Diocese of Texas, Houston, TX
Canon for Lifelong Christian Formation

The Diocese of Texas seeks a Canon for Lifelong Christian Formation, officing at the Diocesan Center, and working throughout the congregations and institutions of the diocese.  This is a newly created position, living into the vision articulated by the people of the Diocese of Texas. Resumes will be received from July 1, 2010 through September 15, 2010, with a target hiring date of January 1, 2011. Download the full position description and application information. Posted July 20, 2010.

Diocese of Central New York, Syracuse, NY
Formation Program Developer

The Formation Program Developer will report to the Bishop , provide periodic updates  and a final recommendation to the Commission on Ministry and Diocesan Board regarding the implementation of a Diocesan Formation vehicle that will equip all the baptized for ministry in the Central New York missionary context of this time in the 21st century.  The recommendation will be the result of a collaborative effort between the Developer and a team appointed by the Bishop. Applicants should send their resume to Kathleen D. McDaniel, Executive Assistant to the Bishop, no later than Monday, July 26th. Please include "Formation Program Director" in the email subject line. Compensation, including travel, will be negotiated, but stipend requirements are invited. Position description may be found here. Posted June 28, 2010.

St. Gregory of Nyssa Episcopal Church, San Francisco, CA
Youth and Family Minister

St. Gregory's vision for mission has always included a clear commitment to life long learning for people of all ages. We are committed to creating for children and adults a life-transforming and unforgettable sense of belonging, and an awareness of God's friendship active in their lives. Youth and family ministry is a strategy for faith formation and neighborhood outreach. God called the Church of St. Gregory of Nyssa into existence for the sake of those who have not yet come into our doors. Ministry with families and young people is one of the most important ways that we will live into this vocation in the years ahead. Our community has shared conversation regarding this new position and our shared wisdom has helped to clarify the scope of this work.

The Youth and Family Minister will work to:
 Encourage young people and their families on their spiritual journey;
 Ground young people and their families in a life of faith and mystery;
 Inspire young people and their families to ask authentic questions of the Christian faith;
 Nurture young people and their families as they make community together;
 Advocate for the unique needs of young people and their families in our parish;
 Empower parents in their vocation of spiritual care of their children;
 Wonder and inquire what it means to live in friendship with God and each other.

Full job description and application information may be found here. Posted June 23, 2010.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Glenside, PA is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic person to be a part-time Director of Faith Formation. St. Peter’s Episcopal Church is a vibrant parish in the heart of Glenside, Pennsylvania.We are a mid-sized church with an average weekly attendance of 140. We called a new Rector, Emily B. Richards, in July 2009 and are excited about our future together as priest and people.

Our ministry of faith formation is integral to our identity as a parish. Read our faith formation values on St. Peter’s website. Some of the programs we offer are Godly Play, Rite 13, J2A, and our own intergenerational program called Everyone Ed. We are looking for someone who can work alongside our rector and committed parishioners to help us revitalize a ministry with a strong foundation and deep roots. Click here for a full position description and application information. Posted June 17, 2010.

Resource Size Parish seeks mature person to lead our Christian Formation of Children and Families.  We are an Episcopal church with over 200 children and youth on our rolls.  We would be best served by an individual who has the right combination of spiritual gifts, maturity, ministry development, and dynamic leadership to build a coalition of adults that will support our growth.  The position will begin as part-time with potential to move to full-time.  Compensation will reflect the experience, gifts, and vision that you bring to our parish.  Job description can be viewed at our website.  Please forward your resume and cover letter, along with other relevant material, by June 25, 2010, to Kay Yntema-Gruner at with “Christian Formation” in the subject line. Posted May 28, 2010.

St. John’s Episcopal Church, Hampton, VA
Full-time Position with Ministry Focus on Christian Formation and Young
Adults

St. John’s Episcopal Church is an active, Eucharistically-centered parish celebrating its 400th anniversary and looking forward to continued, vibrant ministry in Hampton, Virginia.  We have an established ministry of Christian Formation for children and youth, an active youth group, and seek to develop a young adult ministry.

We are seeking a candidate (lay or ordained) who will bring an energetic faith and creativity to this full-time position. A final job description will be developed that best incorporates the gifts and skills of the successful candidate. Interested persons should send or email a letter of interest, resume and references, no later than June 15, 2010, to St. John’s Episcopal Church, 100 West Queens Way, Hampton, Virginia, 23669, or email. Posted May 21, 2010.

