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| August 2010 | Prescott |
| American Evangelical Lutheran Church MAP | |
| Associate Pastor Full-time with benefits | |
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General Description: Ministry of Word and Sacrament with special emphasis in education to children, youth, families, and men's or women's minitries. Parish duties as outlined in complete job description and as assigned by the Senior Pastor. Previous Work Experience Minimum 1 year in each of the following:
NOTE: Work experience may be fulfilled through seminary internship Education Requirements
Complete job description including key responsibilities is available by contacting the church office. Applicants should be prepared to submit a videotaped sermon (by DVD or online link) in addition to a resume and list of references. Contact: Kate Howell, Minister of Parish Life Email or call (928) 445-4348 | |
| July 2010 | Edgar |
| Hope Lutheran Church in Mission with Christ | |
| Full-time pastor | |
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We are a newly formed LCMC church that is seeking a full-time, experienced pastor to shepherd our growing rural congregation near Edgar, WI. We are worshipping in our own newly-remodeled building, with one service on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Our weekly attendance is approximately 125 people, with all ages represented. Our formal membership consists of about 60 family groups at this time, for a total of 158 people. At the present time, we are offering Sunday school, youth group, confirmation lessons, three Bible studies, and a women's group. We are an active, enthusiastic, welcoming group of people. Although we are in a lovely rural setting, we are close to larger towns with good medical facilities, shopping, and colleges. Resumes may be submitted by mail to PO Box 505, Abbotsford, WI 54405; by fax to 715-223-6991, or via e-mail to ststreck@ceas.coop. | |
| July 2010 | Mankato |
| Resurrection Lutheran Church of South Central Minnesota map | |
| Solo pastor | |
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Resurrection Lutheran Church is a Mission Congregation/Start-up currently meeting at the AmericInn Hotel and Conference Center (see map) | |
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| July 2010 | Hazen |
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| Position: Youth Director at Peace Lutheran Church | |
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Peace Lutheran Church of Hazen, North Dakota is seeking an individual for the position of Youth Director. This person will be responsible for the coordination of a congregationally-based youth program offered throughout the community, ecumenically to churched and unchurched alike. The mission of this program is to help youth become wide-awake and alive in Jesus Christ. For more information: | |
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| July 2010 | Rockton |
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| Position: Family Ministries Director / Associate Pastor of Family Ministries | |
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An outreach-oriented congregation in a growing community is seeking a high-energy person committed to Jesus Christ and the church, with a desire and ability to work with families, young adults, youth and children. Primary responsibilities include leadership and oversight of Junior and Senior High ministries, outreach to the community especially among young adults (20s to 30s) and educational ministries for children and youth through grade twelve. Individuals need not be ordained but preferably have related experience in one or more of these focus areas. Full job description available upon request. Send or email resume and cover letter by August 10, 2010 please. | |
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Contact: Interested candidates should contact Pastor Douglas Johnson | |
| June 2010 | Boerne |
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| Position: Full-time youth ministry director | |
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St. John Lutheran Church, 315 E. Rosewood, is seeking a full-time youth ministry director. This position requires leadership skills and dedication to sharing Christian faith among the young people of our community. Qualifications:
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St. John Lutheran Church is in Boerne, Texas and nestled in the heart of the Texas hill country, 20 minutes from San Antonio. Boerne is a growing community of over 9,000 people clebrating many multi-denominational activities. St. John Lutheran is blessed with a desire to serve and support the youth in our church & community. Over the years we have blessed and have been blessed by many active youth and parents. We want this beautiful Christian discipleship tradition to continue. | |
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Contact: Interested candidates should send resumes to Pastor Jeff's Email or fax it "attention Pastor Jeff" at (830) 816-6449. | |
| June 2010 | Bigfork |
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| Position: Full-time Senior Pastor | |
