Opportunity in Christian Learning

Employment Opportunity in Christian Learning at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Wellesley

St. Andrew's is seeking a Christian Learning Ministry Assistant who will support the Assistant Rector for Christian Learning in coordinating the activities of the church's Christian Learning programs for children, youth and adults. The CLMA will work approximately 20 hours per week during the program year, on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday mornings and at other mutually convenient times to ensure the smooth operation of these vitally important ministries. Resumes should be sent to the church at 79 Denton Road, Wellesley, MA 02482, att: Personnel. A full job description is available by calling the church at 781-235-7310.

Youth Leader

Youth Leader

Join us as we develop a new faith based youth program within a
congregation committed to continued growth. We are seeking an individual
with an appreciation and respect for young people who is willing to
share his/her faith journey. Appropriate education and experience
required. Preference for individual who is a good role model and
displays enthusiasm, sense of humor, and interest in getting to know
others.

Eight hours per week at $18.00 per hour beginning July 1st with
potential for negotiating hours and salary in January 2008.

Contact Information:
Contact: Ledyard Congregational Church Board of Christian Education,
P.O. Box 77 Ledyard, CT 06339, 860-464-9926 or visit
www.uccwebsites.net/firstcongledyardct.html

E-mail: jimsorensen@sbcglobal.net
Link:

Sunday School Teacher

Sunday School Teacher

A paid Sunday School Teacher is needed for a bright, energetic small group of pre-K*elementary-school age children at Old Cambridge Baptist Church (OCBC), a progressive and inclusive Christian community in the American Baptist tradition, located in Harvard Square, Cambridge. This position is available from mid-May 2007. (We are also looking for a second teacher to begin in September 2007; contact James Armstrong at the e-mail address below for more information about that position.)

OCBC is deeply involved in ministries related to social justice, the spiritual life, and the arts. We are a small, diverse and welcoming community actively advocating for the civil and ecclesiastical rights of all God's people, regardless of race, gender, sexual or affectional orientation. Our children are bright and loving, and will bless whomever works with them. We are using a well-designed Bible focused multi-age curriculum that has good leader's materials.

The position will be supervised by the chair of the Christian Education Committee. An expanded position can qualify for the Harvard Divinity School Field Experience Program, and, if applicable, would be jointly supervised by OCBC's pastor, Rev. Irv Cummings, a certified Harvard Field Education Instructor.

For more information, contact James Armstrong, Christian Education Chair, at jarmstr@fas.harvard.edu For more information about the church, see our webpage at http://www.oldcambridgebaptist.org

Applications should include prior experience in working with children, teaching experience and/or church school experience, and church affiliations. You do not have to be a Baptist to apply.

Contact Information:
Send applications to Christian Education Committee, Old Cambridge Baptist Church,
1151 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138

or to jarmstr@fas.harvard.edu

E-mail: jarmstr@fas.harvard.edu
Link:

www.oldcambridgebaptist.org

Family and Youth Education Coordinator

Second Church of Plymouth
United Church of Christ
Plymouth, MA

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Family and Youth Education Coordinator

POSITION GOAL: To provide overall leadership in the educational ministry; including guidance and resources for all aspects of education for children's ministries and/or in the church school. Maintaining and enhancing an ongoing Religious Education program for children and youth.

RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTHORITY: Administratively, the coordinator is responsible to the Senior Pastor. Programmatically, the Coordinator is responsible to the Christian Education Committee. The duties and responsibilities of this position will be split evenly between Family Christian Education and Youth activities. Responsibilities include but are not limited to church school, middle school youth group, senior high youth group, occasional special services, coordinating Christian Education activities, serving as faith development resource and regular preaching and worship leadership opportunities. The Coordinator will provide nurture and guidance for the educational programs of the Church including curriculum selection and professional development of Christian Education teachers and advisors.

QUALIFICATIONS

Personal: Highly motivated, well organized, mature individual with good communication skills and a commitment to the Christian faith. Must be enthusiastic and optimistic about educational ministry.

Professional: Applicant must be pursuing a Bachelors or Masters Degree in Theological Education; preferably specializing in Christian Education or possess certification in Christian Education ministries. Studies should include Theology, Biblical Studies, Human Development, Faith Formation and Educational Theory.

Experience: Preferably, 12 months experience in Christian Youth ministries.

Time requirements: 20 hours per week.

