Permanent Pastor

Permanent Pastor

We are actively searching for a permanent pastor at North
congregational UCC in Middletown, New York. Our area minister is The
Rev. Marain Shearer.

Contact Information:
Our profile may be accessed by contacting Gloria Halko at
Profiles@uccny.org.

E-mail: Profiles@uccny.org
Link: northchurchsec@frontiernet.net

Youth Position Available Brewster, MA

DIRECTOR OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRIES position available at
Northside Methodist Church, Brewster, MA. We are looking for a
committed Christian with a passion for Christ and for children and
families. This person is responsible for coordinating the Sunday School
program for nursery through grade 10 and for planning and implementing
youth programs and family events. These programs will provide
opportunity for children and youth to experience God's love, to acquire
Biblical knowledge and to practice their Christian faith. This is a
full time position with salary negotiable.

For more information please contact Northside Methodist at 508-385-8622
and speak to Pastor Rebecca Mincieli.

Minister for the New North Church, Hingham

PASTOR: New North Church, Hingham, MA 02043, a small non-
denominational congregation seeks a full-time minister to provide
inspiring worship, to build membership, and to oversee education and
outreach programs. See our website at www.newnorthchurch-

hingham.org. Direct resumes to Search Committee, 1 Lincoln St.,
Hingham, MA 02043 or pulpitsearch@newnorthchurch-hingham.org.

The ad is presently on their website

www.christiancentury.org

We are a small congregation supported by about 20 families with
attendance ranging from 10 to 20 persons on any Sunday. Our first
goal is to increase our size. We would like to at least double that

attendance over the next two years. We believe this to be
attainable based on Thanksgiving and Easter services attendance of 40

to 50 and our traditional Christmas Candle Light Service which is
attended by more than 100. A wedding or funeral, or Derby Academy
Commencement will fill the Church to capacity of close to 450.

Our assets include a close-knit, caring congregation committed to
continuing services in the community, to maintaining an historic
building in excellent condition, and to supporting an outreach
program that is already impressive given our size.

We anticipate offering a salary ranging from $45 to $60K depending on

the applicant's qualifications and experience. We do not have a
parsonage.

Director or Co-Director of Religious Education

Director or Co-Director of Religious Education

Seeking a part-time DIRECTOR or CO-DIRECTOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Name and Address of Congregation: Hopedale Unitarian Parish, 65 Hopedale Street, Hopedale, MA 01747

Size on Congregation: 110 adults

Size of Religious Education Program: 60 children and youth

Title: Director or Co-Director of Life Span Religious Education

Time Frame: Part-time position, beginning August 1, 2007

Hours: 10 - 22 hours/ week, 42 weeks/year
If hired for a 10 hour position, it is as co-Director of Religious Education for the 2007-2008 church year
with possibility of becoming the sole DRE at 22 hours/week starting in the 2008-2009 church year.
If hired for 22 hours, the position is Director of Religious Education.

Goal: To provide professional leadership for a life span religions education program for children, youth, and adults

Responsibilities:

-Responsibilities will be scaled depend on the amount of hours the applicant is employed

- Provide leadership for goal setting and developing a philosophy for religious growth and learning

- Develop, plan and coordinate RE curriculum

- Recruit, train, support, and nurture volunteers

- Publicize the religious education program through the newsletter, brochure and other means

- Coordinate special events such as RE Sunday and annual pageant and intergenerational services

- Plan and coordinate Coming of Age program

- Plan and lead monthly children's worship

- Teach in the classroom, as needed

-Attend monthly RE committee meetings

-Create and manage annual RE budget

-Assume role of primary DRE every other Sunday

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

-Knowledge of Unitarian Universalist

- Knowledge of religious education philosophy

- Experience or degree in religious education

- Ability to work collaboratively with other congregational leaders, staff and volunteers for special programs

- Ability to work closely with co-DRE

- Leadership and organizational skills required

Compensation: $15-$17/hour

Contact Information:
If interested in the position please contact the church office at http://hopedaleuu.server101.com/ or call at 508-473-0745, email Hopedale Unitarian Parish hopedaleunitarian@verizon.net . All inquiries will be
reviewed by DRE search committee.

