EMPLOYMENT                  

The Director of Donor Relations is responsible for designing, implementing and coordinating an institution-wide donor relation and stewardship system that appropriately and consistently promotes interaction with and recognition of donors at all levels.

Performance Duties and Responsibilities
• Oversee activities for building and sustaining positive relations between the Academy and its donors.
• Oversee the acknowledgement and receipting process for all gifts including but not limited to acknowledgement letters (monthly, quarterly, annually, campaign specific), year-end giving statements, for all gifts received from donors.
• Prepare documents needed for various stewardship / scholarship communications including annual scholarship statements to donors of endowed scholarships.
• Assist in fundraising for current fund and special projects including relationship building with donors, churches, and the local community.
• Assist office personnel in receiving campus guests, giving tours, and answering incoming calls.
• Assist in coordination and hosting work teams and visiting campus groups.
• Represent the institution at churches and denominational conferences, and coordinate ministry team activities and travel with student groups.
• Assist in the production of the Oakleaf Newsletter, the Monday Memo, social media activities, and press releases.
• Coordinate homecoming activities and other campus events.
• Manage the corporate gift matching process for gifts from donors.
• Assist with donor database updates.
• Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned.

DESIRABLE Characteristics:
• Proficiency in various software programs (e.g. Microsoft Word, Adobe Creative Suites).
• Ability to learn software programs and online platforms.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• An ability to create positive connections between groups of people.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: A bachelor’s degree is required. Experience in related work is desired, although training will be provided to a talented applicant without direct experience in this field.

Other Expectations:
• Maintain positive relationships with students and staff and participate in the life of the Oakdale ministry.
• Participate in areas of the ministry beyond the job descriptions of their positions as specified in the Employee Handbook.
• Attend the Oakdale Free Methodist Church.

Email cover letter and resume to Dan Fisher, President, at dfisher@oakdalechristian.org.

We intend on closing this posting and no longer receiving applications as of May 1, 2020

As a Christian Liberal Arts University in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition, Asbury equips students, through academic excellence and spiritual vitality, for lifelong learning, leadership and service to the professions, society, the family and the Church, preparing them to engage their cultures and advance the cause of Christ around the world. The campus is located 20 minutes southwest of Lexington in Wilmore, Kentucky. The University’s 1,956 students come from 41 states and 35 foreign nations, with more than 80 percent of them living on campus.

The new president will be expected to both preserve and advance the University’s mission while providing compelling vision, priority, and direction for the academic initiatives included in the Imagine 2022: Faithful Change strategic plan.

For the complete position profile, visit: https://carterbaldwin.com/opportunities/asb-pres/

For more information about the University, visit the Asbury University website at https://www.asbury.edu/

Applications and nominations will be accepted until a new president is appointed. For most favorable consideration, applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. All nominations, expressions of interest, and applications will be handled with complete confidentiality and should be submitted directly to AsburyPresident@carterbaldwin.com.

We  will receive  applications until the position is filled.

Executive Administrative Assistant to the COO

DEPARTMENT:  Administration – Fulltime                                           

Ready to make a difference? As an exciting, Christian nonprofit global ministry, the Free Methodist Church – USA has an excellent career opportunity for a bright, energetic, organized, personable candidate with a heart for ministry.

JOB SUMMARY

The Executive Administrative Assistant is responsible for working with the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in carrying out the day-to-day and long-term responsibilities of the office.  Supervises receptionist/switchboard operator and maintains coverage of the switchboard.  Contributes to a spirit of joy in serving.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist the COO in organizational, clerical and secretarial matters, including, but not limited to:
   • Coordinating schedules, setting meetings, and interfacing with on-site staff, national church leadership and local congregations.
   • Creating and processing documents and reports, maintaining policies and procedures, answering telephones, accurately and promptly filing correspondence and documents.
   • Making hospitality arrangements for board meetings, ministry conferences, etc. and overseeing their successful execution.
   • Making appointments and travel arrangements as requested.
   • Creating professional-looking Word documents, accurate Excel spreadsheets and impactful PowerPoint presentations.
   • Filling out the COO’s Expense Reports with accurate accounting and clear filing of associated receipts.

1. Supervise receptionist and maintain proper coverage of the switchboard. This includes supervision of all job-related responsibilities assigned to this position. 

       2. Covers receptionist desk for 4 hours per week greeting visitors and forwarding phones as appropriate.

      3.  Processing applications from local churches relating to property ownership, risk management, including maintaining the information on  spreadsheets

      4.  Coordinate American Express and Huntington MasterCard accounts. Order cards as requested by department heads and approved by COO.  Maintain files on existing cards keeping same up-to-date.

      5.  Assist COO in preparing agenda and minutes for the Board of Directors annual meeting.

      6.  Serve as recording secretary for the BOA Budget and Finance Committee. This also includes obtaining AHSM agency and Affiliate annual reports and audits for review by the committee for their October meeting.

     7.  Prepare for and coordinate arrangements for the meetings including preparation of nametags, nameplates, committee meetings rooms, and arranging for and setting up meals, as necessary.

     8.  Work with COO in coordinating insurance policies for the WMC and FMCUSA, completing applications and reviewing policies as needed and maintaining files of same.

     9.  Maintains updated files for all contractors for the World Ministries Center.

   10.  Supervise purchasing of supplies. This includes supervising proper billing of expenses to the departments.  Receptionist may assist with this task as delegated by supervisor.

