministry effectiveness.
• Provide parents with recommended resources and ideas to disciple their teens.
• Involve students in ministry, developing serving opportunities that will allow teens to grow in their God-given abilities and calling.
• Stream at least one gathering each week to connect with those who are unable to attend in person. Maintain other forms of social media as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned by the Lead Pastor.

Submit Application to jobs@caringcommunity.church

Instead of a cover letter, please submit a link to a video introduction of yourself and a typed resume. A video taken on your cell phone is fine. If possible, also include a link to a teaching video.

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ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF FAMILY MINISTRY AND DISCIPLESHIP AT FIRST METHODIST CHURCH ANDALUSIA (AL)

Title: Associate Pastor of Family Ministry & Discipleship at First Methodist Church Andalusia
Reports Directly to: Senior Pastor
Full-time position
Salary: 55-65K plus retirement/health insurance

This position is to carry out the First Methodist Church of Andalusia’s mission of ministering God’s Word to and among families. The Pastor of Family Ministries (PFM) will provide pastoral care for the church by overseeing the youth ministries to ensure the family of God works together to make disciples of the next generation. The PFM is a shepherd for parents of young people to train, disciple, and raise their children. The PFM provides pastoral care for the young (children, youth, and early adults) and oversight to the part-time children and youth directors.

Qualifications:

• Possess a passion to make disciples and see spiritual growth among children and youth.
• Able to communicate and articulate the gospel.
• Agree with the Global Methodist Church Doctrine.
• Possess a passion for the health and maturity of the local church.
• Hold an MDiv degree or Certificate from a certified theological seminary.

Areas of Responsibility:

The Pastor of Family Ministries will oversee the discipleship systems from nursery to college and their parents. The PFM will work to develop discipleship leaders to ensure that parents are prepared to lead their children, and that young people have spiritual mentors when their parents cannot be the model. The PFM will work with adult volunteers to implement discipleship groups, Sunday School, Wednesday and Sunday evening activities, and weekday adult studies.

Duties:

• Work with the senior pastor on a preaching schedule to include regular opportunities to preach.
• Share the pastoral duties with the senior pastor for worship, funerals, and special services.
• Assist the senior pastor in pastoral care needs, visioning/planning, and communicating the direction of vision/planning.
• Oversee relational and biblical ministries to children and youth.
• Ensure that the curriculum used at each level of spiritual development connects to the next level and is faithful to the aim of the Bible as a whole.
• Actively minister among the junior high and high school age groups throughout the week (i.e. youth group, functions, mentoring).
• Be active in local school systems/groups and community events.
• Work with the senior pastor and other ministry teams to ensure that there are opportunities for all generations to worship, learn, and serve together.
• Provide opportunities to celebrate children, youth, and new parents in our congregation.
• At every church gathering, be proactive in contacting guests and visitors with children.
• Recruit volunteers, teachers, and leaders for all Family Ministry positions.

Interested candidates can send resume and inquiries to:

Dr. Kenneth Jackson – Senior Pastor at: ken.jackson.pastor@gmail.com

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DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT AT THE THEOLOGY OF WORK PROJECT (TOW) (PACIFIC NORTHWEST, REMOTE)

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The Theology of Work Project (“TOW”) helps people integrate their Christian faith in their work. We are the largest and most-trusted resource for individuals, organizations, and churches to apply the Bible and the Christian faith to their work in every occupation. As an independent, international organization, we have worldwide reach and impact, with over six million users of our free web articles, podcasts, Bible and small group studies, individual devotions, social media and other resources each year. We are on a rapid growth trajectory, including translations into English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Indonesian and Korean. Recent fundraising successes have enabled us to launch a pastor-training program with cohorts in 11 cities across the US. We are a not-for-profit 501(c)3 with directors, editors, contributors and advisors from around the world, supported primarily by foundations and individual donors. We are on a significant growth trajectory, with annual operations nearing $1,000,000 in 2025, up from about $400,000 in 2022. We have been highly successful in fundraising using an informal team of the Executive Editor, staff, and Board of Directors. To take it to the next level, we are ready to bring on a Director of Development as a senior leader of our staff and Board.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TOW seeks a Director of Development, based in the Pacific Northwest, to lead us in developing a growing, sustainable base of donors and partners to fulfill the many mission opportunities before us.

