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Rostered leaders applying for positions at the churchwide office
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office.)
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the Lutheran School of Theology at
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Career Opportunities at Luther Seminary
Vocational Opportunities (ELCA college and university position postings)
Posted May 12, 2008
Position Title: Director of Youth Ministry (part-time)
Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church, an active, vital congregation in the western suburbs of Chicago seeks a part-time Director of Youth Ministry (DYM). Faith has a long tradition of excellence in and a strong congregational commitment to youth ministry. The DYM will:
- work as a part of a ministry team
- will have primary responsibility for senior high programs
- provide leadership training for youth and adults
- take a relational approach to youth ministry
- encourage and facilitate involvement of youth in entire congregation
- provide opportunities for youth to grow in faith and in their calling as servants
College degree required; training in youth ministry desired. In addition to strong relationship skills, the DYM should also be skilled in planning, administration, and leadership. The position is ¾ time; salary is negotiable. Résumé’s may be submitted by US mail or electronically to Pr. Heidi Johns, pastorhjj@faithonline.org, or Faith Ev. Lutheran Church, 41 North Park Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, Illinois, 60137, Resumes must be received by June 15, 2008
Posted April 18, 2008
Position Title: Community Programs Manager
Concordia Avondale Campus is a nonprofit organization serving children,
teens, adults, and seniors on Chicago’s northwest side. We are seeking a
Community Programs Manager who will be responsible for developing and
managing Concordia’s community programs for teens, adults, and seniors.
You will help identify and develop relationships with partner
organizations, develop programs and activities, lead marketing and
outreach, and schedule staff, volunteers and outside contractors to
deliver the programs. The Community Relations Coordinator develops and
initiates an agency community relations plan which increases outreach
efforts and community involvement in key market areas as determined by
the strategic marketing plan, and to effectively communicate the
Concordia Avondale Campus mission to the public. Responsibilities also
include managing financials and to help pursue funding.
This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits
requiring a minimum BS degree with experience in new program
development, staff and contract management. If you have experience and a
passion for community service, in a faith-based environment, we’d like
to talk to you. Please e-mail your cover letter and resume to
jobs@concordia-chgo.org.
Visit our Web site for further information about our organization at
www.concordia-avondale.org.
Posted April 18, 2008
Position Title: Director of Contemporary Music Ministries
Christ
Lutheran Church (41 S. Rohlwing Rd., Palatine, IL 60074-6459) is looking
for a director of contemporary music ministries. This is a
part-time, year-round salaried position. Responsibilities include
directing the praise band at the Sunday morning contemporary service, at
least one weekly rehearsal with the band, selecting music, and
scheduling special performances or events. The worship space has a new
sound system, equipment, and words and graphics projection capabilities.
Christ Lutheran Church has committed and talented musicians and an
abiding interest in keeping our contemporary music ministry current and
well-coordinated with our worship needs. We are looking for a person who
has the musical skills necessary to teach parts, organizational and
administrative abilities and positive people skills. Performance
experience is a plus, but not necessary.
Call the church office at 847-358-4600 to request a copy of the
complete job description and/or an application, or you may e-mail a
cover letter and resume to
clcpalatine@sbcglobal.net.
Posted March 24, 2008
Position Title: Youth Minister and Christian Education Director
Lutheran Church of All Saints, 5800 State Park Rd., Fox Lake, IL 60020, seeks a person to expand and promote youth ministry and Christian education, specifically to work with middle and high school youth, as well as to expand educational offerings to all ages. The position is full-time (40 flexible hours per week), and offers opportunities for growth and sharing. See www.allsaintsfoxlake.org for full job description and compensation package. A full background check is required. Application deadline is May 30, 2008.
Posted
March 20, 2008
Position Title: Parish Musician
Opening
for Parish Musician. Duties and Salary Negotiable. St. Barnabas Lutheran
Church, 8901 S. Cary-Algonquin Road, Cary, IL. Contact Roger Brock at
(c) 630-284-9455 or (h) 847-462-0649. Northern Illinois Synod.