   11.  Supervise the marking for payment of all invoices related to the maintenance of the building; i.e. utility, insurance, phone, copiers,  supplies, etc. Receptionist may assist with this task as delegated by supervisor.

   12.  Upon request, assist and/or give advice to other departments related to planning meetings, meals, receptions, decorating, etc. for  functions hosted at the World Ministries Center.

QUALIFICATIONS AND DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES/SKILLS

The Executive Administrative Assistant must have strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy, along with the ability to multi-task, use time wisely, and complete thorough follow-through.  The ability to maintain confidentiality is extremely important. 

Verbal and written communication skills along with an ability to relate well with people is needed. Must be capable to maintain a pleasant, gracious demeanor in interactions with all visitors, callers and staff.

Individual should be experienced with the Microsoft Office Suite.  Exposure to the Free Methodist Church is a plus.

Interested individuals should submit an online application at: http://fmcusa.org/hr/employment-application including a resume and statement of faith.

UPWARD SPORTS Director New Position

Looking for a perfect first-job in ministry? Cornerstone Community Church in sunny Florida is beginning a new ministry to introduce people to Jesus and our church through Upward Sports. As the Upward Sports Director, you’d be responsible for getting the program up and running and for connecting kids with the church and the church with the ministry. And as the program grows, we’ll also be able to grow your income. But this is not just a job. It’s a ministry, and a powerful one at that. Read through the attached Job Description and then contact Pastor Jason Roberts at ja7roberts@gmail.com with any questions and to submit a resume.

UPWARD SPORTS Director Position Description
The UPWARD SPORTS Director is primarily responsible for starting and operating a new sports ministry program at Cornerstone Community Church (in St. Petersburg, FL), organizing and promoting church-sponsored sports programs for elementary age children. This is a new, full-time position starting at $23K/year with an anticipated start of July 1st.
Responsibilities
• Develop and distribute promotional materials in conjunction with UPWARD SPORTS for basketball, soccer, and cheerleading sessions. Publicize programs through print and digital media.
• Recruit, train, and empower any support personnel needed to ensure program effectiveness – volunteer coaches, referees, concession help, game day MC, etc.
• Organize teams, schedule games and practice times, order uniforms, etc.
• Ensure the focus of the program is on faith development in addition to skill development.
Personal and Professional Characteristics
• Behavior must be ethical and Christ-like in all correspondence and relations. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both within the church and within the community, so far as it depends on you.
• It is critical to lead in those areas assigned and to be a positive team player who promotes collaboration with parents, teens, other staff, and church members.
• Set priorities, develop a work schedule, and monitor progress towards goals. Determine strategies to move Delphos Trinity forward in its mission to reach the community.
Job Requirements
• Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ that results in an effective witness for the Gospel. It is expected that the Upwards Director will be actively involved in Cornerstone Community Church.
• Report directly to the Senior Pastors working along with all staff.
• Thrives working with children in a sports setting (paid or volunteer).
• Ministry experience preferred (i.e. Sunday School teacher, youth director, VBS volunteer, etc.)
• Must submit to a background check and adhere to church policies.
Additional Information
• This position is a new one with a lot of work up front with launching the new program. The summer will be the time to promote and build the first fall season and subsequent seasons. Cornerstone does have a Children’s Director who works with the Sunday School classes on Sunday morning. This position would largely focus on ministry throughout the week.
• Cornerstone Community Church is a Free Methodist congregation.
• Starting salary of $23,000 to start in July.
• Interested candidates should submit a one page letter of interest, a resume, and three references either by email to officeofcornerstone@gmail.com or by mail to: Cornerstone Community Church, c/o Jason Roberts, 6745 38th Ave. N., St. Petersburg, FL 33710.
• www.cccstepete.com

Leadership Team – Roles and Responsibilities
(as outlined by Upward Sports)

The League Director – Will oversee the league creation and be the contact person for us to help guide you through that process. Unless delegated, this will include utilizing player management software, to draft teams, manage rosters, scheduling, and placing your league order. The League Director will oversee all of the commissioners and delegate the duties accordingly. In addition, this position requires someone who is willing to continually cast the vision of the ministry and WHY this is MORE THAN a sports league.

Advertising and Halftime Commissioner – Before the season begins, this position will help saturate your community with awareness by distributing marketing materials into the community while also building a digital presence through web and social media platforms
As the halftime commissioner, it is this position’s responsibility to make sure activities take place at the halftime of every game hour. Finding someone to lead these activities at each halftime is the halftime commissioner’s primary focus. The best method for finding people to lead your halftimes is to recruit eight halftime captains – one for each week of games. It will be the responsibility of these halftime captains to find halftime leaders to run the activities on their assigned game day.

Prayer and Host Commissioner – The Prayer commissioner is responsible for recruiting prayer partners, distributing reminders, hold a prayer kickoff meeting, communicate throughout the season with prayer partners.
As the host commissioner, you have two important and unique roles. Your first responsibility is to find a family on each team in your league to serve as a host family to those parents on the team that are not currently connected with a local church. As you seek to reach your community for Christ, it is important to know that many of the families in your league not associated with a church may be looking for a place to belong.

