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Position: Coordinator of Christian Education

 

First Congregational Church

58 N. Main St.

Canandaigua, NY 14424

 

Part-time, Salaried Position

14-16 hours per week

 

Begin: End of Summer 2010

 

Resumes by: March 22, 2010

to 58 N. Main St.

or

fcccan@frontiernet.net

 

The First Congregational Church

www.canandaiguachurch.org

 585/394-2184  585/394-2184

Email or call for a copy of the position description

Posted: March 10, 2010

 
 
                                                                                                
Penfield Presbyterian Church
Faith Development Leader
Interim Part-time.
 
Faith Development and Christian Education for all ages is an important component within the mission and ministry of Penfield Presbyterian Church. The position of Faith Development Leader includes the activities necessary to provide meaningful and coordinated Christian Education experiences to the congregation, especially the children and their families.
 
Summary of responsibilities: 
Provide guidance and leadership for Sunday faith development programs for children and youth.  
 
Develop positive relationships with children and families.
 
 Actively recruit volunteer teacher/leaders for ministry to the children and youth. Support teachers and
provide training and/or resources to enhance programs.
 
 With the Christian Education (CE) Ministry Team research, select and provide curriculum for Sunday
children and youth programs throughout the year.
 
 Facilitate the formation of small group opportunities for Youth and Adults. Actively support the ongoing vitality of the small groups. Identify and facilitate opportunities to collaborate with other churches.
 
Work with the Ministry Teams and Pastor to plan and prepare special events and activities in accordance with Session objectives for the ministry of the church.
 
This is an Interim Part-time position. Approximately 15 hours/week. As the mission and ministry of the church evolve, it is anticipated the position of Faith Development Leader will evolve in a like fashion. We are a church in transition and we are eager for dynamic leadership in this position.
 
Active Christian faith and ability to nurture others on their faith journey are vital. Relevant experience is essential and degree or formal education is preferred. Enthusiasm, organization skills, and sense of humor are also important traits. 
 
Please forward letter of interest and resume to: ppcadmin@rochester.rr.com
or reply to:
 
Penfield Presbyterian Church
1881 Jackson Rd.
Penfield NY 14526
585-377-1620
                                                                    
                                                                
                                                                                                                                              
                                                                                                                                                                                         
Salem United Church of Christ
114 Morgan Street
Tonawanda, NY 14150
                                                                                                                                                          
Title: Associate pastor
Type: Full Time
 
 
Position Description:
Seeking an associate pastor in a church developing new programs of outreach and evangelism.
Shared responsiblities will be in worship, Christian education, and pastoral care with a willingness to help develop new programs of outreach. He/she will work with a pastor whose passion is reaching the unchurched with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
 
Church Description:
Salem is a large conservative orthodox church out of the German Evangelical tradition in the United Church of Christ. That theological tension makes it difficult to fill positions through the UCC network. Salem is located in a small city suburb of Buffalo. While its recent history has been characterized by dormancy, Salem has considerable strength and resources and has been challenged to reach out with evangelism and mission. It is open to change and the new opportunities God will bring its way.
 
 
 
Church Information:
Salem United Church of Christ
114 Morgan Street
Tonawanda, NY 14150
USA
Phone:  716-692-3429  716-692-3429
Email: john@salemchurchny.org
Website: www.salemchurchny.org
Members: 925
Average Attendance: 275
 Contact Person:
John Tipton
Senior Pastor
Salem United Church of Christ
114 Morgan Street
Tonawanda, NY 14150
USA
Phone:  716-692-3429  716-692-3429
Email: john@johntipton.org

 

Rural and Migrant Ministry

Title: Coordinator
(part time)
Job Opening
 
           
Rural and Migrant Ministry (RMM) is looking for a progressive individual to direct
RMM's programs and organizational development in the western part of New York.
 
Formed in 1981, RMM is a state-wide multi-faith organization that stands as a committed ally with those who work for justice in the rural and farmworker communities of New York.    RMM is engaged in a ministry of justice and empowerment through three major initiatives: accompaniment, education and youth empowerment:
 
Accompaniment works to develop and connect allies from the faith community, students, and others with efforts for rural justice, empowerment, and leadership development.

Education is a key component to strengthen the leadership of rural and migrant people and their allies.    

Youth empowerment enables youth to have greater control of their lives as they explore and internalize the concepts of self‑worth, leadership and democracy.
 
This position is based in Brockport, NY (RMM’s main office is in Poughkeepsie) and is for twenty hours a week (flexible schedule).  For a full position description, please click here. 
Please send a letter of introduction and resume to:
            The Rev. Richard Witt, Executive Director
            PO BOX 4757
            Poughkeepsie, NY 12602
 
 
New Life Presbyterian Church

Director of Christian Education
Make a difference in children’s spiritual lives!
Support Sunday School and neighborhood outreach programs at a small, urban church. Responsibilities include program development, teacher training, curriculum selection, administrative support, and building relationships with children and their families.

Hours: 8-10 hours per week, including Sundays 9:30 – noon. Wednesdays 4:30 – 6:30 pm, occasional evening meetings, other hours flexible.

Qualifications: Experience working with children in paid or volunteer setting; desire to bring a diverse array of children to know God’s love.

Send resumes to: Vera Versteeg, New Life Presbyterian Church, 243 Rosedale St, Rochester NY 14620 or newlife@frontiernet.net.  585-473-1240  585-473-1240 .
Wesley United Methodist Church
2009 Dewey Ave
Rochester, NY 14615
Job Title:   Minister for Youth and Young Adults
 
Position Purpose: 
To lead and manage ministry programs for the Wesley Youth Group and Teen Center Outreach Ministries. Wesley currently serves 40+ youth and young adults, ages 21 and under.
 
Wesley seeks a person who has a solid understanding of the foundations of the Christian faith and United Methodist traditions (or a willingness to learn) combined with a strong desire to nurture young people in this Christian faith.  This person should have a high level of energy and an exciting, energetic and igniting personality with the ability to model Christ in all walks of life.
 
The Minister for Youth and Young Adults is a staff position accountable to the Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) of Wesley United Methodist Church and will be under the immediate supervision of the Senior Pastor and will report periodically to the Church Council.

Wesley seeks a person who will continue to carry on the established ministry programs, the Wesley Youth Group and the Teen Center Outreach Program with the assistance of the Youth Leader, as well as generate new ideas and ministry projects.
 
We are looking for a person who will work well in a multicultural and multigenerational environment and will nurture a spirit of unity throughout the entire congregation. This position requires a person who is a team player and has the ability to develop leadership skills with in the Wesley Youth group.
 
The position is salaried based on 20 hours per week and requires the person to be at Wesley on Friday’s from 5-10 pm and on Sunday’s from 9am – 1pm. The balance of the hours will include planning time as well as attending outside ministry events such youth gatherings or summer camp. 
To download a full description of this position, please click here.

 

 






   

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