The Director will lead us in creating an organizational capability to identify, engage, develop, and grow relationships with donors/grantors (across the USA) and missional partners (with a focus on the Pacific Northwest). We believe that this process must be a blessing to donors and partners, not merely a source of funding and capacities for the TOW Project. This means that the Director will seek first to identify and initiate relationships of mutual benefit. The CEO, staff, and board of the TOW Project will share in the work of relationship building, as led by the Director of Development.

We are seeking a proven leader in major gift development or a similar field. The Director must be aligned with our mission and passionately engaged in its fulfillment through the major donor channel. The Director will identify and engage potential major donors and partners, progressively introducing them to the CEO, Board, and other staff as appropriate. They will implement and manage systems for prospect research, the development cycle, development coordination with marketing and communications, and staying in contact with donors and partners. The Director will also take the lead in grant applications to foundations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Culture: Small team of committed Christians dedicated to supporting each other through prayer, excellence at work, and Christian ethics. All are primarily work-from-home.
• Support: Leadership team is highly supportive of fundraising efforts and willing to be involved. Additionally, willing to invest in training, coaching, and support.
• Position Location: US Pacific Northwest. Work-from-home, except for frequent visits to potential donors (nationwide) and partners (mostly PNW) and occasional TOW Project staff or board meetings (Boston or other locations).
• Travel: As needed within North America. Anticipate two to three trips averaging 1 to 3 nights per month, plus day travel to PNW partners. The TOW Project pays all travel. Theology of Work Project Director of Development – April 2025

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a multi-year strategic fundraising plan to identify and cultivate donors from internal and external constituencies, building upon the current donor base to create new giving and partnership opportunities.
• Provide leadership to establish and build relationships to work effectively with top donors and volunteers and develop fund raising programs utilizing Board members, staff and volunteers in key roles.
• Actively participate as a member of TOW Project’s Strategic Leadership Team, setting direction and goals together.
• Develop and steward a portfolio of major gift relationships.
• Progressively ramp up annual major gifts by at least $250,000 within 4 years of start.
• Initiate at least 2 significant missional partnerships in the Pacific Northwest, building on groundwork already in progress with several potential partners or with new partners.

QUALIFICATIONS

We seek a professional with at least 5 years proven excellence and quantifiable performance in:

• Increasing multi-year major donor revenue at non-profits, preferably Christian ones.
• Managing and implementing successful, comprehensive fund development programs and preparing an annual development plan to achieve goals.
• Engaging personally with prospective donors and partners and effectively inviting them to explore and get involved in ways authentic to their own calling, purpose and meaning.
• Implementing a sustainable pipeline system with effective accountability – preferably using Salesforce.
• Leading high-performing teams in an environment of mutual respect.

And a person who:

• Is personable, outgoing, authentically interested in others’ identity, life and purpose. Excellent relationship builder.
• Is highly self-motivated.
• Has an active life of Christian faith, including regular, frequent engagement with the Bible.
• Is passionate about the mission of the Theology of Work Project. This likely means being already connected in some way to the equipping of Christians for their whole life’s work.

PAY and BENEFITS

• Pay range $80,000-$95,000 salary. (full-time, remote, though must reside in Pacific Northwest)
• Eleven holidays, four weeks vacation.
• 403(b) retirement plan with one-to-one match up to 5% of pay.
• Company contributions to health insurance (100% employee; 50% spouse and children), State family/medical leave plan (if State of location has one), Social Security, Medicare, Workers Compensation.

TO APPLY: Send resume and cover letter to akarjala@theFOCUSgroup.com or apply through LinkedIn.

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EXECUTIVE PASTOR AT OUTPOURING ORLANDO (FL)

Outpouring Orlando is seeking an Executive Pastor that will oversee all ministry programs and the day-to-day operations of the church. In addition, the role will include the responsibility to train and equip staff volunteers to ensure each ministry is aligned with the church’s mission, vision, and core values. Also, essential to this role is the desire to help facilitate the church’s growth through missional engagement and evangelism within the surrounding community.