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Bethany Lutheran Church has an opening for a full-time Senior Pastor. We are in need of strong evangelical leadership in both the congregation and the community, growing our youth and young adult ministries, and increasing membership in the congregation. Our pastor should be solidly Bible-based with a personality that allows him or her to interact with parishioners, youth, and members of the community. He or she must give thought-provoking sermons and possess strong communication skills and expemplary moral values. He or she must be a strong leader and able to delegate responsibilities. He or she must be committed to growing and invigorating the church. Bethany Lutheran Church ended its affiliation with the ELCA in 2010 and is now affiliated with LCMC. Worship services are at 10:00am Sunday morning with Sunday School for youth and adults at 9:00am. Bethany offers three traditional liturgical services and one contemporary service monthly. A major remodeling of the church was completed in 2002; a youth and family center was completed in 2004. The church owns a parsonage within walking distance of the church. Bethany celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2006. “Joyfully reaching out to others by sharing the hope and love of Jesus Christ!” | |
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Contact: Interested candidates should contact Linda Dahlman | |
| May 2010 | Wilsonville |
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| Position: Director of Student Ministries and Community Outreach | |
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Community of Hope is an evangelical congregation in the ELCA located in a growing area south of Portland, Oregon. A key component of our vision is developing the faith of our youth and reaching out to unchurched families in our community though youth ministry. The Director of Student Ministries and Community Outreach will plan, lead, and grow the middle school, high school, and young adult ministries along with developing community outreach ministries. Candidates would have proven experience in youth ministries with a bachelors degree, along with an evangelical passion, mature faith, creative mind, servant heart, flexible attitude, and self-motivated spirit. This is a full-time position with medical/dental/pension benefits; salary follows synod guidelines. | |
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Contact: Interested candidates should contact Pastor Doug Adams | |
| May 2010 | Whitefish |
| Christ Lutheran Church map | |
| Position: Full-time Director of Youth Ministries | |
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Christ Lutheran Church (LCMC) is accepting applications for a salaried, full-time director of youth ministries. Christ Lutheran Church is located in a resort community with a church membership of 550+. The Director of Youth Ministries (DYM) is charged with building and leading a vibrant, comprehensive, Christ-centered youth ministry program for youth in grades 5 - 12, in accordance with CLC's mission. The DYM is a partner in ministry and prayer with the pastors and staff at CLC; leading and establishing teams of adults and youth and is actively involved with the youth at CLC and throughout the community. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree with training in youth ministry or equivalent experience. Interested persons should submit a letter of application, a resume, three letters of recommendation and references. A criminal background check will be part of the application process. | |
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Applications may be sent to Rich Dolven at:
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| April 2010 | Albuquerque |
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| Position: Associate Pastor | |
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Faith Lutheran Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico, will be calling a third associate pastor. This pastor will serve as managing director of the entire youth and young adult ministry department with supervisory responsibilities for the youth ministry staff and volunteers: This pastor will supervise the director of the Children of Faith School. He/She will lead the congregation's confirmation ministry. This pastor will share duties for hospital visits, home communions, baptisms, weddings and funerals with the other pastors on Faith's staff. He/She will also lead the weekly Sunday worship service for youth called "Ground Floor." Faith is a large and growing LCMC congregation with a strong commitment to mission, evangelism and discipleship. The congregation has established a second campus on the west side of the expanding metro area, www.faithabqwest.org. | |
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For more information you may contact Dr. Bruce Wilder, Senior Pastor, at bwilder@faithabq.org. | |
| February 2010 | Yoakum |
| Holy Cross Lutheran Church | |
| Position: Senior Pastor | |