Send Resume by May 1st to: The Reverend Judy Medeiros
Second Church of Plymouth
P.O. Box 1754
Manomet, MA 02345

Capital Campaign Coordinator

Capital Campaign Coordinator

The First Baptist Church in Jamaica Plain is a multi-cultural community in the midst of an exciting period of renewal. Currently, we are seeking an inspirational leader to coordinate the capital campaign for rebuilding our historic church that was gutted by fire in January 2005. Both pastor and congregation are fully committed to this initiative as a means to further our mission and ministry. To learn more about our church, visit our website: www.firstbaptistjp.org

Responsibilities:
§ Lead in the organization and facilitation of an ambitious fundraising campaign in a manner that is consistent with our values and vision. Recommend traditional and creative strategies for effective and efficient campaign. Represent FBCJP in a welcoming and professional manner.
§ Work closely with Pastor, Campaign Committee and office staff to ensure timely communication between the campaign and the construction project, as well as unity of vision and message. Keep focus on campaign priorities, benchmarks and timeline.
§ Produce internal and external campaign materials to include brochures, newsletters, press releases and updates/reports.
§ Serve as primary contact for volunteers. Provide volunteers with training and guidance, materials and administrative support to successfully reach set goals. Accompany volunteers and participate in cultivation meetings and solicitations of significance as needed.
§ Monitor campaign progress, support Campaign Committee, attend and arrange details of all committee meetings.
§ Oversee creation and management of donor database and timely donor acknowledgements.
§ Plan and implement fundraising events; including the campaign kick-off, and other events of various sizes. Provide follow up as necessary.
§ Write grant proposals and conduct prospect research in order to identify all potential donors.
§ Assist in creation of campaign budget and track/monitor expenses.
§ Oversee accurate and timely production of financial reports. Ensure procedures and systems for communicating campaign pledge and gift data to church office.
§ Other duties as needed.

Qualifications:
§ BA/BS degree, and 2-3 years of successful development experience (capital campaign experience preferred).
§ Ability to assume leadership role, work independently, prioritize and consistently meet deadlines.
§ Ability to embrace and affirm the mission of the church.
§ Excellent computer skills and thorough knowledge of development database systems.
§ Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills.
§ Managerial and organizational skills to ensure the effective and efficient use of personnel and other resources. A superior attention to detail is essential. Demonstrated event management experience.
§ Extraordinary leadership and interpersonal skills to interact with a broad range of donors, volunteers, staff and the general public. Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours for campaign meetings and events.
§ Demonstrated ability to exercise excellent judgment, diplomacy, confidentiality and sensitivity to a range of constituents.

Full Time preferable, Part Time negotiable. Duration to depend on campaign needs. Salary commensurate with skills and experience. No benefits available.
Interested applicants should send a letter of interest, a resumé, salary expectations and the names/telephone numbers of three references to: Capital Campaign Coordinator Search, The First Baptist Church, 633 Centre St., Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. Materials may also be sent by email to: pastor@firstbaptistjp.org For inquiries, call 617-524-3992. Credentials received by April 6,2007 will receive full consideration, however we will review materials until an appropriate candidate is selected.

Coordinator of Christian Education

The Federated Church of Ashland
118 Main Street
Ashland, MA 01721
508.881.1355

The Federated Church of Ashland, Ashland, MA is seeking to fill a
Coordinator of Christian Education position to begin in the fall of
2007. The position is a twenty- hour per week ten-month position with
competitive pay. The person filling the position will be responsible
for organizing the education of children in grades kindergarten through
twelfth grade with an emphasis on kindergarten through sixth grade.
Spiritual, psychological, and emotional maturity is expected as the
candidate cooperates with an energetic congregation of one hundred and
twenty and an enthusiastic Christian Education volunteer team. For
more information, contact the church office at 508.881.1355, or email at
fcoapastor@verizon.net, or fcoaoffice@verizon.net.

Associate Pastor of Family Ministry

Associate Pastor of Family Ministry

First Baptist Church of Hurricane, West Virginia, which is affiliated
with the West Virginia Baptist Convention and American Baptist
Churches-USA, is seeking a Children's and Youth Minister (current
technical title is "Associate Pastor of Family Ministry"). Specific
information regarding our church and community is available at the
website in the form of a "church profile" (4MB pdf document). The
current ministry/job description is also viewable in pdf format. Links
to both the profile and job description can be found on the church's
homepage. Please email or call with any questions you may have that are
not answered on the website.