We believe that the best way to get families connected is to establish relationships with those in your church body that have common ground, which is being a parent of an Upward Sports Participant. It is through these relationships that these parents are more likely to connect to what your church has to offer. As a pastor once said, “the people in your community are not looking for a friendly church, they’re looking for friends.”
The second responsibility of the host commissioner is to oversee follow-up process and coordinate with your church’s continuing outreach areas. Throughout the season, relationships will be established between parents, coaches and participants. However, when the season is over, it is not the time for these relationships to end. Follow-up is an essential piece of your Upward Sports Ministry. Without follow-up, the ministry loses much of its effectiveness. Follow-up provides the opportunity to encourage these people to become intentionally involved in a local church. This also provides a chance to address the uncertainties people may have with salvation and church in general.

Coach and Referee Commissioner – Recruit, Train, and evaluate coaches and referees – Upward Sports provides all coach training and evaluation resources.

The bottom line, the objective for each of these leadership roles should be to LOVE leaders in order for those leaders to SERVE athletes and their families in order to maximize the number of Gospel opportunities each season.

For any questions and to respond, please contact Jason Roberts at ja7roberts@gmail.com and/or (727) 343-7747

We intend on closing this posting and no longer receive applications as of July 2, 2020

Job description:
We are looking to hire an exemplary Youth Pastor to lead and guide our church’s middle and high school students as well as oversee children’s ministries. The Youth Pastor will strive to make help all students KNOW God in a life-transforming way, GROW in a relationship with Him, and GO and tell that story to others. You will attend student functions at schools and home school events, grow relationships with the education community and provide students and their families with biblical counseling.

To be successful in this position, you need to provide students with a place to belong that gives them the courage to be different and resilient to unhealthy peer pressure. Ideal candidates have a proficient understanding of the challenges young people face, and are compassionate.

Youth Pastor Responsibilities:
Attending and participating in staff meetings.Overseeing, growing and coordinating church’s youth ministry.
Designing, overseeing and examining curriculum for all programs, events and classes.
Leading middle and high school students to encourage their spiritual growth.
Interacting with students during Sunday services.
Developing positive relationships with students and their parents.
Sharing program plans through social media.
Displaying Christ-like approach and lifestyle, and praying regularly for young people in the church and community.
Incorporating youth into various church ministries for His use.
Growing students who are interested in the knowledge of God and His Word.
Recruitment, training, and encouragement of volunteer staff.

Youth Pastor Requirements:
Evident relationship with Jesus Christ.
Bachelor’s degree in theology, biblical studies or youth ministry.
Previous youth ministry experience.
Proficient understanding of challenges and needs of young people.
Excellent computer skills, and proficiency with social media.
Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
Excellent organizational skills.
Affinity for young people.
Ability to lead by example.
Available to work occasional extended hours, evenings, over weekends and public holidays, and on short notice.

Please send resume to wallenpaupackfmc@gmail.com

We intend to close this posting and no longer receive applications as of Friday, July 31, 2020

Overview:
Sonshine Kids’ Daycare is a ministry of the Bad Axe Free Methodist Church and an outreach to the surrounding Thumb community. Currently the daycare serves 148 children (six weeks to twelve years old), 92 families and employs a staff of 26. The Director will oversee each child’s daily needs, ensuring the highest quality care and ensuring that the center is functioning at the highest ministry and professional levels possible.

Accountability:
All staff are accountable to the Bad Axe Free Methodist Church Senior Pastor and the Pastor’s Team. The director also has an accountability to and collaborative relationship with the Sonshine Kids’ Daycare Board.

Qualifications:
• Born-again believer in Jesus Christ with a passion for working with children
• Strong knowledge of child development and at least two years’ experience of working with children
• Education coursework in Early Childhood or Child Development as required by the State of Michigan Licensing https://www.michigan.gov/lara/0,4601,7-154-89334_63294_5529_49572_49575_62288-283093–,00.html
• Able to pass a background check

Expectations:
• Reflect the mission, vision, and values of the Free Methodist Church in leadership and personal spiritual life
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and public relation skills with all people
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Provide leadership to all general aspects of Sonshine Kids’ Daycare, including, but not limited to, staff supervision, creative vision, curriculum decisions (in collaboration with the Bad Axe Free Methodist Children’s Ministry Pastor) and communication (parents, parishioners, public)
• Nurture a safe and professional environment that ministers to every child’s spiritual, social, emotional and physical needs in a non-discriminatory manner
• Be accurate, efficient, and timely in compliance of all Center policies, procedures, and all of the State of Michigan Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers
• Inform the Board of Directors of when and/or if any changes need to be implemented
• Provide leadership for Sonshine Kids’ Daycare to act as an effective outreach of the Bad Axe Free Methodist Church in the local community

Salary: TBD in respect to education and experience

Send resume to: Senior Pastor Jerry Sutton
Bad Axe Free Methodist Church
165 Pigeon Road
Bad Axe, MI 48413
1-989-269-8664

The North Central Conference is looking for church planters with ministry experience, who are interested in using a proven ministry model to plant within the Midwestern U.S. We are looking for self-starters with high energy, strong commitment, deep passion for souls and a track record of fruitfulness. For the right planters we provide assessment, training, coaching and some financial support.

Please email your resume and a cover letter to swhiting.compass@gmail.com

We intend on closing applications and resumes as of June 1 , 2020.

Lead Pastor for healthy, medium sized church, including a good number of younger professional families.  Contemporary in worship style. Congregation has-well-kept property in an easily accessible suburban location, and many good leaders/workers, including three Conference for Ministerial Candidates.  Needs pastor with good Wesleyan orientation and strong preaching ability, with proven ability to mobilize Christians for effective evangelistic outreach and community ministry.

