Student & Young Adult Ministry Pastor - Denver Community Church

Job Description: 

The purpose of the Student & Young Adult Ministry Pastor is to create, implement and lead INC Student Ministry (INC = Identity & Community) and young adults at DCC. Providing opportunities for students to be mentored, connected to the body of DCC, and to form spiritually alongside one another.

Full posting here: https://denverchurch.org/positions

How to Apply:

To apply, submit cover letter and resume to hr@denverchurch.org

Pastor of Family Ministries - The Vine (Austin, TX)

Job Description: 

This full-time, exempt position may be an ordained position or a director role based on the candidate’s background and calling.

Church
The Vine - https://www.thevineaustin.org/

Summary
The Family Pastor is a key relational leader on The Vine staff team and in the life of the church, overseeing ministry for individuals from birth to graduation of high school. This role also partners with parents as we shepherd, lead and encourage children and youth to follow Jesus through real relationships, sacred experiences, and generous compassion.

Responsibilities
● Lead VineKids and VineYouth Ministry teams, volunteers and program
● Cultivate the continuity of our programs from birth to high school through
curriculum and experiences
● Foster connections with Vine families as a relational leader
● Develop ministry and programs to encourage healthy relationships within families
● Ensure consistent communication and partnership with parents to encourage
discipleship in the home
● Provide care (guidance, visitation, prayer support) as needed to children, youth
and their families alongside the Lead Pastor and the VineCare Team
● Hold training events for VineKids and VineYouth volunteers as needed
● Create & attend major programming events for families, children and youth
● Optionally preach or lead elements in our worship services
● Ensure safety protocols are developed and adhered to throughout all
programming

Qualification
● Experience in directing programs – either in a church, non-profit or for-profit context
● A person with gifts and passion for the spiritual formation of children and youth
● A solid working knowledge of Scripture and the ability to teach Biblically-based
curriculum
● Ability to work collaboratively with volunteers and other ministry leaders to integrate the mission of the church into the life of our families
● Evidence of servant leadership, strong initiative and detail oriented
● Experienced and gifted teacher, positive and energetic leader, with a strong
sense of creativity and imagination
● Skilled in recruiting, leading, supporting and supervising volunteers
● Ability to learn technology and maintain church database/CRM software

Relationships
● Reports to the Lead Pastor with oversight by The Vine’s Leadership Team
● Leads VineKids & VineYouth staff and volunteers
● Works in collaboration with The Vine staff & related ministry committees
Compensation and Benefits
● This is a full-time salaried position with benefits

How to Apply:

Please, submit your resume to mark@thevineaustin.org.

Associate Pastor of Community Life - Blue Ocean Church

Job Description: 

Church: Blue Ocean Church Ann Arbor
Location: Ann Arbor, MI
Website: a2blue.org
Denomination: TFAM (The Fellowship of Affirming Ministries)
Description: We are a thriving, LGBTQ-affirming, nondenominational church that was planted over a decade ago in Ann Arbor, MI. Weekly attendance is about 150, including approximately 40 kids between preschool and fifth grade. We share a building with an Episcopal Church and a Reform Jewish Synagogue and have an additional 30-55 computers that join us live on Sunday mornings via Zoom; we’ve integrated the online and in-person congregations and host an annual “Zoomie weekend” where online congregants meet in Ann Arbor to worship with the local church. We are excited to find an associate pastor who can help tend the life of this growing community.

Job Responsibilities:
preach every 4-6 weeks
input on big picture sermon series and spirituality shaping
oversee newcomer welcome system—including tracking, meeting with, and tending new attendees
help with planning and administration of church wide events
oversee youth group (recruit, train, tend teachers; event planning; curriculum, pastoral care)
teach or oversee two 3-6 week classes per year
pastoral care
weddings and funerals, when needed
hospital visits, when needed
attend staff meetings
attend and help administrate Sunday services (including managing the setup team)
assist with baptisms (planning, certificates, etc.)
some volunteer coordination work
liaison with online-only congregants
some administrative work
serve as backup when lead pastor is out

Pay:
$52,000-$54,600 annual (housing allowance available)

Benefits Stipends:
The church adds 12% of your base salary to your paycheck to help offset insurance needs.

Paid Time Off:
The position includes 22 days of paid time off.

How to Apply:

If interested, please email your resumé to Rev. Emily Swan: emily@a2blue.org.

Senior Minister - Meetinghouse Church

Job Description: 

Meetinghouse Church, in Edina, MN, is a vibrant, independent Congregational community that covenants together to follow Jesus and care for our neighbors. https://meetinghouse.church

At this pivotal time in its history as well as in the broader culture, Meetinghouse Church is seeking a Senior Minister who sees and appreciates who we are now and will work with us to discern and develop a collective vision for who God can help us become, for ourselves, our neighbors and the world.