Contact Information:
Doug James
Member, Search Committee
Home: 304-757-0530

E-mail: dougjames5@verizon.net
Link:

http://www.fbcoh.com

Director of Christian Education-Acting

Director of Christian Education-Acting

Direct children's ministry and Church School, including schedules and
programs.
Recruit, train, support teachers/caregivers
Study, evaluate, and present curriculum to Board for approval
Work with Board to develop yearly budget
Assist with confirmation
Implement and facilitate adult education

Contact Information:
Reverend Jamie R. Howard
The First Church of Christ, Congregational
25 The Great Road
Bedford, MA 01730

E-mail: fchurchb2@verizon.net
Link:

www.forministry.com/usmaucofcfcocc

Summer Internship at Emery House Retreat Center

Summer Internship at Emery House Retreat Center

Emery House, a retreat center ministry of the Society of St. John the
Evangelist, an Episcopal monastic community, is looking for a summer
intern. Intern will assist property manager in upkeep of 144 acres of
beautiful land. Must be very physically able and interested in outside
work and the monastic life. Interview and health insurance required.
Full room and board + $2000 stipend.

Contact Information:
Brent Was, MDiv, Property Manager bwas@ssje.org OR Br. Robert
L'Esperance, Facilities Brother robert@ssje.org

E-mail: bwas@ssje.org
Link:

www.ssje.org

Part-Time Chaplain

Job Opportunity: Part-Time Chaplain

Seafarer's Friend is a maritime ministry which has been serving seafarers in New England for 180 years. We are seeking an ordained minister or a seminarian working toward ordination, to serve as part-time (20 hours) Chaplain for the Port of Portland, Maine.

The Chaplain serves working people from foreign countries at their workplace, onboard cargo ships and tankers in the Portland, Maine. In one day, our Chaplain may visit crew members form the Philippines, Korea, Ukraine, India or China. The ability to work with people of many cultures, nationalities, and religions is essential. The Chaplain may also be available to minister to others working on the waterfront such as security guards and terminal operators. From June-October the Chaplain will also work at our Seafarer's Center welcoming crew members from Cruise ships when docked.

Training and supervision will be provided by our Mission Director. Flexible hours include weekends and evenings. As ship visiting is the primary responsibility, applicants must be able to climb gangways while carrying a backpack.

This unique "blue collar" ministry offers opportunities to welcome the stranger to Portland, Maine, and provide pastoral care aboard ships. This exciting and rewarding ministry guarantees unequaled personal fulfillment.

Visit our website www.seaferersfriend.org for further information about Seafarer's Friend.

Resumes should emailed to Mary Anne Wallace, Assistant to the Mission Director cfriends@conversent.net or mailed to

Mary Anne Wallace
Seafarer's Friend - Marine Trade Center
2 Portland Fish Pier Suite 103
Portland, ME 04101
207 871 7699

Youth Ministry Director Needed!

Youth Ministry Director Needed!

Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church, Salem NH, is seeking a caring and
qualified adult to guide our youth to grow in faith, service, and
knowledge of Jesus Christ and God's grace.
We would like our new director to have a mature faith in Jesus Christ
and a basic understanding and agreement with Lutheran theology. The
Director will plan, organize, and lead youth events and activities for
our congregation. Our youth group includes youth in 6th - 12th grade
with approximately 20 participating on a regular basis. We are looking
for a leader who will not only maintain the current program, but will
have the ability and vision to build upon the foundation, increase
participation, and find new ways to reach out to our youth.
The ideal candidate has experience working with youth, holds a
Bachelor's degree or equivalent life experience, and is accustomed to
working with churches.
This is a part-time position, averaging 20 hours per week. The work
schedule will fluctuate due to the timing of various events and
activities. The starting salary is based upon experience.

Contact Information:
For a detailed job description and application instructions call the
TCLC office at (603) 893-0305

E-mail: ymstaffing@triumphantcross.org
Link: triumphantcross.org

Opening for Full Time Pastoral Staff Addition

Opening for Full Time Pastoral Staff Addition

The First Congregational Church of Mansfield, Ohio, is seeking a recent
seminary graduate to join our pastoral staff full-time. The successful
candidate will participate in a well-rounded ministry with a
theologically diverse and open congregation of 800 plus members. Areas
of focus shall include youth development, leadership in the worship
service, preaching, pastoral care, and service as staff liaison to
various church boards. Other duties shall be considered as they relate
to the strengths exhibited by the individual selected for this position.

This position is unique in that it will allow an individual to grow
professionally under the direct supervision of a young, progressive
Senior Minister, as well as, engage in mentoring experiences with our
Minister Emeritus who led our church for 45 years.

Our church is gathered around a covenant identifying us as a fellowship
of individuals who come together for Christian worship, mutual
understanding and spiritual enrichment. The result is a Christian
community where doctrines are not mandated, a congregation that takes
faith seriously without taking itself too seriously, and a place where
more often than not, laughter is the medicine of first choice!

We are located in a community of 100,000 plus with a variety of
institutions of higher learning including a local campus of The Ohio
State University. In addition, we have a broad offering of cultural and
recreational activities, e.g.: symphony chorus, orchestra, art center,
ski resort, auto/cycle racing venues and state parks. Our location
provides a short commute to anywhere in the city and easy access to both
Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio.