Respond by email to MAC21@att.net

We intend on closing this posting and no longer receive applications as of  March 30, 2020.

A full-time pastor is being sought for the Grace Free Methodist Church of McConnell, Illinois. This congregation has an average attendance of 65 for their blended-style worship service – worshiping in a sanctuary that seats 125. In addition to worship services, the church has ministries for children, youth, and adults.

McConnell is an unincorporated community of about 300 persons in Waddams Township in Stephenson County, Illinois, and is located about 5 miles southwest of Orangeville, IL. Another 3,000 persons live in nearby communities.

A caring pastor who can provide practical and insightful Biblical messages, who can equip individuals for ministry, and who is able to reach out to new families in this rural setting is being sought. A parsonage, utilities, and full-time salary are provided for the pastor. To apply, send your resume and the completed application to Supt. Mike Hopper at suptmike@nccfmc.org

We intend on closing applications and resumes as of June 1 , 2020.

A part-time pastor is being sought for the Cedarcrest Free Methodist Church of Bloomington, Minnesota. This congregation has an average attendance of 30 for their blended-style worship service – worshiping in a sanctuary that seats 150. This congregation has been involved in extensive ministry to the needy in the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro area.

Bloomington (located in Hennepin County) is the fifth largest city in the state of Minnesota. It lies 10 miles south of downtown Minneapolis, and has a population of about 85,000, and is serviced by two major freeways, Interstate 35W and Interstate 494. Bloomington has more jobs per capita than either Minneapolis or Saint Paul, due to the United States’ largest enclosed shopping center, the Mall of America, and the only IKEA in Minnesota.

A caring pastor who can provide practical and insightful Biblical messages, who can equip individuals for ministry, and who is able to reach out to new families is being sought. Ability to lead worship would be a plus. A part-time salary is provided for the pastor. To apply, send your resume and the completed application to Supt. Mike Hopper at suptmike@nccfmc.org

We will no longer be accepting applications or resumes as of June 1, 2020.

Our Mission

The mission of the Spring Arbor Free Methodist Church is to help people become fully devoted followers of Jesus – to make disciples who make disciples.  We express that mission in our love for God (Worship), our love for each other (Connect), and our love for a lost world (Serve).

General Description

The Pastor of Worship Arts (PWA) serves this mission by creating, leading, and directing God-honoring corporate worship that engages the entire Body of Christ and welcomes those seeking to know Him.  This position will work with the Lead Pastor and teaching teams to create a worship experience that deepens our experience with God and furthers personal and corporate transformation.

• Recruit and train effective teams, including vocalists and instrumentalists, stage managers and design, tech and streaming teams, and other creative teams
• Develop and cast vision for a variety of worship experiences
• Oversee purchase and organization of worship arts equipment, resources, music, etc
• Compose the Worship Arts annual budget and monitor expenses throughout the year
• The Pastor of Worship Arts is part of the staff Leadership team

Other duties

• Supervise the Audio/Lighting Director
• Supervise any other Worship Arts staff team members
• Attend Leadership Team and All-Staff Meetings
• Lead the Sunday evening worship service through scheduling speakers and worship leaders 

General Expectations

As PWA, you are expected to participate in the mission of the church, be supportive of the leadership, and work to preserve the unity of the Body.  

Conduct yourself according to the expectations and values expressed in the SAFMC Employee Handbook.  This includes the following:

• As a spiritual leader in the church, take responsibility for your own personal spiritual growth through the practice of appropriate spiritual disciplines
• In the following order of priority, tend to the spiritual health of your heart before God, the health and strength of your marriage and family, and the clarity and effectiveness of your vocational commitment to SAFMC
• Model in attitude, speech, and actions a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ.
• Follow the Matthew 18 model on conflict resolution involving other church staff and members of the congregation
• Work to enhance your professional and personal skills through ongoing seminars, conferences, or workshops in consultation with the Lead Pastor

Skills Needed

• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in music, worship arts, and technical/production needs
• Demonstrate a sensitivity to the Holy Spirit’s leading in worship
• Demonstrate leadership ability to recruit, train, and encourage teams and volunteers
• Possess good communication skills

Supervisor:  Lead Pastor

Supervisor Relationship:

• Meet together regularly for encouragement and reporting
• Undergo annual or semi-annual evaluations
• Develop plans for professional development
• Time off requests

Employment

Salary, full time

Interested applicants should email their resumes to Brad Wilcox at brad.wilcox@springarborfm.org

General Overview:  The Worship Arts Tech Leader is responsible for providing support and leadership to all tech leadership teams and all the traditional worship teams, to ensure quality and effectiveness of worship in both the contemporary and traditional services.

Hours Per Week:  Full Time / Salary

Accountability:  Reports directly to the Director of Operations.  He/she will receive an annual review reported to the Pastoral Care and Personnel Committee.