The ideal candidate will possess both the gifts and desire to draw this covenant community into the unity of the Spirit. They will build trust through personal integrity, sound judgment, and a deeply relational approach to ministry. Their preaching will be both thought-provoking and practical, offering a Biblically based and spiritually grounded application to daily life. As the leader of the staff, this person will help to identify and draw out staff members’ talents and abilities, creating a collaborative and supportive group that can best serve this congregation. 

Qualifications
MDiv or equivalent from an accredited theological school or seminary
5 or more years of senior-level leadership in a multi-staff church setting
Significant and regularly scheduled preaching experience
Demonstrated experience in building unity and navigating change
Experience leading and managing staff
Experience overseeing budgets and operations

How to Apply:

Send inquiries to: search@meetinghouse.church

Office and Administrative Coordinator - The Christian Century

Job Description: 

Job Title: Office and Administrative Coordinator

Organization: The Narrative Project of the Christian Century

Location: Boston, MA or Chicago, IL preferred (Remote-first with occasional in-office availability; exceptional fully-remote candidates will be considered)

Scope of Work: Full Time (35-45 hours per week, flex-time eligible)

Salary: Starting range: $55,000-$64,000 (with annual increases)

Benefits: Additional excellent benefits package includes comprehensive health and dental coverage with monthly employer HSA contributions, 30 days PTO annually (includes vacation time, paid personal days, and recognized holidays), a generous 401(k) match after 90 days of employment, 10 weeks paid parental leave after six months of employment, and the opportunity to purchase disability and life insurance.

If You're a Good Fit For This Role You:
Are personally invested in our mission: leveraging the power of storytelling to share vibrant and expansive expressions of Christian faith (see next page).
Have a broad skill base; you excel at everything from interpersonal and written communication to bookkeeping, event planning, and website maintenance.
Thrive in a fast-paced, self-driven, dynamic environment and enjoy variety.
Are a proactive and resourceful problem-solver who learns quickly.
Are eager to learn and grow with a supportive and collaborative team.

About The Narrative Project:
The Narrative Project (read more) is a new effort of the Christian Century (CC), the flagship journal of the American ecumenical movement. We are a progressive, independent religious magazine devoted to helping people think critically and live the Christian faith thoughtfully. Find out more about our historic legacy and current work. Through a variety of programmatic activities, this ambitious venture will empower faith-based storytellers and scholars, foster community engagement, and cultivate a richer culture of religious storytelling in the United States.

Position Summary:
The Office and Administrative Coordinator will play a critical role in helping launch this effort and, thereafter, supporting the day-to-day operations of The Narrative Project. This position requires an exceptionally detail-oriented individual with excellent administrative and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, driven self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities:
Help us launch: Compare, recommend, and engage preferred vendors; assist designer in website build/maintenance, maintain social media presence, develop operating procedures, troubleshoot and streamline as the project progresses
Event Planning: Assist in the planning and oversight of significant events, including booking venues, travel planning, and managing event budgets
Logistics & Operations: Make reservations for off-site meetings, manage travel arrangements for program staff and participants, reserve equipment and conference rooms
Website Management: Regularly update and maintain the project website, including content creation and updates, and assist with website construction: strong familiarity with WordPress or similar platform is essential
Calendar Management: Manage project calendars, schedule meetings, and send out reminders
Financial Support: Data entry to process invoices for vendors and reimbursements for staff and program participants; working closely with the CC’s Director of Finance to designate expenses appropriately and to maintain program financial records. Monitor and approve some program expenditures
Communications: Respond to general inquiry emails and phone calls
General Office Support: Help prepare mailings and reports, proofread and copy documents, manage the purchase and distribution of materials, coordinate between different project teams
Other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications:
Entrepreneurial orientation: self-starter who thrives in an evolving environment
Experience in event planning and logistics
Strong work ethic and the ability to work independently
Detail-oriented with a strong ability to maintain multiple projects simultaneously
Strong organizational and planning skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and WordPress
Proximity to Boston, MA or Chicago, IL (preferred)

How to Apply:

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4127708327

Pastor for Congregational Care - Plymouth Congregational Church

Job Description: 

Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ, Des Moines, Iowa, seeks an experienced and energetic full-time Pastor for Congregational Care. This position will report to the Senior Pastor and collaborate with the pastoral team. This is a full-time, in-person, salaried position. The candidate will be regularly involved with weekend worship, general staff responsibilities, and pastoral duties. The primary function of this role is to assist with the weekly pastoral care needs of Plymouth Church. These pastoral duties include pastoral visits and attentiveness to the general care of the congregation. This pastor will serve as the pastoral staff advisor for the Board of Congregational Care, collaborating with its various committees for meaningful and engaging ministry. This pastor will also provide pastoral leadership and support to Plymouth’s Stephen Ministry.

