"HAVE YOU BEEN TO THE TOMB LATELY?" Academy of Parish Clergy's Annual Conference featuring Dr. Craig Satterlee on Transformational Preaching, Racine, WI, April 20-22, 2010. www.apclergy.org.
A CALLING IN COWTOWN—Seeking Minister for Dynamic Disciples Congregation. Is your calling unique? Are you passionate about having a positive impact on children and their families who are all walking the faith journey together? If so, University Christian Church (UCC) in Fort Worth, TX, may be the place to heed that call. UCC seeks qualified candidates for the role of Minister for Children, Families and Adults — a role that requires an enthusiasm for mission to those growing in life and in faith. This associate minister position is responsible for the development, administration and oversight of all children's programming, newborn through grade five; adult education programming for Sunday mornings; coordination and collaboration within the Center for Congregational Life; and pastoral care and general ministry duties shared by the ministerial staff. Join a vibrant, dynamic and strong congregation in the beautiful city of Fort Worth, TX. Fort Worth is a historic community with rich culture, arts and entertainment options with a mild year-round climate. University Christian Church is also adjacent to Texas Christian University, home to Brite Divinity Theological Seminary. Qualified candidates must submit papers through Dr. Ken Hall, Minister for the Trinity-Brazos Area, at khall@ccsw.org or (817) 831-4442.
THEOLOGIAN FOR EDUCATION—Trinity Wall Street is seeking a visionary leader and facilitator for the position of Theologian for Education. The Theologian will develop and direct an adult education program that can also guide a holistic Christian Education program for children, youth, and families. S/he will guide and train congregational volunteers as instructors, and oversee the management of Trinity Preschool. The Theologian will also be a resource for Trinity Institute and the Clergy Leadership Project, assisting to integrate the content of these theological education programs with Trinity's overall educational commitments. In collaboration with internal and external partners, the Theologian will develop and implement a long-term strategy to strengthen education programs in the parish, and offer leadership to Christian education initiatives in the Episcopal and Anglican communities. S/he will serve as resident resource in Christian pedagogy, and monitor Trinity's education offerings to meet parish aims. Candidates should bring a holistic understanding of catechetical formation, education, and instruction training. S/he should enjoy and have demonstrated competence in teaching adults in a sophisticated multicultural urban context, designing curriculum collaboratively, and launching and managing a multi-faceted education program in a large parish or the church at large. Candidates should have a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in a theological discipline or the equivalent, and have significant experience in the Episcopal Church. Ordained Episcopal clergy would participate in the liturgical rota, and the work week includes Sundays. For consideration, please send your resume and salary history: Trinity Wall Street, Human Resources Department, 74 Trinity Place, Room 503, NY, NY 10006-2088. Fax: 212-602-9649. E-mail: HR@trinitywallstreet.org. No phone calls please. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package. Trinity Wall Street is an equal-opportunity employer.
Does your faith compel you to seek the full inclusion of LGBT persons in faith communities? Room for All, a nonprofit organization in the Reformed Church in America, is seeking its first FULL-TIME COORDINATOR to partner with its board of directors, and other friends and allies, in its work for full inclusion in the RCA. The coordinator will draw on skills in movement building and resource development in ways that inspire, equip, and unite people in a common cause of justice. Some travel is required. Office location is negotiable. For more information and a complete job description, go to www.roomforall.com. To apply, send your cover letter and résumé to Cyndi Boertje at rfacoord@roomforall.com by March 15, 2010.
ASSOCIATE MINISTER FOR CONGREGATIONAL LIFE—First Congregational Church of Los Angeles is searching for an associate minister of congregational life. Under the leadership of Dr. R. Scott Colglazier, the church is undergoing a significant time of renewal, positioning itself as a center of inspiring and progressive Christian thought. In addition to general pastoral responsibilities, the associate minister of congregational life will help establish an alternative worship service, create a network of fellowship within the congregation, provide leadership for educational programming, and oversee chapel services for Pilgrim School, a division of FCCLA. If you are an ordained minister committed to an open understanding of the Christian faith, and are drawn to an exciting, demanding, and fulfilling ministerial position, please email a cover letter and résumé to: crhodes@fccla.org. For more information about the church, review the church's Web site at: www.fccla.org.
ASSOCIATE PASTOR FOR FAMILY AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES - The House of Hope Presbyterian Church in St Paul, MN, seeks applications for the position of associate pastor to join a 3 minister, 10 staff team serving a 1,600-member progressive, thoughtful, urban congregation that honors our past while embracing our future. We are known for traditional worship, intellectually stimulating preaching and the highest forms of musical expression in a gothic sanctuary. The new associate pastor will be responsible for ministering to families and young adults through worship, mission and fellowship. The position is listed with Church Leadership Connection, www.pcusa.org and on our Web site: www.hohchurch.org. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested persons are invited to apply by sending a letter of interest along with their résumé to: hohapnc@gmail.com or to: APNC c/o The House of Hope Presbyterian Church, 797 Summit Avenue, St Paul, MN 55105.
MINISTER OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION/SPIRITUAL FORMATION for 3,800-member UMC congregation in Winston-Salem NC. Please see profile at: www.centenaryonline.com/jobs for complete information.
The United Church of Angel Fire, NM, a multidenominational church, is seeking a FULL-TIME PASTOR. Total compensation will depend on the candidate's experience and qualifications based on denominational guidelines. The package will include salary, housing allowance, pension and health insurance. Visit www.unitedchurchofangelfire.com for church profile and application information.
