Job and Ministry Opportunities: November 2023
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Ministry Jobs
YOUTH PASTOR AT FIRST METHODIST CHURCH OF SWAINSBORO (GA)
First Methodist Church of Swainsboro, which recently joined the new Global Methodist Church, is seeking a full-time Associate Minister/Director of Youth Ministries. Swainsboro is a vibrant mid-sized church with a growing children’s ministry and desires to extend this success into the youth and young adult age groups. This position would begin immediately. Salary and benefits would be commensurate with education, experience and position development. Interested applicants should submit a Cover Letter, Resume and a list of references to the following email address: fumcswainsboro@gmail.com Contact Rev. David Unkles at 478-237-7535 for more information.
STUDENT MINISTRIES DIRECTOR AT MARVIN METHODIST CHURCH (TYLER, TX)
Objective
Seeking an experienced and passionate person to help direct and nurture our Student Ministries
Job Summary
The Student Ministries director will be working alongside our ministry team with a focus on students grade 6-12 to provide spiritual guidance and discipleship. This position involves working closely with our young families and engaging our youth in meaningful and impactful activities that align with our church’s mission and values of “Call, Equip, Send”.
About Us
Marvin Methodist Church is a dynamic and rapidly growing Global Methodist congregation located in Tyler, Texas with a rich history of faithful followers dating back 175 years. Our membership of 3,200 is characterized by a vibrant community of families who are deeply committed to their faith. We are a biblical-based church with a strong emphasis on missions and outreach, both locally and globally. Our facilities include over 10,200 square feet of space dedicated to student ministries, boasting a large assembly room with state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment, large game room/dining room with kitchen and 7 classrooms adjacent for small group study. In addition, a full-size indoor gymnasium and outdoor multipurpose court are on campus.
Responsibilities
- Spiritual Leadership: Provide biblical teaching, mentorship, and spiritual guidance to boys and girls grade 6-12, helping them grow in their faith and relationship with Christ.
- Youth Programming: Develop and implement engaging and age-appropriate programs, activities, trips, and events that foster a sense of community and discipleship.
- Mission Focused: Working with our missions team to infuse a global mission’s perspective into the student ministry, encouraging youth participation in local mission projects and trips.
- Ministry Care: Build relationships with students and their families, offering support, counseling, and a listening ear during times of need or crisis.
- Volunteer Engagement: Engage and equip volunteers to assist in various aspects of Student Ministry, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all activities.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with pastors, church staff, and ministry teams to integrate youth ministry into the overall church vision and mission.
- Communication: Keep parents and the congregation informed about Student Ministry events, activities, and accomplishments through regular updates, newsletters, and announcements.
- Outreach and Evangelism: Encourage and equip students to engage in outreach and evangelism efforts to reach their peers with the Gospel.
Requirements
- A strong commitment to Christian faith and the Methodist tradition
- Proven experience in student ministry leadership, ideally in a growing church context
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities with demonstrated history of sound judgement
- Ability to relate effectively to all students and their families
- Willingness to collaborate with the church leadership team and volunteers
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in theology, ministry, or a related field
Compensation
- Competitive salary based on qualifications
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement
- Medical Leave, Family Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave
- Holidays, Vacation Benefits
- Training/Continuing Education
How to Apply
- Email resume to rthomason@marvin.church
- Closing Date: Sunday, November 5, 2023
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH AND FAMILY MINISTRIES AT CENTENARY METHODIST CHURCH (CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO)
Job Summary
The Director of Youth and Family Ministries will oversee existing and develop new ministries for children, youth, college, and families. This position will be responsible for planning, coordinating and leading an intentional program dedicated to spiritually growing individuals within each ministry.
In collaboration with the Senior Pastor and other colleagues, should lead efforts to achieve the purpose of being the church that changes hearts through the love of Jesus, through expanding our reach in various initiatives in youth and family programming.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
In close collaboration with the Senior Pastor, the Director of Youth and Family Ministries will help to cast the vision for youth of all ages and families to experience the presence of God. The role of this position is to create, maintain and support the vision of Centenary Methodist Church by building a
foundation of worshiping, walking and welcoming all to glorify God and serve our community. Areas of collaborative effort would be for example:
- Build and maintain a strong ministry that effectively disciples children, youth, college, and families inside and outside the walls of Centenary Church.
- Plan and promote camps, retreats, trips, concerts, mission trips, outreach events, and other missional endeavors for age-appropriate groups.
- Build and foster strategic partnerships with parents, schools, and youth organizations. • Shepherd and disciple volunteers by recruiting a talented team moving them toward a deeper commitment to Christ who will invest in the lives of our children’s, youth, and adult ministries. • Work within established budgets to achieve the objectives of assigned programs. • Oversee and assist by providing guidance and assistance to programs including – Sunday School, confirmation class, youth group, college ministry, and intergenerational programs. • Facilitates regular youth meetings for students.
- Integrate the children’s and youth ministry with the larger church body.
- Plays a vital part of the church staff team attending staff meetings and encouraging and supporting the overall mission of the church.