The Church of the Holy Nativity, Clarendon Hills, IL
Children and Family Minister (part-time)

The Church of the Holy Nativity seeks a vibrant part-time Children and Family Minister to support the faith journeys of children and their families. We seek a Children and Family Minister who can grow a ministry that nurtures the spiritual development of children and supports the spiritual needs of their families in a Christian environment with a modern Christian worldview of inclusivity and service. To be successful in this position, the candidate must have a heart for nurturing the spiritual lives of children of all ages; be skilled at building relationships with and supporting parents; be creative in developing ministry to families in our surrounding communities; and be organized and able to plan programs. A job description may be found here. E-mail cover letter and resume to The Rev. Aimée Delevett. Posted May 21, 2010.

St. Catherine's Episcopal Church, Marietta, GA
Director of Youth Ministries

St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church in Metro Atlanta is seeking a full-time Director of Youth Ministries. The person in this position will continue to develop our vital and comprehensive ministries with youth in grades 6-12 and young adults. The ideal candidate will be a college graduate, and will have a minimum of 2-5 years experiences in a related field. Knowledge of Journey-to-Adulthood Church School curriculum and music skill a plus. Interaction with all levels of Staff and Lay Ministers required. Position requires a strong Christian faith and high energy level. Deadline for application is June 1, 2010. Please send cover letter, resume, and references to: Search Committee, St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church, 571 Holt Rd., Marietta, GA 30068, Fax 770.971.0366 or email

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Tampa, FL
Part-time (25 Hours/week) Director of Christian Education

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, downtown Tampa, seeks energetic, creative person responsible for children’s and youth education program of parish; interpersonal and relational as well as the administrative skills for a volunteer-staffed Christian formation program in the Episcopal tradition.  Team player.  At least four years experience as Christian Education Director or comparable experience.  Resumes and communication (electronic preferred) to: The Rev. John Reese, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 509 E. Twiggs St., Tampa, FL  33602.  mailto:rector@saintandrewstampa.org  

Trinity Church, Copley Square, Boston, MA
Director of Children’s Ministries

Trinity Church is a vibrant and forward-looking Episcopal Church on Copley Square in Boston’s thriving Back Bay neighborhood.  The parish is searching for a full-time Director of Children’s Ministries to continue building our vital program of ministry to and with the children of the parish.  The Director of Children’s Ministries oversees and manages the Church School, the Nursery, and Family Worship. The position includes a competitive salary, benefits, and pension.  The Director works closely and collaboratively with the Assistant Rector for Children’s and Youth Ministries, and is supported by a team of dedicated teachers and parents, as well as the Children’s Ministries Committee.  The Director of Children’s Ministries reports to and is supervised by the Senior Associate Rector for Christian Formation.  If you are interested in this position, and feel yourself called to this work, please contact The Rev. Dr. William W. Rich, Senior Associate for Christian Formation. A position description may be found here.

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, High Point, NC
Director of Children's and Youth Ministries

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church is seeking a full-time Director of Children’s and Youth Ministries.  The DCYM will have oversight of Middle and High School Youth Ministry as well as birth to 12th grade Christian formation and education programs.  A competitive compensation package accompanies this position.
 
St. Mary’s is located in downtown High Point, the furniture capital of the world.  The parish has recently called a new Rector and will soon be calling an Assistant to the Rector, so the DCYM would join a newly formed team to help shape and support ministry at St. Mary’s.  The parish is healthy and growing and will soon break ground on a nine million dollar building campaign to house outreach, youth, education, and community life functions. 
 
The parish is highly supportive of children’s and youth formation and is thrilled to welcome a full-time program support person to assist them in the ministry they are already undertaking.
 