Salary will be commensurate to both training and experience.

If you feel we may be a good fit for you, please send your resume to:
search@1stcongregational.ws, or mail to: First Congregational Church,
640 Millsboro Road, Mansfield, OH 44903. Attn: Pastoral Search

Please refer to our website www.1stcongregational.ws for more
information and to view our Church Covenant.

Director of Outreach, Education

*Interfaith Youth Core (IFYC) *is seeking a *Director of Outreach,
Education and Training* to be a key contributor in designing and
delivering impactful youth programming to help them accomplish their
mission of global interfaith cooperation. I am hoping that you or
someone you know in your professional network will have an interest in
exploring this career and life-changing opportunity.

Founded in 1998 by a group of religiously diverse young people,
including Executive Director Dr. Eboo Patel, Rhodes Scholar and Ashoka
Fellow, IFYC envisions a world in which young people of different faiths
choose to interact peacefully and cooperate to serve their communities,
ultimately strengthening civil society and stabilizing global politics.
(Learn more at www.ifyc.org)

We are seeking an innovative, dynamic and highly skilled professional
with experience leading interfaith youth, preferably on a
college/university campus. Additionally, s/he will be committed to the
mission of IFYC with an ability to contribute both organizationally and
substantively to the programmatic and strategic priorities of the
organization. The successful candidate will be a dynamic public speaker
with the ability to become a visible and respected voice of the
Interfaith Youth Movement. A demonstrated ability to develop and
deliver educational and curricular materials of a high quality and to
train and mentor staff to do the same, is required. Candidates must
also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and
sensitivities, with an ability to work in a culturally diverse
environment.

A complete position specification can be found at
www.campbellcompany.com. [Follow this link, then on the bottom right
there is a link for current openings and you'll find it listed.]

Please direct all inquires and applications to:

Meredith L. Onion
Consultant, Executive Search
Meredith.Onion@campbellcompany.com
(P) 312-896-8901 (F) 312-644-3559
One East Wacker Drive, Suite 3350
Chicago, IL 60601
*Interfaith Youth Core is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*

Hospice Volunteer

Hospice Volunteer

EPOCH Hospice Care, a hospice program affiliated with EPOCH Senior
Living, is seeking Theology School Students to become direct service
volunteers. It is rewarding work that can provide some of the same
experience as chaplaincy work. EPOCH Hospice Care currently has two
part time chaplains; one is a minister (United Church of Christ) and the
other is a rabbi. EPOCH Hospice Care is providing care to patients in
the EPOCH facilities in Chestnut Hill, Weston, Melrose, Norton and
Sharon.

Contact Information:
Cathy Paris and Julie Plaut Mahoney, Volunteer Coordinators
EPOCH Hospice Care
615 Heath Street
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
Tel: 617-232-0445
FAX: 617-232-3743

E-mail: hospicevolcoordinator@epochsl.com
Link:

www.epochhospice.com

National Organizer, Promise the Children

National Organizer, Promise the Children

Promise the Children, a Unitarian Universalist children's advocacy
organization, is seeking a half-time national organizer. The job is
based in Massachusetts and offers a salary package of $20,000 annually
(subject to payroll tax). The start date is April 23, 2007.

For more information, please visit
http://www.promisethechildrenuu.org/help/natl_org_opening

Contact Information:
To apply, please e-mail a resume and a cover letter to Rebekah
Richardson, president of Promise the Children
(rkr@promisethechildrenuu.org).

E-mail: rkr@promisethechildrenuu.org
Link:

http://www.promisethechildrenuu.org/help/natl_org_opening

Youth Minister

Youth Minister

Healthy and fun church in beach town 35 miles south of Boston is
seeking a youth minister to lead the youth group 7th-12th grades in
spiritual growth, social justice awareness, group building activities,
annual mission trip, periodic retreats, and outings.
The youth minister teaches confirmation classes (7-9th), leads in
weekly worship and preaches (if so desired) bimonthly. The hours are
10-15hours per week on Sundays unless there is a special retreat/event
and e-mail's, planning, or phone calls can occur off site during the
week. The position is 10 months and 10,000 per year. If you enjoy youth,
are faithful and consistent, plan in advance, and value a ministry team
approach to church life, send a resume and contact us for an interview.

Contact Information:
The Rev. Dr. Ginger Brasher-Cunningham
North Community Church, UCC
PO Box 2 Old main St.
Marshfield Hills, MA 02051
781-837-3784

E-mail: Gigibc@aol.com
Link: nccmfh@northcommunitychurch.org