The Ideal Candidate:

• Will have a deep love for Jesus and his people. A desire to see the kingdom grow through the faithful witness of the local church.
• A humble collaborator that can work alongside the Lead Pastor to create and exhibit a spirit of unity and peace.
• A consummate professional who is both administratively and relationally gifted. Will be gifted in working with a spreadsheet and spreading the gospel.
• Clear communicator – represents themselves and the organization well through verbal, written, and nonverbal communication.
• A well-rounded, people-oriented, leader that understand the value of continual, incremental improvement over an extended period.

General Responsibilities:

• Participate in weekly staff meetings and Sunday planning meetings.
• Attend and/or serve at church functions as needed (Prayer Nights, Holiday Events, etc.)
• Participate in all planning meetings with the Staff Team.
• Participate and relationally engage in the life and ministry of the church on Sundays and throughout the week.

Executive Responsibilities:

Help to shape church and staff culture through healthy presence and effective communication that casts vision, creates unity, and advances the mission.

• Participate in conversations with Lead Pastor regarding overall staffing and ministry strategies.
• Conduct and lead weekly Sunday planning meetings.
• Consult, assist, and troubleshoot with other staff and volunteers regarding their ministries.
• As needed, proactively speak into potential weak spots or areas of potential improvement to ensure alignment, effectiveness, and strategic development.

Provide leadership and oversight to direct reports.

• Worship Pastor (weekly check-in)
• Children’s Ministry Director (weekly check-in)
• Life Groups Director (weekly check-in)
• Student Pastor (weekly check-in)

Manage the Operations of the Church.

• HR: payroll, benefits, hiring and firing, review and evaluation, policies and procedures.
• Facility: leases, operations, equipment, maintenance, and capital improvements.
• Security Team: training, logistics, compliance
• Ensure that the emergency evacuation plan is up to date and clearly communicated.
• Oversight of church-wide communication (email, website, social media, etc.)
• Concisely: ensure the “business of the church” is executed well to facilitate and support the ministry of the church.

Manage finances and develop stewardship and generosity.

• Helps to set financial goals in collaboration with the Lead Pastor.
• Create and implement strategy for donor relations.
• Review monthly expenses and meet with staff as needed to evaluate spending.
• Provide leadership to special projects such as: fundraising, church planting campaigns, etc.
• Collaborate with Lead Pastor to create the annual budget.

Pastoral Responsibilities: 

• Provide a visible and accessible leadership presence during weekend services.
• Preach 10-12 times per year and serve in other roles as needed (i.e., facilitate the Lord’s Table, Call to Worship, Prayer, Announcements).
• Conduct and Teach leadership development with volunteers.
• Provide specialized pastoral care when appropriate (funerals, hospital visits, weddings, premarital counseling, etc.).

What Success Looks Like:

• To help Outpouring Orlando become a warm, growing, Christ-centered, multi-ethnic disciple-making church that loves and lives for the glory of God in the city of Orlando.
• Leaders and volunteers are motivated and inspired to live into the mission of Outpouring Orlando.
• The church as an organization is well-led and well-managed, freeing pastors to focus more on ministry to people than organizational challenges.
• All systems and structures of Outpouring Orlando are working well and consistently refined for optimal effectiveness.

Expectations and Compensation:

• Hours: 40-50 per week
• Salary: Determined based on education and previous ministry experience.
• Benefits: 15 vacation days per year (not including major holidays); 12 sick days per year, $1,500 expense account, $3,000 Health/Medical Allowance.

For more information or to apply, email pastorjohn@outpouringorlando.com.

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SENIOR DIRECTOR OF DISCIPLESHIP AT ST. JOHN’S METHODIST CHURCH (AIKEN, SC)

Responsible for the Discipleship Programs of the church from birth until the church triumphant, the Senior Director of Discipleship will manage the discipleship programs for St. John’s. This includes supervising the Children’s and Youth Directors, and Nursery staff. They will also be responsible for selecting all Christian Education Curriculum as well as teaching and training teachers. Additionally, they will manage and implement spiritual growth programs, which include New Member Classes, Confirmation, Methodist Men and Women, all Sunday School Classes, and Discipleship (D-Groups).