Qualifications

• Must be firmly committed to the Lord and must make every effort to grow in their relationship with Jesus.
• Must agree with the practice lifestyle standards consistent with the JFM leadership covenant.
• Must have a passion to see people move and grow in their love for God and others through the avenue of worship.
• Must have a heart to shepherd and equip others to lead to their fullest potential.
• Must be skilled in organization, administration, and interpersonal relationships.
• Must have an expertise in the use of technology in worship; including sound, lighting, presentation, and video projection.
• Must be a self-starter, and someone who needs little supervision.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Must be a team builder and developer of leaders

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and administrate all areas of Worship Arts, including AVL (Audio, Video, Lighting, Production, and ProPresenter), and traditional Worship Leaders for services and venues.
• Will evaluate and provide development to traditional worship service team members.
• Will create clear job descriptions and help every team member understand their role within the Worship Arts Ministry and how their role fulfills the vision of worship.
• Will oversee and lead all technical training to ensure that every volunteer is adequately equipped and prepared to lead with excellence.
• Will facilitate and lead monthly WALT meetings
• Will be a conduit of effective communication between all areas within the Worship Arts team.
• Will work alongside the Worship Arts Team Leader to support the vision and value of corporate worship.
• Will be a team builder: Recruiting and equipping teams of people to support the current and future Worship Art’s needs.
• Will equip leaders and ministry participates for individual group both in skill and in spiritual growth.
• Will serve as a member of the communication team to provide direction to JFM’s messaging and the communication process JFM uses to ensure congregation engagement.
• Will build planning Center with pertinent service information each week so that every person involved in the service will have all the details needed to serve well.
• Will work with the Lead Pastor and Worship Team Leaders to plan services incorporating prayer, scripture, specials, videos, and other create arts elements to help people enter the presence of God.
• Will work with Worship and Tech leaders to schedule individuals and teams functioning as the lead producer with an eye on the big picture of each service.
• Will oversee and provide tech support as needed for all JFM events requiring it.
• Will attend weekly staff meetings as part of the executive team.
• Will organize, maintain, and oversee the Worship Arts tech budgets including the purchase of new equipment as it fits into the direction and vision of the ministry as a whole.

Social Media & Web Manager Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and execute social media strategy through research, benchmarking, messaging, and audience identification
• Develop and utilize team to help carry out these objectives
• Build meaningful connections and encourage community members through dialog and messaging
• Track and analyze analytic reports to gain insight on traffic, demographics, and effectiveness; utilize this information to positively affect future outcomes
• Collaborate with other departments to manage church reputation, coordinate promotions, and increase reach
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to plan and develop site content, style and layout
• Stay up-to-date with developments and generate new ideas to draw audience’s attention

Video Production Duties and Responsibilities

DEFINITION. Under general direction, plans and facilitates studio and field-based video production work, including the planning, filming, editing, sound mixing, graphic design and compression output and distribution of a wide range of products, and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Oversee or function as producer of weekend services
• Responsible for the maintenance of all technical equipment on the campuses
• Responsible for planning, designing, and installing equipment upgrades and new equipment throughout all campuses
• Recruit, lead, and provide ongoing training and development of volunteer/employed video staff
• Responsible for the discipleship of the team
• Responsible for setting and tracking the annual technical ministry’s budget

Interested applicants should email a resume to Brent Hall at Bhall@jfmchurch.org.

A part-time pastor is being sought for the Free Methodist Church in Henriette, Minnesota. This congregation has an average attendance of 40 persons for their blended-style worship service – worshiping in a sanctuary that seats 150. In addition to worship services, the church has a men’s ministry, a women’s ministry, children activities, and adult Bible study.

The village of Henriette, formerly called Cornell, was named for a local sawmill of that name; the village developed around the depot of the Eastern Railway Company of Minnesota. It was incorporated as a village in 1920. It is located in Pine County, about 70 miles north of Minneapolis-St. Paul. Minnesota State Highway 107 and County 11 are two of the main routes in the community.

A caring pastor / shepherd who can provide practical and insightful Biblical messages, who can equip individuals for ministry, and who is able to reach out to new families in the area is being sought. Musical giftedness would also be a plus. A parsonage, utilities, and part-time salary are provided for the pastor. To apply, send your resume and the completed application to Supt. Mike Hopper at suptmike@nccfmc.org.

Located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California, Azusa Pacific University (APU) is a growing, comprehensive, evangelical Christian university with more than 10,000 students and 55,000 alumni served by 1,400 faculty and staff across 8 locations. As a flagship institution in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution and recognized annually as one of America’s Best Colleges by U.S. News & World Report, APU offers more than 100 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs on campus and online.

APU needs a leader who will continue to align with its established Four Cornerstones: Christ, Scholarship, Community, and Service and consequently guide the constituents into greater clarity surrounding its identity and focus for the future.

For the complete position profile, visit: https://carterbaldwin.com/opportunities/apu-pres/ 

Applications and nominations will be accepted until a new president is appointed. For most favorable consideration, applicants must submit a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. All nominations, expressions of interest, and applications will be handled with complete confidentiality and should be submitted directly to APUpresident@carterbaldwin.com.

For the complete position profile, visit: https://carterbaldwin.com/opportunities/apu-pres/

We  will receive  applications until the position is filled.

A full-time pastor is being sought for the Hillside Free Methodist Church in Evanston, Illinois. This congregation – whose current pastor is retiring – has an average attendance for their blended-style worship service of 40 – worshiping in a sanctuary that seats 180. In addition to worship services, the church has ministries for children, youth, and adults during the week, and provides a food pantry that serves about 2,000 families each month.