E-mail: house.calls@verizon.net
Link:

http://hopedaleuu.server101.com/

Director of Christian Education

Director of Christian Education

The Director of Christian Education and Programming will plan, direct
and implement successful parish-wide programs of Christian Education;
coordinate programs and fellowship opportunities for children, youth and
adults; enhance the spirituality and ministries of the congregation and
provide outreach to the community. Dynamic, family and missions
oriented church in Southeastern CT. PT 20-25 hrs week, but may be
combined with the Parish Assistant position for FT for a qualified
candidate. Immediate opening. Download job description and application
at: www.galesferryumc.org

Contact Information:
David Moorehead, Chairman
Staff-Parish Relations Committee
The United Methodist Church of Gales Ferry
Chapman Lane
Gales Ferry, CT 06335

E-mail: oompahdave@aol.com
Link:

www.galesferryumc.org

UCC National Capitol Intern Position Available

National Capitol Intern Position Available

The Washington Office of Justice and Witness Ministries of the United
Church of Christ is seeking a twelve month public policy intern. The
position is for service beginning September 1, 2007.

This intern position provides an immersion experience in public policy
advocacy based on the positions taken by General Synods of the United
Church of Christ. The work will be primarily in the Washington Office
but some travel is likely. The successful applicant can expect to learn
about advocacy in the Capitol Hill context and about advocacy by the
grass roots.

This intern will work with the four professional staff of the
Washington Office in a shifting mix of tasks that include helping to
cover conferences, congressional hearings, and a variety of meetings in
Washington DC; helping to provide hospitality and information to
visitors and groups that come to the office; outreach by phone, letters,
and electronic means to members, congregations, Conferences and
Associations, constituencies, and other settings of the United Church of
Christ; assisting in various programs and activities, including a large
ecumenical conference called Ecumenical Advocacy Days; outreach to youth
and young adults within the United Church of Christ; and in other work
of the Washington Office.

Factors to be considered in choosing an intern include educational
experience, participation in justice and peace activities, communication
skills, and familiarity with the United Church of Christ.

Any person with at least two years of college experience may apply.
Preference is given to those will college degrees and graduate
experience or degrees.

Completed applications are due electronically by May 31, 2007. They
must be sent by email to Pat Conover, Minister and Team Leader, Public
Life and Social Policy Team, Justice and Witness Ministries, United
Church of Christ, at conoverp@ucc.org. Applications should include a
cover page, a description of educational and work experience, a
description that shows familiarity with the United Church of Christ, and
a list of three references.

The total compensation package will be between $25,000 and $30,000 a
year based on experience.

It is expected that the decision will be made by June 30, 2007.

Open and Affirming Ministry in the United Church of Christ

Open and Affirming Ministry in the United Church of Christ

Open and Affirming Coordinator will focus on capacity building,
administration, education and pastoral care with UCC congregations, ONA
settings and ONA Consultants.

The United Church of Christ Coalition for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and
Transgender Concerns advocates for the full inclusion of LGBT people and
their families into church and society and carries the affirming message
of love and justice for all people. Rev. Ruth Garwood, a Union alumna,
is the National Coordinator of The Coalition.

This is a three-quarter time position, with full benefits. Prefer
Cleveland area resident, with extensive travel availability.

For more information, go to
http://www.ucccoalition.org/resources/jobs.html

Choir Director

Choir Director

Our progressive and music cherishing community seeks a dynamic and
experienced choir director for our diverse music program. We are a
church that sees music as a path to the Sacred-- as an invitation to the
vibrancy of loving community. The ideal candidate will be excited about
rejuvenating our adult choir of 16 voices and nurturing our children\'s
and intergenerational choirs. He/she will also welcome the opportunity
to collaborate with our fine pianist/organist and our many eager
volunteer musicians.

Contact Information:
Send resumes to:
Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church
70 West Emerson Street
Melrose, MA 02176
Attention: Dan Griscom, Music Committee Chair

E-mail: griscom@suitable.com
Link:

http://www.melroseuu.org/about_us/job_openings.html#choirdir

Senior Pastor

Senior Pastor

Principal Function: Christ the King Presbyterian Church in East Boston is a church of Brazilian immigrants, therefore we would prefer candidates to also be either immigrants or first generation Brazilians. Portuguese language skills and Brazilian cultural knowledge are necessary. The Christ the King Senior Pastor leads the ministry in its mission of helping a community of believers discover and become devoted followers of Jesus Christ. This includes invitations to learn about Christ, finding ways to serve God, and reaching out to our community with God's love. Specific responsibilities are spelled out below. Purpose of Position: The Senior Pastor serves students directly and works with the ministry leaders to develop a cohesive vision and set of goals for the church. The Senior Pastor should conduct his ministry by preaching, teaching, and regularly visiting members of the church. Implementing and evaluating church activities is necessary part of this position.