Primary Responsibilities:

• Direct, plan, implement, and supervise the overall Discipleship Ministries of the church.
• Responsible for the development and delivery of engaging lessons and activities tailored to the needs of youth for weekly events and retreats.
• Direct the Events for Children, Youth and Adults- location, transportation, teaching, and schedule.
• Responsible for recruiting, training, enabling, and resourcing teachers and other Discipleship leaders of St. John’s (Sunday School Teachers, Small Group Leaders, and other lay ministries).
• Organize and provide resources and curriculum for the St. John’s Discipleship Ministries including but not limited to: Children, Youth, and Adult Sunday School Teachers, and Adult Discipleship opportunities like Discipleship Groups (D-Groups), Bible Studies, Small groups, Family Ministry, and more.
• Lead and organize St. John’s Discipleship Pathway from new believers to mature disciples as to how to share their gifts with St. John’s and the world by focusing on developing current and new leaders of our church ministries.
• Supervise the Children’s Director and Youth Director.
• Assist with the coordination of space and resources with the Pre-School/Kindergarten and Children’s choirs for all weekday programs.
• Direct, develop and maintain a “feeder” program for 5th and 6th grade children, including Confirmation.
• Coordinate with the Church Council to develop and implement annual goals, budget, and ministries for all ages.
• Encourage members to participate in the ministries of St. John’s such as: Methodist Men and Women, Bible Studies, Safety, Children and Youth, Music, etc.
• Work with the Associate Minister for Missions, Evangelism, and Young Adult Ministries to meet the specific needs of Young Adults.
• Work with the Nurture Pastor and Senior Adult Council to support and facilitate Senior Adult ministries.
• Make sure that our facilities and procedures provide a “safe sanctuary” for our children and vulnerable adults, and that St John’s Safe Sanctuary Policy is current and adhered through all programs and ministries.
• Supervise the nursery staff to ensure quality preschool childcare is provided on Sunday morning and for church events that require such care.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Nurture personal spirituality through prayer, Bible Study, accountability of other believers, personal retreat, and worship.
• Continue learning and growing in the Christian faith and take advantage of opportunities to enhance the ministries at St John’s.
• Attend weekly staff meetings unless absence is approved by your supervisor.
• Maintain a positive culture and team spirit among the St. John’s staff by modeling the core values of the church and supporting the Senior Minister’s vision for the church.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.

Education and Experience:

• Undergrad required
• Masters degree in Christian Education or Theology strongly preferred
• 3+ Years of Ministry Experience
• Previous experience in a similar role preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Love of Discipleship
• Proven leadership abilities
• Knowledge and vision of Discipleship Assimilation
• Passion for working with all ages
• Strong organizational skills
• Computer proficient
• Proficient in planning and coordination
• Ability to coordinate and manage volunteers
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills

For more information about the church and surrounding area, or to apply, see HERE.

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CHILDREN’S DIRECTOR AT ST. JOHN’S METHODIST CHURCH (AIKEN, SC)

The Children’s Director is responsible for educating children and families about Christ by creating and administering programs and overseeing volunteers in order to promote the spiritual growth of children from infancy to sixth grade.

The Children’s Director will implement weekly, monthly and yearly events through recruiting and shepherding children and families. They will also manage the Children’s Advisory Council and volunteers for all events.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following
  • Lead Children’s Ministries to teach Christ to children and families through coordinating programs and volunteers.
• Shepherding
  • Know all the children and families participating in Children’s Ministries.
  • Be available to children and families for questions and direction.
• Volunteers
  • Recruit, train, enable, and provide resources for volunteers (teachers and, Sunday night volunteers), and provide volunteers for activities such as Vacation Bible School, Sunday School, Children’s Church, and others as needed.
  • Responsible for children’s volunteers to be Safe Sanctuary Certified and Background Checked.
• Programming
  • Follow the direction of the Senior Director of Discipleship Ministries by coordinating with the Children’s Advisory Council and volunteers to plan and implement programs involving children and their families (weekly children’s program & monthly family events).
  • Under the direction of the Senior Director of Discipleship Ministries and Church Council coordinate with the Children’s Advisory Council to implement annual goals, budget, and ministries for children.
  • Ensure our facilities and procedures provide a “safe sanctuary” for our children and that St. John’s Safe Sanctuary Policy is current and adhered to in all children’s programs and ministries.
  • Support and collaborate with our SEED program to establish a cohesive connection between our preschool and children’s ministry.
  • Assist with the administrative duties of the programs including communication with members, production of newsletters, reservations, web page information and other items as needed.
• Community
  • Participate in community events and schools to meet new people and engage in the lives of the families of the children.

