Youth and Family MinistryDirector of Youth and Family Ministries - Advent Lutheran Church, Maple Grove, (FT). Facilitate growth in Chrisitian faith and mission among high school youth and their families. Responsibilities: oversee weekly youth-oriented worship service (The Word); maintain relationships with youth and their families through one-to-one conversations or electronic communications; oversee small groups (cell groups) of youth; organize, plan, and lead retreats and service and learning trips and associated fundraising; recruit and train volunteers to assist with these activities. Requirements: bachelor's degree in Education or related field or equivalent experience. Prior Christian education facilitation experience. Commitment to Christ. Passion for understanding, mentoring, and educating teens. Strong communication skills. See complete job description on our website: www.adventlutheran.com. To apply, send resume and cover letter by e-mail or snail mail to the pastors: Morris Wee and Tim Tengblad, 9475 Jefferson Highway, Maple Grove, MN 55369. 07/06/10 Director of Youth and Family Ministries - Celebration Lutheran Church, Sartell, MN, (32hr/wk). We welcome a person who demonstrates a strong commitment to Christian Faith and Lutheran doctrine. Applicants must have a passion to energetically lead and motivate both youth and parents in their Christian walk. Proven communication and organizational skills, a college degree and experience working with youth in grades 9-12 are crucial. Celebration is a vibrant and growing fellowship of 2,200+ members surrounded by the flourishing Minnesota communities of Sartell and St. Cloud. Sartell is a suburb of 15,000 within a community of 150,000 located one hour northwest of the Twin Cities. This is an exciting time for our church, as God is blessing us with more and more people seeking to worship and be active in our faith community. We believe our Youth and Family Ministries significantly enrich Celebration’s tradition of guiding young people and their families in Christ-centered lives of celebrating, growing and serving in God’s name. For consideration as a candidate for this position, submit your resume and cover letter by July 6 to: Pastor Elizabeth Strenge, 320-255-0488 ext. 102. 5/24/10, updated 6/28/10 Youth/Adult Program Director - Green Lake Lutheran Ministries, Spicer, MN, (FT). Green Lake Lutheran Ministries has an immediate opening for a Program Director with vision and energy to wear “multiple hats” and lead our youth camping and adult retreat ministry programs. Ideal candidate will understand program trends, have a clear vision of the strategic opportunities and understand the importance of making things happen. If you are a Christian progressive thinker and team player that can guide and motivate your staff by example, we want to talk with you. Successful programming experience and a bachelors degree are required for this position. Priority consideration given to applications received by July 9. Please send resume to: Dave Eliason, Executive Director, Green Lake Lutheran Ministries, 9916 Lake Avenue South, Spicer, MN 56288; or camp@gllm.org. No phone calls please. Job description available at www.gllm.org/PDF/programdirector.pdf. 06/24/10 Director of Youth Ministry - Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Dassel, (FT). Gethsemane Lutheran Church is a growing congregation in a growing community looking for someone who will lead us in our effort to have an impact on youth and their families through building a ministry which will fulfill our mission "To welcome, inspire and equip youth to live Christ-centered lives." We have a strong volunteer base in place and have a history of making youth and family ministry a high priority. Dassel (http://www.dasselenterprisedispatch.com/) is a family friendly community near the Twin Cities with numerous recreational opportunities (lakes and trails). We're excited about having our staff person participate in the local (Dassel-Cokato) network of youth ministry leaders. We're looking for a strong leader who is a self-starter, is people-oriented and able to organize multiple ministry teams of volunteers for the various programs, events and activities that make up our youth ministry and Bible Camp programs. Email Resume to gethsemanelcyouth@hotmail.com. 6/07/10 Director of Youth Ministries - Grace Lutheran Church, Andover, (FT). Grace Lutheran Church is looking for a Director of Youth Ministries to support the church’s vision and mission. Connecting, growing, equipping and serving within the Lutheran identity are core values of the church. Grace is a vibrant, community partner in Anoka County and recently completed a year-long envisioning process to set strategic objectives and goals for the future. Spiritual formation is a high priority, with all departments focused on how best to help members and attenders grow deeper spiritually no matter where they’re at on their spiritual journey. The Director of Youth Ministries will have oversight of all programming for the 6th – 12th grade youth of the church, and must have a proven track record of developing lay leadership teams that include both adults and youth. Success will be measured based on effectiveness in engaging and empowering lay leaders to own and implement youth ministry programming. Candidates must have a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ. To apply, contact Chris DeGraff at 763-421-6520. www.graceandover.org. 6/03/10 Youth and Family Ministry Team Member - Sr. High Focus - Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, Prior Lake, (FT). This Youth and Family Ministry Team member will work in collaboration with the Director of Youth and Family Ministry to provide and facilitate the middle and high school grade ministries and programs of the church, as well as collaborate with the Children’s Ministry Team, this position will specifically focus on 9th through 12th grade ministries. Inquires and resumes, contact Mark Halvorson, Youth & Family Ministry Leader, at 952-230-2909, or Becky Niederluecke, Personnel Team Member, at 612.599.8836. Complete