Qualifications: 1) A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a call to church ministry. A leader with the character qualities, Christian lifestyle, and spiritual gifts described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. 2) Seminary education and at least five years relevant church experience 3) Leadership skills to recruit, train and guide leaders 4) A team orientation with the ability to communicate well and work collaboratively with all levels of leadership. Responsibilities: The Senior Pastor reports to the congregation and is responsible to submit plans and progress reports. This person relates closely with the Church Council and the PCA. This is a full-time salaried position.

Contact Information:
Pollyanna Soares
Youth Pastor
617 294 0697

E-mail: pollyanna.soares@gordon.edu
Link:

Senior Minister

Senior Minister

We are seeking a dynamic leader to foster and grow a Christian environment while supporting a commitment to congregational governance. Must be able to preach to members of all ages in an engaging manner with relevance to the Bible and people's everyday lives. Must also support religious education programs, community outreach, pastoral care, counseling and church committees.

Located in southeastern MA, just minutes from Newport, Providence, Cape Cod and Boston, we are located in an area rich with history, educational, and recreational activities. Master's degree in related area strongly preferred; proven experience as a dynamic preacher, caring pastor and enthusiastic leader.

For more information, please visit us at www.fccfallriver.org., or apply to First Congregational Church * Search Committee, 21 June St, Fall River, MA 02720. If your skills and experiences match our profile, we would like to meet you!

Member NACCC

Contact Information:
First Congregational Church
co/ Search Committee
21 June St, Fall River, MA 02720.

E-mail: search@fccfallriver.org
Link:

www.fccfallriver.org

Membership Development Coordinator

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Membership Development Coordinator

We are seeking an outgoing, creative, organized person to help
integrate guests and new members into our growing urban liberal
religious community. If you like meeting new people, and have the
organizational and communication skills to maintain contact with many
people, discover their needs and abilities, and connect them with
others, this ten hour per week position will offer you a cooperative
venture within a community that matters.

Primary Responsibilities:
Work with others to collect information about members and visitors to
the church, and develop an accurate database of contact and
skill/interest information. Make active use of this information to
maintain connection with these new friends and church members so that
you can help them learn about our community and find a place here for
themselves and their families.

Skills Needed:
o Excellent ability to understand and communicate with people of
widely varying backgrounds. Good writing as well as verbal skills.
o Administrative and management skills that include the ability to
work independently as well as cooperatively. Strong delegating
instincts, patience, good humor, and a talent for training are helpful.
o Computer literacy: knowledge of Microsoft Word and demonstrated
database knowledge (or willingness to learn).

Contact Information:
Salary/hours:
The position pays $18/hour for ten hours per week for 37 weeks
beginning in mid-September through the end of May. A total of $6660
paid bi-weekly. Actual allocation of hours is expected to vary through
the church year and will include some Sundays. There are no fringe
benefits. This position reports to the Minister and will be
periodically reviewed. We expect this to be part of a two year
undertaking with changing responsibilities as you are able to develop
and delegate procedures. For a full description go to
www.walthamuu.org.

Application:
Please send a letter of interest and resume to The First Parish in
Waltham, 50 Church Street, Waltham, MA 02452 ATTN: Membership
Development or
wauu-office@verizon.net SUBJECT LINE: Membership Development position

E-mail: riverviews@comcast.net
Link:

www.wathamuu.org

Church Secretary

Church Secretary

Part-time position (12-15 hours/wk, flexible over 3-4 days) Small
friendly
American Baptist/United Church of Christ/United Methodist church
looking for
a secretary/receptionist. Position available early May. Applicants
should be interested in using
their gifts with people and computers. Please send resume to The
Federated
Church of Ayer, 21 Washington St., Ayer,MA 01432 978/772-2044
attn: Rev. Dr. Priscilla Denham

Christian Formation Director

Christian Formation Director

Coordinate program for children pre-K through 7th grade in a small
parish in Newton Highlands. Six hours a week, including 3 hours Sun.
morning (9-12 noon) and 3 hours prep time during the week, which can be
done from home or in church office. $20/hour; late August through
mid-June. A good parish opportunity for a seminarian. No benefits other
than friendly, healthy parish relationships and nice children!