A position description may be found here.  Please call or email with any questions.  Send resumes and CDO profiles to:
The Rev’d David Umphlett
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church
108 West Farriss Avenue
High Point, NC 27262

The Parish of the Epiphany, Winchester, MA
Education Director

The Parish of the Epiphany, a vibrant and growing Episcopal Church in Winchester, Massachusetts, seeks to expand its professional team of lay and ordained leaders. We are accepting applications for the position of Director of Christian Formation. This 30 hour per week position will have primary responsibility for our children's Christian formation programs, and secondary responsibility with our adult program. Our middle school and high school youth programs are staffed by other paid and volunteer leaders. The successful candidate will enter a corporate culture which values Christian formation (there is a 50+ year tradition of excellence in this ministry area), and a staff structure that includes two full-time employees (the rector, who was called in September of 2009, and the sexton), and six less than full-time employees (the minister of music, an associate rector, a parish administrator, an office assistant, a bookkeeper, and a director of lay ministry). Epiphany is a wonderful place to work in which deeply committed lay leaders and competent paid staff work alongside each other to achieve Christ's mission to make disciples. The full job description may be found here.

Episcopal Campus Ministry at Towson University,Towson, Maryland
Campus Minister

The board of ECM is looking for a lay person to develop and expand new models of ministry at Towson University. This is an opportunity to interact with students, faculty and staff in a stimulating academic setting. Must have knowledge and personal experience of the worship and tradition of the Episcopal Church, familiarity with the Bible, strong and open spirituality, and a Bachelors degree. This opportunity is a year round position averaging 15 hours a week. $15,000/yr (no benefits). For further information and/or application, please contact Alex Storrs. Deadline for submission of all materials is May 15 2010. Job description may be found here.

All Saints Episcopal Church, Chevy Chase, Maryland
Director, Children's Ministries

All Saints Episcopal Church in Chevy Chase, Maryland is looking for a full-time lay Director of Children's Ministries.  Located in the Diocese of Washington, All Saints is a bible-based parish seeking a creative leader with energy and strong management skills.  Covering nursery through 5th grade, our children's ministries currently include Sunday school, the newly launched Kid's Church, Vacation Bible School, and other special activities. Building a strong program, caring for our families, and coordinating volunteers are critical aspects of this position. Degree in education or ministry and leadership experience preferred. For more information or to send a resume please contact The Rev. Alex Large or call 301-654-4502.

The Episcopal Church of the Ascension, Hickory, NC
Director of Children and Youth Ministry (full or part time)

Childrens Education: Responsible for Sunday school for 3 year old through high school grade. Youth Group: Support of young people on their individual spiritual journeys. Currently have three youth groups:  Little Folks, Middle School, and High School.  Leading weekly youth group meetings. Leader discernment, recruitment, training and support of youth and adult leaders to help with youth group. Organizing/Facilitating group events including, retreats, mission trips, and other trips. Special Events Organizing, seasonal events for children and youth; Promoting and co-ordination of the involvement of children and youth in diocesan events: including but not limited to Camp Henry, Diocesan Youth Events, and joint programs within the deanery. Liturgy: Work with Rector to find ways to incorporate children and youth into Sunday Liturgy. Administration: Oversight of Budget for Children and Youth Ministry. Ordering supplies, curriculum, resources, and equipment. Working with parish secretary on the co-ordination of all mailings regarding youth and children events. Other general administrative work. Other: Pastoral care to families as appropriate. Articles about youth and children ministry activities for newsletter, bulletin, and webpage.

Possibility of splitting the position into two half time positions: Director of Childrens Ministry (pre k-grade 5) / Director of Youth Ministry (grade 6-12) (20 hours each). Salary, pension, and health insurance for full time position. Salary and pension for half time positions.Bachelor Degree Preferred. Knowledge of Episcopal Church and Musical Abilities a plus. To learn more contact The Rev. Karla Woggon.

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Newport News, VA
Youth Director (full-time)

Episcopal Church community seeks Christ-centered, organized, creative, energetic team player for full-time Youth Director position.  Applicants must have a calling to serve teens and pre-teens and the ability to relate to youth in a contemporary and relevant way.  A joyful heart, a lively Christian faith, and abilities to plan, communicate, and administer and teach are all necessary skills.  Musical abilities are helpful, but not mandatory.

The successful candidate must be willing to nurture our youth employing a theology and practice consistent with the beliefs and traditions of the Episcopal Church.  The Youth Director will support the youth ministry at St. Andrew’s by building relationships with both the youth and adults, modeling a Christian lifestyle and attitude, creating and leading ministry events and fellowship opportunities, and becoming actively involved in the life of the Church. Click to read the cover letter and job description.