- Actively participates in church and church events.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Spiritual Gifts/Abilities:
- Must have leadership qualities to attract, train and lead volunteer and/or employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
- Be committed to learning new skills that relate to this job. Study and work to stay current and ahead of the curve on various ministry initiatives for worship and church environments. • Passion for communicating a clear message and skill with methods of communication—verbal, written, and electronic.
- Ability to listen to and communicate with people of all ages, the ability to work with leaders of other ministry groups, expertise in the field of communication, comfortable in the use of social media, and interest in developing and sharing knowledge.
- Show genuine interest in responding to the hopes and concerns of people in the community. • Perform duties and responsibilities in a manner to glorify Christ and further the mission and ministry purposes of the church.
- Attitude of responsiveness and flexibility.
- Reliable and punctual.
- Possess attention to detail and problem solving.
- Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision -making to achieve organizational objectives.
- Skills in organizing work, making assignments, and achieving goals and objectives. • Passion, Integrity, and Energy!
Qualifications/Requirements
- Some college or a bachelor’s is preferred.
- Minimum of two years of related experience with youth and family ministry. • Attend continuing education seminars to enhance the gifts given for ministry.
Job Relationships/Organizational Structure
This job reports to:
• Senior Pastor
STUDENT MINISTRIES DIRECTOR AT MARVIN METHODIST CHURCH (TYLER, TX)
Objective
Seeking an experienced and passionate person to help direct and nurture our Student Ministries
Job Summary
The Student Ministries director will be working alongside our ministry team with a focus on students grade 6-12 to provide spiritual guidance and discipleship. This position involves working closely with our young families and engaging our youth in meaningful and impactful activities that align with our church’s mission and values of “Call, Equip, Send”.
About Us
Marvin Methodist Church is a dynamic and rapidly growing Global Methodist congregation located in Tyler, Texas with a rich history of faithful followers dating back 175 years. Our membership of 3,200 is characterized by a vibrant community of families who are deeply committed to their faith. We are a biblical-based church with a strong emphasis on missions and outreach, both locally and globally. Our facilities include over 10,200 square feet of space dedicated to student ministries, boasting a large assembly room with state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment, large game room/dining room with kitchen and 7 classrooms adjacent for small group study. In addition, a full-size indoor gymnasium and outdoor multipurpose court are on campus.
Responsibilities
- Spiritual Leadership: Provide biblical teaching, mentorship, and spiritual guidance to boys and girls grade 6-12, helping them grow in their faith and relationship with Christ.
- Youth Programming: Develop and implement engaging and age-appropriate programs, activities, trips, and events that foster a sense of community and discipleship.
- Mission Focused: Working with our missions team to infuse a global mission’s perspective into the student ministry, encouraging youth participation in local mission projects and trips.
- Ministry Care: Build relationships with students and their families, offering support, counseling, and a listening ear during times of need or crisis.
- Volunteer Engagement: Engage and equip volunteers to assist in various aspects of Student Ministry, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all activities.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with pastors, church staff, and ministry teams to integrate youth ministry into the overall church vision and mission.
- Communication: Keep parents and the congregation informed about Student Ministry events, activities, and accomplishments through regular updates, newsletters, and announcements.
- Outreach and Evangelism: Encourage and equip students to engage in outreach and evangelism efforts to reach their peers with the Gospel.
Requirements
- A strong commitment to Christian faith and the Methodist tradition
- Proven experience in student ministry leadership, ideally in a growing church context
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities with demonstrated history of sound judgement
- Ability to relate effectively to all students and their families
- Willingness to collaborate with the church leadership team and volunteers
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in theology, ministry, or a related field
Compensation
- Competitive salary based on qualifications
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement
- Medical Leave, Family Leave, Maternity/Paternity Leave, Bereavement Leave
- Holidays, Vacation Benefits
- Training/Continuing Education
How to Apply
- Email resume to rthomason@marvin.church
- Closing Date: Sunday, November 5, 2023
PART-TIME PASTOR AT WISEMANTOWN METHODIST CHURCH (IRVINE, KY)
Wisemantown Methodist Church in Irvine, Kentucky is looking to fill a part-time pastoral position. This position will consist of leading weekly Sundays and major holiday worship services.
There’s an oasis in north Tampa, Florida, where families are engaged, children are valued, and the congregation is supportive. Love college and professional sports? Check! Enjoy days at amusement parks? Check! How about live music, museums, and theatre? Check, check, and check! You’ll find all of that and more in a diverse community with close ties to excellent local schools. This church has gone through a purposeful and strategic visioning process and is poised to grow their team as they move forward in mission together.
St. James United Methodist Church is ready and excited to discover how their new Director of Family & Children’s Ministry will deepen and widen these ministries – a solid foundation, abundant resources, and expansive facilities await you. An energetic, creative, and passionate team builder with the ability to empower and disciple others will thrive at this church. In this position, you will directly lead ministry to children and families, as well as supervise the youth ministry. If that sounds like you, click here to apply!
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, click the link below for an application, and email application and resumé to info@mulderchurch.com or submit to the church office at 3454 Firetower Road, Wetumpka, AL 36093.
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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