Contact Information:
Episcopal Parish of St. Paul
1135 Walnut St.
Newton Highlands, MA 02461
617-527-6642

E-mail: stpaulsnewton@verizon.net
Link:

www.stpaulsnewton.org

Executive Director, Shaw Community Ministry

Executive Director, Shaw Community Ministry

Small non-profit offering programs for low-income youth and families in
inner-city Washington DC seeks a dynamic executive director to be
responsible for creating and implementing programs, fundraising, and
coordinating volunteers. SCM, an urban ministry of the United Church of
Christ, makes its programs available on a non-sectarian basis. Clergy
and lay applicants will be considered, as will those seeking substantial
part-time as well as full-time work.

Contact Information:
Executive Director Search, Shaw Community Ministry, 1718 7th Street NW,
Washington DC 20001, or bmcdowell2@mac.com.

E-mail: bmcdowell2@mac.com
Link:

www.shawministry.org

Evangelism and Formation Coach

Evangelism and Formation Coach
Position Description

Grace Church in Norwood, Grace Church in N. Attleboro, and Trinity Church in Wrentham received a congregational development grant to help them to deal with the growth in their parishes. Most of the growth that these three parishes have been seeing is families, with children still at home. Because of that, the Sunday School and youth programs have been stretched. A portion of this grant is allocated to hire someone to serve as a coach to the three parishes in these areas. It is our hope that many of the activities can be done jointly.

Requirements
Good organizational and communication skills
Understand the difference between Christian formation and traditional Christian education
Dynamic personality who enjoys playing
Computer literate (email, word processing, web searches)
Creative and innovative
Genuinely enjoys children and youth
Experience in leading Sunday Schools and/or youth groups
Episcopalian preferred; other denominations will be considered, with commitment to learn, respect, and engage in Episcopal formation, liturgy, and theology
Team Player
Have attended or willing to attend Diocesan Safe Church Training
A CORI Background Check
Valid driver's license

Desirable Skills
Familiarity with Godly Play and Journey to Adulthood
Experience leading youth retreats and directing service projects
Knowledgeable about current trends in Christian formation
Bachelor's degree

Duties to Include:
Assist with and support each parishes' formation programs and events, including:
Sunday School (including Godly Play)
Youth Groups
J2A, Rite 13, YAC Pilgrimage (Fundraisers)
Service Projects
Confirmation Classes
Yearly Planning Activities
Facilitate communications among:
Teachers and families
Sunday School and parish at large
Three parishes
Using email, phone calls, and newsletters
Coach, train, and provide resources for teachers and youth leaders
Work with each parish on attracting new families, increasing the numbers of children in Sunday School and youth programs, and retaining students
Help each congregation to find ways to get parents of children and youth (and the whole congregation) more involved in children's and youth activities
Help to plan and carryout inter-parish events, such as
VBS
Palm Saturday
Youth Retreats
Service Projects

As Time permits:
Help the congregations to find ways to connect church activities with home life
Help to evaluate and provide resources for kid and youth-friendly Sunday services
Raise awareness in the congregations by assuming a leadership role in parish liturgies
Help Sunday Schools incorporate more music and singing in curricula

Work Schedule
The position is a 20 hour/week position, $20/hour. The hours include both time spent in each parish and preparation time. For the communication and preparation time, the person may work from home.
This position is a 42-week/year position, beginning August 1, 2007, and ending late May, with one week off at Christmas.
The coach would be present on Sunday mornings for each parish one time/month. These three Sundays would be scheduled in consultation with the three parishes.
The coach would meet regularly with the three rectors of the parish for supervision.

To Apply or For Further Information, please contact:
Ms. G. Sharpe
Grace Episcopal Church
104 N. Washington St.
N. Attleboro, MA 02760
Sharpy1957@comcast.net
508-695-5471

Minister of music

Minister of music

Minister of music will be responsible for organizing music for church
hymns and working toward rejuvenating the gospel choir for Bethel
African Methodist Episcopal Church, the only African American church in
Plymouth Ma.

Contact Information:
Pastor Barbara J. Simmons
617 645-6507

E-mail: BSimmons@csrox.org
Link:

Child Care Job

Child Care Needed

I'm looking for part-time child care in Newton Centre. The hours would
be
Monday through Friday from 3 - 6:30 pm, with occasional evenings or
weekend
hours (optional). I am looking for a non-smoker with child care
experience,
and access to a car. Email **newtonmom1@gmail.com*
<newtonmom1@gmail.com>*for additional information. Thank you!

Associate Minister

Associate Minister

Including the range of preaching, teaching and pastoral care, this
position will also focus on such membership issues as attraction,
orientation into the communities life and leadership development.