job description at www.sollc.org. 6/03/10 Youth Ministry Director - Peace Lutheran Church, Bloomington, (FT). Peace Lutheran Church is looking for a Youth Ministry Director to support the church's mission; celebrating, growing, serving and sharing the Good News of God. This will be done by developing, coordinating and administering an effective and comprehensive ministry for the 7th-12th grade youth of the church and their families, developing relationships that deepen youth involvement in the congregation, and providing leadership to and supervision of staff members and volunteers involved in this ministry. Depending upon skills and interest, there may also be a music component to this position. The full job description is available at our website, www.peacebloomington.org under the youth tab. If interested please send a cover letter, resume and 3 references to Lori Thomson, lori.thomson@peacebloomington.org. 6/03/10 Director of Youth Ministries - Christ Lutheran Church, Blaine, (FT). Christ Lutheran invites applicants who care about connecting youth with Christ through the Word and relationships, joining people’s strengths to ministry, and teaming with staff and congregation to create a long term youth ministry with the support of associate pastor and adult volunteer leadership which is in place. Main responsibilities include handling the day to day operations of the high school and middle school ministries. Our position description will include competencies such as communication skiills, flexibility, relationship building, achievement oriented and self motivated. Please send cover letter and resume to Pastor Kjell Ferris, 763-784-3300. www.clcblaine.org. 6/03/10 Director of Youth Ministry - Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Circle Pines, (FT). We have an active, vibrant youth program that is a pillar of our 1,800 member congregation. We are seeking a person who affirms our church’s identity and mission - “created for relationship, called to serve.” This position requires an enthusiastic leader who has a passion for youth, is organized, and has the ability to recruit, equip, and mentor others. As Director of Youth Ministry, one must work well with other staff and congregation members. Candidates must have a four-year degree, additional training in youth and family ministry, and experience in youth ministry. Additionally, candidates should be rostered with the ELCA. The complete job description is available online at www.oursaviorsonline.org under the “Youth Ministry” tab. 5/24/10 Director of Youth Ministry - Nokomis Heights Lutheran Church, Minneapolis, (PT). Nokomis Heights Lutheran Church (ELCA) in South Minneapolis is seeking a Christ-centered person to reach out to youth and their families through activities that promote a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and involvement in the church. Our vision for youth ministry is “Called by God’s love, we GROW in faith, in relationships, in understanding, and in service.” Primary focus will be on grades 7-12, including planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities that promote faith development, such as confirmation, service projects, Bible studies, summer camping, mission opportunities, choirs, and retreats. Full job description available at www.nokomisheights.org. Interested persons should send a cover letter and resume by June 20 to Pr. Susan Debner at sdebner@nokomisheights.org. 5/18/10 Director of Faith Formation - Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church, Minneapolis, (FT). Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church is a community of faith of the ELCA being transformed by the Holy Spirit to live out the gospel of Jesus Christ in the world in word and action. The Director of Faith Formation position serves young people and adults as they learn, serve, grow, play and worship on their journey of faith. The role’s primary responsibilities are providing leadership, support and expertise to three ministry teams (education, service and connect). But supporting and encouraging other collaborative relationships will be vital to the position’s success. If you are interested in being a part of an evolving, dynamic community of faith in south Minneapolis, send cover letter, resume and three professional references to office@lakenokomis.org by May 31. Questions? Contact Pastor Drew Flathmann at 612-729-2323. 05/6/10 Summer Youth Activities Coordinator - Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, Brooklyn Center, (PT). Planning, organizing and leading activities, field trips and events. Promotion and follow-up of events. Sensitivity to cultural diversity is important. If interested call Mark at 763-232-6242 or email markhostetler@mac.com. 04/27/10 Associate Director of Youth and Family Ministry - House of Prayer Lutheran Church, Richfield, (PT). House of Prayer Lutheran Church is seeking a part-time Associate Director of Youth and Family Ministry to be responsible for giving structure and energy to a growing youth program, guiding our high school and post high school students in their spiritual formation, and reaching out into the diverse neighborhood of Richfield. Qualified candidates should have experience in youth ministry, a grounding in the ELCA church and Lutheran faith, maturity and leadership skills, and a developmental understanding of youth. A full job description is available at www.house-of-prayer.com. Director of Youth and Family Ministry - Prairie Lutheran Church, Eden Prairie, (FT). Responsibilities include leading Jr. & Sr. High Ministry as follows:
Qualifications include: bachelor’s degree required, M.A. preferred in Youth & Family Ministry or related field; two years experience in congregational youth ministry; strong Bible knowledge; musical proficiency preferred; strong communication skills; solid grasp of Lutheran theology; and computer Proficiency. Interested candidates may submit resumes to: Kris Kuderer at kkuderer@comcast.net or Prairie Lutheran Church, 11000 Blossom Road, Eden Prairie, MN 952-829-0525. 04/06/10 |
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