Family Life Minister

POSITION PROFILE
Position Title: Family Life Minister
Date Revised: May 2007
Reports To: Executive Council

Position Summary: Second Congregational United Church of Christ is seeking a dynamic individual who would help develop curriculum for Christian Education, oversee youth groups and help create a greater sense of mission and purpose for our surrounding and global community. This person will work in collaboration with the Senior Minister and Director of Music to help continue the tradition of Second Congregational United Church of Christ and build excitement within our congregation.

Qualified candidate will develop a comprehensive, biblically based ministry to young adults and their families. Working with other staff and lay leaders, the Minister of Family Life will oversee the spiritual development of our youth and their families. This individual will participate with them in worship, learning and living God's word.

This person will work closely with the Senior Minister and will report to the Moderator/Council.

This is a full time salaried position.

Minimum Requirements: Masters Degree in a Christian Related field preferred
Qualifications:
Prior successful experience/training working with youth and families.
Willing to become a member of Second Congregational United Church of Christ, and support the theology and practice of the United Church of Christ.
Ability to work cooperatively, collaboratively, and collegially with the Senior Minister, other church staff, and with our congregation at large.

Essential Functions:
Encourage and promote the growth of spiritually healthy families.
Work with the Senior Minister, Christian Education and various committees within the structure of Second Congregational United Church of Christ.
Develop curriculum for Sunday school classes and Vacation Bible School. Promote and support these opportunities within the church and throughout the community.
Develop curriculum for Adult Education opportunities. Promote and support these within the church and community.
Recruit and train leaders for volunteer educational programs.
Work closely with our youth groups and provide spiritual leadership.
Be sensitive to the needs and pressures of diverse families within Second Congregational United Church of Christ.
Capable of independent work within general guidelines.
Develop family oriented programming for congregation.
Participate in planning of congregational fellowship events.
Work with Council to prepare and oversee budgets pertaining to Family Life Ministry.
Perform other duties as requested by church leadership.
Occasional participation in worship.
Establish and maintain regular office hours at the church.

Cover letter, resume, and reference list should be mailed to: Family Life Minister Search Committee, Second Congregational Church, 525 Cheshire Dr. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505. Materials and/or questions may also be e-mailed to: 2ndministersearch@gmail.com Our web-site is:

http://www.2ndchurch.com