Contact Information:
Jim Keck
First-Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC
Lincoln, NE
402.476.7565

E-mail: jim@firstplymouth .org
Link:

Brandeis University Voices of Praise Choir Director

Brandeis University's Voices of Praise gospel choir is seeking a
director to begin at the end of August or early September 2007. The
position entails: one 1.5 hour rehearsal at Brandeis once a week;
performances during Brandeis Protestant chapel services once a month;

and occasional intercollegiate concerts. Ideal candidates would
demonstrate skill with piano accompaniment and a cappella conducting,

as well as comfort with selecting and arranging music, representing a

variety of gospel styles, working in an interfaith environment, and
preserving the fun and spirit of gospel music. Stipend to be
determined.

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Kendra Harrison at

kdh@brandeis.edu. For more information, email kdh@brandeis.edu or call

(781) 529-6604.

Associate Pastor for Youth and Children

Associate Pastor for Youth and Children

Associate Pastor for Youth and Children (APYC): First Baptist Church of Reading, MA is seeking an APYC that will be dynamic, spiritually mature, relationship oriented Christian leader who has been called to nurture and develop ministries for the youth and children. The APYC will be responsible for developing new ministries or modifying current ministries relative to youth and children. Visit our church web site at http://www.fbcreading.org/ to obtain a full Position Description.

Contact Information:
To apply, submit a Resume and Cover Letter to Alice Falcone at "alice_falcone@hotmail.com". Resumes and Cover Letters may alternatively be mailed to:

First Baptist Church of Reading
Attn: Alice Falcone
45 Woburn St.
Reading, MA
01867

E-mail: alice_falcone@hotmail.com
Link:

http://www.fbcreading.org/

Religion Instructor / Director of Community Service Gr 9-12

Religion Instructor / Director of Community Service Gr 9-12

MOSES BROWN, a co-educational independent Quaker day school owned by
the New England Yearly Meeting of Friends, serves a culturally diverse
community from nursery through twelfth grade. Founded in 1784, and
located on the East Side of Providence, the school enrolls around 770
students in three divisions. There are 399 students in grades 9-12.

I. Responsibilities required for teaching classes

1. Two sections of religion, to include at least one section of
Religion and Society, our 9th and 10th grade required course, and one
upper level elective
2. Two preparations
3. A minimum of 30 students
4. Teach ninth grade service learning (minor) courses

II. Responsibilities required for Director of Community Service
1. Oversee, develop, and supervise Upper School Community Service
Program
2. Establish contacts with outside agencies
3. Work with student Community Service Board
4. Report to Head of Upper School on a regular basis
5. Attend regular Religious Life Committee meetings

III. Responsibilities required of all faculty

1. Advising (about 10 students), except for first year teachers
2. Attendance at assemblies, Quaker Meetings, forums, etc.
3. Attendance at faculty meetings and department meetings
4. Chaperoning student activities or social events
5. Supervisory tasks, as needed (e.g. student center duty during
the academic day)
6. Meeting individually with students needing extra help
7. Meeting with advisors and/or parents of students as needed
8. Grades, writing comments, interim progress reports, advisor
letters, college recommendations, and transfer recommendations

Contact Information:
Contact: Send Cover Letter/resume to James T. English, Head of the
Upper School / Assistant Head, Moses Brown School, 250 Lloyd Avenue,
Providence, RI 02906

E-mail: jenglish@mosesbrown.org
Link:

www.mosesbrown.org

Youth Pastor/Director of Youth Ministry

Youth Pastor/Director of Youth Ministry

Youth Director/Pastor Job Opportunity

Mayflower Congregational Church seeks a full time, salaried Youth Director/Minister who is passionate about working with 6th-12th graders as they continue to develop their spiritual selves. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and inter-personal skills and a proven track record of successfully interacting with and mentoring middle and high school youth.

Our congregation is increasingly optimistic and excited about our future and the positive impact we can make. A big reason for this optimism and excitement is our mandate to develop an already fine youth program into the finest program of its type*our Youth Director/Minister will lead us in that effort.

We invite interested Youth Director/Minister candidates to download an application (www.mayflowerchurch.org) and to complete and submit it, along with a resume and/or pastoral profile.

We also invite you to learn more about us and the position by visiting and/or downloading our Church Information Brochure.

Contact Information:
via traditional mail to: Mayflower Congregational Church: Attention Youth Director/Minister Search Committee, 2345 Robinson Road, Grand Rapids, MI 49506 or via e-mail to: sstoddard@mayflowerchurch.org

E-mail: lynn@ymarchitects.com
Link:

www.mayflowerchurch.org