Evanston is located about 12 miles north of downtown Chicago (bordered by Chicago to the south, Skokie to the west, and Wilmette to the north) and has a population of about 75,000. This North Shore community is the home of Northwestern University, and also located within the city limits are two top-flight medical centers – Evanston Hospital and Presence Saint Francis Hospital. The median household income in Evanston is more than $70,000.

A well-educated pastor who can provide practical and insightful Biblical messages, who can equip and empower individuals for ministry, and who is able to reach out to new families in a diverse community is being sought. A parsonage, utilities, and full-time salary are provided for the pastor. To apply, send your resume and the completed application to Supt. Mike Hopper at suptmike@nccfmc.org

Lawrence Free Methodist Church is located in Lawrence, KS about 30 miles west of Kansas City. LFMC is part of the Great Plains Conference of the Free Methodist Church in North America, and is also a member of the Willow Creek Association. The church is led by Senior Pastor Alex Alexander who has been on staff for a year. Each weekend, the church sees approximately 450 people during their 8:30a traditional service, and their 10:30a contemporary worship service.

Currently, the church is looking to hire a part time worship leader to lead their contemporary worship services and help shepherd and grow the worship ministry. The right candidate will have a deep personal life in Christ and the character and capacity to develop a church worship culture. Below are the responsibilities and qualifications outlined for this position:

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide leadership, vision, and passion in the area of worship ministries that is in line with the overall vision and mission of LFMC.
Take the lead in creating and implementing new worship opportunities which align with the mission and vision at LFMC.
Coordinate with the Senior Pastor to create well-planned and engaging Sunday worship services.
Prepare and lead all rehearsals and soundchecks.
Lead the Sunday worship service.
Oversee the worship team.
Develop and administer an annual budget for the worship ministry in accordance with the financial policies of the church.
If available, attend weekly staff meetings and participate in the planning and implementation of church programs that will fulfill the mission and vision of the church. If not available, coordinate a time for a weekly meeting with the Lead Pastor.
Assist in planning, implementing and leading worship for special events outside of Sunday worship services. Based on availability.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with the Senior Pastor and staff of any pertinent situations that arise regarding the worship ministry.
General pastoral responsibilities shared by the team and other duties as required.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be a born-again Christian.
Meeting the 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5 qualifications for church leaders.
Commitment to LFMC’s doctrine, vision, values, and beliefs.
Commitment to a team approach to ministry.
Relational style of leadership and ministry.
Joyful spirit and good sense of humor.
Able to work without direct supervision.
Proficiency to lead worship both vocally and with a guitar and/or keyboard.
Experience in leading worship in a contemporary setting.
GED or High School Diploma required, continued education preferred.

HOURS: It is anticipated that the duties associated with this position will take approximately 15 hours per week.

Please describe how you want potential applicants to respond to you.
To apply, email your resume to Meggan at mjacobus@frootgroup.com.

Purpose: We are looking for a full time youth Director who will help our church reach the young people of our community to take our youth group and church to the next level.

To accomplish this the candidate will disciple our young and senior teens, training them to influence their friends and family for Christ.

We believe that full time ministry is 45 + hours per week. We believe this to be important as our people work these hours and we expect our people to volunteer on top of that. Staff need to set the pace.

Specifics:

Lead and organize effective youth ministry implementing fellowship, biblical teaching, evangelism and discipleship.

Create local servant ministry opportunities and mission opportunities

Recruit and train volunteer youth staff with diverse gifts and personalities

Provide counseling and spiritual direction to youth on an individual basis

Facilitate communication with students and parents, keeping them informed of ongoing activities

Keep parents updated on ministry strategies and plans in a way that encourages partnership and involvement

Support parents in effectively fulfilling their Christian parenting roles, in concert with other staff

Assist in the development and oversight of the youth ministry budget; also manage student fees for events and trips in a timely fashion

Seek to integrate youth ministry into all phases of church life to create a culture that is intentionally inter-generational, striving to unite with and complement other church ministries, as well as participating in ministries to the community

Participate as needed or requested in the evaluation and development of the overall church ministry.

In order to build relationships with teens inside and outside the church we expect the candidate to attend sports events, plays and other activities open to the public 2 to 3 times per week

Because we are not convinced that our current teen ministry group is large enough to keep a youth pastor busy 45 hours per week, we will build secondary responsibilities around the candidates strengths and giftedness

Qualifications and Position Requirements:

One who exhibits a personal and growing relationship with God, a teachable spirit, and a healthy family life

One who possesses a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field, experience in youth ministry, basic administrative skills, and a personal spiritual life congruent with biblical mandates for leaders (1 Tim 3:1-7)

One who loves young people and has a passion for seeing people come to Christ and to grow in Him, both personally and at the ministry level

A capable teacher, with a strong biblical and theological background, who is in agreement with the Free Methodist Church’s Statement of Faith, Mission and Vision.

A self-motivated leader, capable of casting and imparting vision for ministry, possessing relational skills with students, parents and staff

Any equivalent combination of educational or work experience and personal abilities and giftedness which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities can be substituted for the above requirements

Compensation Package:

Total Package $ 41,600.00

This package consist of gross Wages $ 28,000.00 cash

Housing & utilities provided value $ 13,600.00

Allowance toward health insurance if needed.

Contact Pastor Robert Marshall

Email: rlmarshalljr@frontier.com

Text 989-390-4369

11921 Fascination Drive

Frederic, MI 49733

This healthy, multi-staffed, mid-sized church located in Butte County is looking for a biblically grounded, spirit-led, leader and communicator of good news able to build bridges in new ways to reach the next generation while developing systems of care for existing members of the congregation.