QUALIFICATIONS

Successful candidates’ key qualifications are openness to learning, the ability to work in a collaborative environment, a strong theological foundation, and a commitment to purposeful innovation and relationship building.

• Seminary or theological education (MDiv, MTS, MA, MAR, etc.)

• Experience in a mid-to large-size congregation preferred

• Ordination preferred

• Affirmation of progressive theology

• Organizational and administrative skills

• Willingness to engage with technology and church management systems

• Strong influence and communication skills

Intangibles:

• We care about one another and work to achieve common goals.

• We value collaboration and teamwork.

• We share failures and successes.

• We speak well of one another.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Plymouth welcomes candidates from various denominational backgrounds. Plymouth values diversity in all facets, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, or veteran status.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Base salary of $70,000 to $80,000

• 403b contribution of 14% of base salary

• 90% of employee’s health insurance premium

• 90% of employee’s dental insurance premium

• 4 weeks of paid vacation

• 2 weeks of professional development

• 4 additional weekends off per year

• Week after Christmas and week of July 4th off

• Some reimbursement for moving expenses is available

• Sabbatical after five years of continuous employment

ADDITIONAL BACKGROUND:

Plymouth Church first gathered in 1857, the same year Des Moines was named the state capital. Throughout our history, the people of Plymouth have appreciated progressive theology, social justice, and community engagement. In 2023, Plymouth celebrated being open and affirming for 30 years. Plymouth is one of the largest congregations in the United Church of Christ, with an active membership of more than 2,500. Plymouth has more than 20 full-time pastoral and program staff members and more than 25 part-time staff members. These part-time positions support Plymouth’s dynamic and expansive children and adult music and arts programs. Plymouth is a teaching congregation with a 27-month pastoral residency program (Transition into Ministry) for first-call pastors. All Plymouth pastors and program staff guide resident TiM pastors in their spiritual and professional development.

How to Apply:

Applications will be reviewed until the position has been successfully filled. To apply, please submit a letter of interest and resume to Rev. Dr. Jared Wortman, emailing these materials to
jwortman@plymouthchurch.com.

Director of GreenHouse (Children's Ministry) - Watershed Church Charlotte

Job Description: 

Watershed is seeking a permanent, part-time (20-25 hr/wk) director for GreenHouse, our children's ministry area. This person will work alongside a team of volunteers to provide care and director for our birth through 5th graders. 

Watershed is a fully LGBTQ+ inclusive, post-evangelical congregation in Charlotte, NC. For more information about both the job and our community, follow the link provided.

How to Apply:

Download a full job description and apply:  https://www.watershedcharlotte.com/childrens-greenhouse-director

Youth Director - Church on Morgan

Job Description: 

Church on Morgan is excited to hire her first full-time Youth Director to lead our growing middle and high school ministry. In keeping with the vision and values of our church, this ministry will be known for its commitment to honesty, curiosity and joy and the arts will be a key pathway in experiencing the beauty of God together. Youth programming, like that of our adults and children, will be rooted in the traditions of the Church but applied in a way that is accessible and engaging, even for the religiously reluctant. This inclusive community will be a home to all kinds of students - those who struggle to fit in and those for whom belonging comes easy.

How to Apply:

Download a full job description and apply:  https://www.churchonmorgan.com/jobs

Student Ministries Director - Restoration Church San Diego

Job Description: 

As the Restoration Students Director at Restoration Church, you are responsible for building and leading teams of servant leaders, to create environments that empower Middle School + High School students, and their families to love + follow Jesus.

You are passionate about creating environments that spiritually influence students in innovative ways.

You love to envision adults of all ages and stages about why the next generation needs them.

You see partnering with parents as a crucial strategy for a student's spiritual formation.

You are comfortable with the tension of being both detail-oriented and development-minded.

You understand the emerging culture and can translate the needs of the future into practices of the present.

You are a culture-shaper, bringing life and energy into every room you walk into.

You are a mobilizer, not a manager. You are a delegator, not just a doer.

You have a broad knowledge and value for the developmental phases of learning, and the needs of Southern California families, you understand why and how fun matters, and you have had previous engagement with the Orange curriculum.

You are self-aware and would enjoy working on a dynamic, driven, and emotionally healthy team.

How to Apply:

Click here to fill out our Leadership Application:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUBs3cx0s9AI_EA1SX-LoFo2K34YlKyEwsxkvlQTFuHfQBDg/viewform

Email a short video introducing yourself to hello@restorationchurchsd.com. Please include your story, updated resume, cover letter, social media pages, and links to teaching samples, if available.