Additional Responsibilities

• Nurture personal spirituality through prayer, Bible Study, accountability of other believers, personal retreat, and worship.
• Continue learning and growing in the Christian faith and take advantage of opportunities to enhance the ministries at St John’s.
• Attend weekly staff meetings (unless absence is approved by your supervisor).
• Maintain a positive culture and team spirit among the St. John’s staff by modeling the core values of the church and supporting the Senior Minister’s vision for the church.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Discipleship Ministries.

Education and Experience

• Undergrad degree required.  A Bachelors in Christian Education / Education preferred
• 1+ years of ministry experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven leadership abilities
• Passion for working with children and families
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient in planning and coordination
• Experience in event planning (preferred)
• Ability to coordinate and manage volunteers
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills

For more information or to apply, see HERE.

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YOUTH DIRECTOR AT ST. JOHN’S METHODIST CHURCH (AIKEN, SC)

The Youth  Director is responsible for the Christian development of St. John’s Youth by coordinating programs, building community relationships, organizing events, managing tasks, and promoting spiritual growth.

The Youth Director will implement weekly, monthly and yearly events through recruiting and shepherding youth and families. They will also manage the Youth Advisory Council and volunteers for all events.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Shepherding
  • Foster relationships between the congregation and youth ministry.
  • Connect with youth and families on a weekly basis.
  • Encourage spiritual growth in youth, leaders, and parents.
  • Maintain pastoral discretion with youth and families.
  • Ensure parents are confident with the nurturing of their youth.
• Volunteers
  • Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for all youth ministries: Sunday and Wednesday Night Youth Fellowship, monthly events, retreats.
  • Provide resources to volunteers for spiritual growth.
  • Follow Safe Sanctuary Policies and report necessary information to clergy.
• Programming
  • Follow the direction of the Senior Director of Discipleship Ministries by coordinating with the Youth Advisory Council and volunteers to implement programs involving youth and their families (weekly youth programing, retreats, missions, and camps).
  • Under the direction of Senior Director of Discipleship Ministries and Church Council coordinate with the Youth Advisory Council to implement annual goals, budget, and ministries for youth.
  • Coordinate and organize Youth Fellowship meetings on Sunday and Wednesday evenings.
  • Create a welcoming atmosphere for all youth events.
  • Coordinate all youth activities, including worship participation.
  • Meet participation targets for youth events.
  • Coordinate, lead, and organize youth Sunday School and Bible studies.
  • Manage communication with youth and parents, newsletters, and social media.
• Community and Relationship Building
  • Connect with local high and middle schools.
  • Go to Middle School and High School events- such as sporting events and fundraisers.
  • Find ways to meet with new students in the community while upholding Safe Sanctuary.

Additional Responsibilities

• Nurture personal spirituality through prayer, Bible study, and worship.
• Participate in continuing education for the Youth Ministry.
• Attend weekly staff meetings (unless absence is approved by your supervisor).
• Maintain a positive culture and team spirit among the St. John’s staff by modeling the core values of the church and supporting the Senior Minister’s vision for the church.
• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Discipleship Ministries.

Education and Experience

• Undergrad required.  A Bachelors in Christian Education / Education preferred
• 1+ Years Ministry Experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proven leadership abilities
• Passion for working with children and families
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficient in planning and coordination
• Experience in event planning (preferred)
• Ability to coordinate and manage volunteers
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills

For more information or to apply, see HERE.

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