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Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 605 South Highway 77A, Yoakum, TX 77995 — We are an established congregation in a small rural South Texas community. We are looking for a Senior Pastor to lead us in worship, help us to enhance our Christian Education and youth programs, and continue our strong ministry to the elderly of the surrounding community. | |
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Contact: Please send resumé in confidence to Gery Maneth, Church Council president, Email, or call (361) 293-6685. | |
| November 2009 | Hartland |
| Our Savior's Evangelical Lutheran Church | |
| Position: Lead Pastor | |
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We are: Bible Based, Saved by Grace, Serving with Jesus Every Place. We are a vibrant, sustainable church community which lives out the mission of Jesus Christ through Worship, Outreach, and Education. Located in the beautiful “Lake County Region” of southeastern Wisconsin, Our Savior's is searching for an experienced ELCA-rostered Pastor to help us learn and apply the Bible to our everyday lives, support Christ's mission, and enjoy Christian fellowship. We have over 800 baptized faith filled members. We live in a growing community with excellent schools and an abundance of family activities. Our church is attractive, financially sound, and positioned for growth. | |
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Contact: Please see our profile at www.oursaviorshartland.org, submit resumé and letter of interest to Carol Emmel, Call Committee Chairperson, W263 N6314 Ridge Dr., Sussex, WI 53089, no later than December 15th, 2009 or call Carol at 414-573-6088. | |
| November 2009 | Beaverton |
| St. Matthew Lutheran Church | |
| Position: Associate Pastor | |
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St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Beaverton Oregon is a faithful Lutheran Congregation in the ELCA that is devoted to the gospel and the authority of scripture. We are looking for a pastor to share preaching and teaching responsibilities. Our priority is to call a pastor that has a vibrant faith and a passion for ministry, but it is also our preference have another woman on staff, if possible. St. Matthew has a membership of 2,200 and hosts a strong WordAlone group. St. Matthew is also a member of Lutheran CORE. Mission, youth programs, Faith Formation, and a food pantry that serves 180 families a month are all vital parts of our ministry. | |
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Contact: The chair of the Call Committee with your inquires: Linda Sandberg. When you contact the church at 503-644-9148 you can talk to Pastor Jim Doherty or visit our website. | |
| May 2009 | Dodge City |
| Christ the King Lutheran Church | |
| Position: Pastor | |
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Our LCMC and ELCA congregation is searching for a full-time pastor. Dodge City is located in Southwest Kansas, a cattle and agriculture city. Christ the King is a church that has a long history in and outside of Dodge City. Presently we have one worship service per Sunday which changes from traditional (LBW or WOV) and blended. We are hoping for someone who can build on this beginning and continue to move us in a direction of keeping and creating an exciting worship experience. Musical talent would be a plus! We need a pastor who will minister with us and lead us in our growth in discipleship. We enjoy an Alpha course, youth ministry and small groups. | |
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Contact: Submit resumé and letter of interest to Philip Burney, Call Committee Chair, 1008 W Beeson Rd, Dodge City, KS 67801-5676 or call at 620-225-1293 | |
| April 2009 | Salt Lake City |
| Our Saviour's Lutheran Church | |
| Position: Pastor | |
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We are seeking to fill the solo Pastor position. Our Saviour's is a mid-sized, well established ELCA congregation with active Youth, Music, and Stephen Ministry programs. We are a diverse congregation in terms of age, occupations, worship traditions, and mission interests. We have Traditional and Contemporary Sunday Worship services, youth and adult Sunday School, and a mid-week Youth service. Our church facility serves as a Family Promise (Interfaith Hospitality) site. our members are involved in a variety of community activities and organizations. | |
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Contact: Dave Mulder, Call Committee Chair, at 801-485-9683 or 1755 East Stratford Ave., Salt Lake City, Utah 84106. | |
| February 2009 | Kellogg |
| American Lutheran Church | |
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Position: Youth Minister | |
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An LCMC church seeking a youth minister. | |
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Contact: Pastor Michael Birnbaum at 208-786-7791. | |
| October 2008 | Grafton |
| St. John Lutheran Church | |
| Position: Pastor | |
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We at St. John have entered into the call process to replace our retired Pastor. | |
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Contact: Call committee chairman, Pat Semple, at 262-618-4271. | |