Please see full description, download application and make contact via:
http://undeniableblessing.org/jobs

Primary address: 234 Sierra Canyon Drive
Colfax, CA 95713
United States

Position Overview: Children’s Ministry and Outreach Pastor

1. Position Purpose:

This person will be an energizing champion for the presence and growth of children in the body of Christ both at RAC and in our neighborhood. Provide pastoral leadership for ministry to children birth through 5th grade to facilitate a nurturing faith environment for children and their families of all backgrounds and developmental stages; relational presence who speaks truth in love to help children & families thrive. Empowers parents and lay leaders to disciple children’s faith in Christ and cultivates contagious enthusiasm to reach out to children both in and outside of RAC.

1. Qualifications:

Qualifications: 1. Christian maturity and a continued nurturing of a personal relationship with Jesus.

2. Discerned calling towards children’s ministry and a love for the local church.
3. Experience in children’s ministry or comparable educational settings preferred.
4. Passion for and demonstrated experience in reaching out to local neighborhood and teaching children about justice and reconciliation.
5. Experience working cross-culturally, as well as a full commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and racial reconciliation as biblical values.
6. Demonstrated history of working well with others in a team environment.
7. Proven organizational skills, ability to manage people, take initiative to carry out an established vision.
8. Emotionally and spiritually attuned to empathize with needs of children and families.
9. Understanding of Wesleyan theology and willingness to engage in Free Methodist life (ordination in Free Methodist Church preferred, or commitment to pursue ordination within two years of start date).
10. Bachelor’s Degree required, graduate degree in Theology or Pastoral Work, children’s education or       other related fields desired.
11. Responsibilities:
12. Lead Elementary (K-5th) ministry and provide oversight and administrative oversight to volunteer teams running Nursery and Preschool ministry.
13. Create and/or select curricula that teach children the basics of Christian faith in keeping with Rainier Avenue Church’s understanding of our calling; focusing on Bible stories, songs, and creative activities.
14. Provide pastoral leadership to all Children’s ministry volunteers including recruiting, training, scheduling, equipping and evaluating volunteer staff of all Children’s ministries.
15. Foster intergenerational relationships and worship experiences for children through occasional special participation in elements of the adult service, volunteer recruitment, and other creative strategies.
16. Develop and support parents as primary disciplers of their children.

Outreach Ministry:

1. Enhance vision and create opportunities for the church to reach out to serve and build relationships with children and their families in our neighborhood.
2. Collaborate with lay leaders and parents to create outreach to children and families in our neighborhood (could be through seasonal events, partnership with schools, etc) that mobilizes our church to serve our community consistent with our church’s values.
3. Implement a children’s curriculum that integrates a biblical understanding of justice and reconciliation; collaborate with parents’ staff and other ministries/partners.
4. Champion the children’s ministries of the church by engaging church members in service to children both at RAC and in our neighborhood.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Participate as a staff person of Rainier Avenue including weekly prayer and planning meetings and all-staff events throughout the year.
2. Plan, propose and oversee annual budgets and operational functioning of the Children’s ministries.
3. Ensure the regular distribution of children’s curriculum.
4. Coordinate all volunteer scheduling, train volunteer in best practices and Abuse Prevention Policy compliance.
5. Record, track and update all necessary information (attendance, demographic data, etc.) in Church Community Builder, the church’s database.
6. Maintain supply room, supplies and snacks in children’s ministry rooms.
7. Ensure that Children’s rooms and spaces are prepared for all events that involve either Children’s ministry programming and/or events.
8. Other Pastoral responsibilities pastoral care for congregation members, preaching 1-2 times per year, etc. as needed.
9. Organizational Relationships:
10. Report directly to the Executive Pastor under general oversight from the Board and Lead pastor.
11. Will work collaboratively with Urban Impact Hub Director for all outreach ministry initiatives
12. Maintain a working relationship with other staff and collaborate on all church events as needed.
13. Cultivate healthy and supportive relationships with Preschool and Elementary volunteers and with members of RAC congregation.
14. Requirements:
15. Must pass a background check.
16. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and use of email needed for coordinating projects and budgets.

3. Regular attendance at Sunday worship and

The Ministry Group Coordinator is a part-time position in professional ministry entrusted with responsibilities to develop and guide ministry groups for children, youth and adults at Good News Church. Good News Church is an intergenerational church with an average weekly attendance of 82. There is currently one children’s ministry hour that subdivides into a younger group and an older group, two youth ministry groups (middle school and high school), a young adult connect group, and four other adult groups. The primary responsibility of this position, under the leadership of the Holy Spirit, is to mobilize and empower ministry groups that make disciples of Jesus.

Employment Status: Part-time, hourly, at will Position Available: 1-1-19
Compensation: $15-20 per hour, typically 24 hours/week
Benefits: Two weeks of paid vacation per year. Five paid holidays per year taken flexibly.

applicants please respond by emailing your resume’s to goodnewsfmc@aol.com – attn: Pastor Al Sones

We intend on closing this posting and no longer receive applications as of Sunday, June 30, 2019

Northgate Free Methodist Church (Batavia, N.Y.) seeks a full-time Children’s Ministry Director to serve in the growth and development of our Children’s Ministry department.

-Job Objective is to cultivate, grow and maintain strong ministries for the children of Northgate and their families and to create paths to connection with the unchurched community.

-Age groups the position will be responsible for are nursery through Elementary School.

What are we looking for in this candidate? Ideally this individual will have prior experience with early childhood ministries. In addition, we are looking for someone who is a self-starter, who is capable of developing meaningful relationships with staff/volunteers, who is dynamic in their leadership style and capable of implementing the ministry vision of the church in their assigned department. Most of all, we would like to find someone who is passionate about helping children learn about Jesus!

Please direct email inquiries, resume, and three letters of reference (as PDF attachments) to Pastor Vern Saile at vern@northgatefmc.com

Formal Job Description is available upon request. Write to: vern@northgatefmc.com

Church Planters wanted!

The Genesis Conference is looking for church planters with proven ministry experience for attractional-model planting throughout western New York state. High energy, high commitment, passion for the Lord and for ministry, with a track record of growth is needed. For the right planters we will assess, train, and coach, with some financial support.

Primary Contact Email: suptpam@gmail.com

Please email your resume and a cover letter.

Part-Time Youth Ministry Director:
Up to 28 Hours per week (may be more, depending on the season)
Position Overview: The primary role of the Youth Director is to develop a ministry environment and program that is consistent with the vision and mission statements of the church and youth ministry (described below). The Youth Director works directly with students in 6th – 12th grade, the youth staff, and the parents of the youth to share and implement the vision and mission of the Youth Ministry program.

The application is available for download at the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C4Mf13gDmInwqfNRGMYPcN93gVeyq9VH/view?usp=sharing

Please print out the application, complete it, and mail it along with a cover letter/résumé to the following address:

Linda Akutagawa
Venice Free Methodist Church
4871 Centinela Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90066

We will review your application and notify you if we would like to schedule an in person interview.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree preferred (or working towards one), High School diploma required.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in youth ministry.
Current driver’s license.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Applicants must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations.

Purpose: To work with the entire church in leading middle school and high school students to faith in Christ, and helping youth grow in Christian maturity, through: development and administration of programs; building relationships; and recruiting, equipping and overseeing volunteer workers and possible school interns.

Responsible to: Senior Pastor and Director of Christian Education

Description of Duties:
• Designing Wednesday evening worship/fellowship/teaching meetings
• Planning monthly special weekend activities for teens, and possible after-school programs, in addition to being a key part of the planning and direction of a
summer camping experience
• Mentoring or encouraging teens who need particular encouragement with spiritual, social, or academic issues, or assisting others to do so
• Teaching a teen Sunday School class
• Finding new ways of connecting youth from otherwise unchurched homes with the teen group and the church as a whole
• Helping to build bridges of friendship to parents and siblings of otherwise unchurched youth in the group, for the sake of Christ and the church.
• Interacting with nearby Christian colleges to discover potential interns to assist in the ministry here, and to help expose our youth to options for their
future training.

For further information or to apply, contact:
Clint Roberts clrobert@mail.snu.edu or Erin Smith erin_hefti@yahoo.com

The position is designed for about 25 hours per week with potential to be full-time.
Salary negotiable, based on experience, training, weekly hours committed, and other factors. Remuneration package will include full use of church-owned parsonage near the church facility. Schedule can be somewhat flexible to allow for further degree study,
either online or in one of the nearby universities or seminaries.

Reports to: Director of Operations
Supervises: At times will be required to supervise volunteers, staff and/or interns
Status: Full Time – Personal Support Raising required
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Position Summary: This is a practitioner ministry position that enables one to develop, practice and
strengthen their job and ministry skillsets. Our objective is to offer a platform of opportunities that
include the following: Evangelism/Discipleship, Service Learning, Church and/or Pastoral Leadership,
Cross-Cultural Ministry and Partnership Engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead or assist with all facets of our ministry including First Stop drop-in center, Shoe Away
Hunger, Food programs, and Holiday Help.
Lead or assist with Christian ministry to those in need, to our partner ministries and to offer key
servant leadership, prayer and teaching support to the Cedarcrest Church congregation.
Learn, develop and practice skills such as customer service, donor engagement and retention,
Grant writing/Reporting, fundraising, social media, web content management, data collection and
reports, resource procurement and food ordering, safety training, inventory management, etc.
Lead or assist with customer service, deliveries, pick-ups, cleaning and facility care.

Qualifications

Our preference is for someone that has completed post-secondary education.
A growing believer with a call to Christian ministry who embraces our mission, vision, and values.
Faithful, available and teachable. This includes the ability to maintain a can-do, positive attitude and a willingness to contribute toward the health and betterment of our organizational culture.
A team player that is hardworking and flexible amid varying work activities and schedule.
Must be missional in perspective with the ability to connect with the community and successfully.
Adapt to change while maintaining a proper balance between personal life, work and ministry.
Must actively attend services and engage with the Cedarcrest Church community.
Must exercise consistent and good judgement. Must adhere to all safety requirements and best practices. Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Must have transportation and be willing to drive company vehicles or receive training for such.

Salary/Benefits

40+ hours per week including evening, weekend, or special events.
This position is a support raising position subject to GITH administrative support and policies.
Personal time according to employee handbook.

Physical Demands
Ability to effectively communicate with both individuals & groups.
Ability to physically and emotionally support program initiatives.

For more details, please contact Pastor Shawn Morrison at http://shawn@goodinthehood.org