United Church of Chapel Hill is searching for a pastor to lead the spiritual formation of youth and their families. We are a progressive, LGBTQ affirming, and bilingual community for Spanish and English speakers. Our congregation worships in two services: Festival Worship featuring a program of choral music, preaching, and communion; and La Mesa, a bilingual service grounded in traditions of Liberation Theology. 

The Minister to Youth and Families will oversee a growing program of spiritual formation and community building for Middle School and High School students, including a program of confirmation to help young people discern how to affirm their Christian faith as young adults. We invite ordained ministers and those in preparation for vocational ministry to apply. 

A master of divinity degree is preferred. Conversational skills in Spanish would be a strength for this ministry. The position is full time. The annual salary is $54,000, with a generous package of retirement and health benefits. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to cbarr@unitedchurch.org. Apply by July 7, 2025 for priority consideration. More information at https://unitedchurch.org/careers/

The Development Coordinator plays a vital role in generating the funding that makes Reality Ministries’ mission possible. This position leads a comprehensive fundraising strategy and fosters meaningful connections with donors and supporters. Grounded in storytelling and relationships, this role offers the opportunity to share the powerful impact of our community and invite others into it. We’re looking for someone who is excited to be immersed in the Reality Ministries community, eager to communicate our mission authentically, and ready to help ensure the sustainability and growth of our organization.

As the Residential Care Manager at L’Arche NC, you’ll oversee the daily operations of our community home. You will train and supervise assistants, manage the house budget, coordinate healthcare for core members (adults with I/DD who live in the home), and help cultivate a warm, inclusive house culture. You will also serve as a bridge between the home and families, ensure compliance with policies, and occasionally offer direct support. Your interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills will help shape a house environment where everyone is welcomed, respected, and able to thrive.

The Director of Programs provides support to the Executive Director of Laity Lodge by collaborating on the creation, design, and support of programs, providing direction for all communication, branding, and merchandising efforts, and by offering strategic support to all arts initiatives. Learn more here: https://hebfdn.org/work-with-us/

The Director is responsible for bringing the mission and vision to life: 

Mission: The Lewis Center provides the knowledge and skills for clergy and laity to achieve the church’s mission creatively and faithfully in a fast-changing world. 

Vision: The Lewis Center equips clergy and laity to lead with excellence. 

Because of the critical need for leadership in the church, the Director is the primary face of the Lewis Center to its various external constituencies working with the President to build relationships with external partners (i.e., denominational leaders, pastors, key lay leaders, non-profit leaders, foundations, funders, etc.) and internal partners at the seminary. And so, the Director needs to bring national prominence in the field of church leadership and have strong ecumenical and Pan-Methodist connections. As an Administrative Faculty member, possess a terminal degree and/or equivalent standing as a recognized thought-leader who understands the challenges and opportunities of congregational life. 

The Director works closely with the President and Dean and the Lewis Center Steering Committee to set the strategic direction of the Lewis Center’s work with a focus on innovation that leads to a sustainable business model for the Lewis Center and the Seminary. The Director is responsible for managing and working collaboratively with a staff of six full-time and three part-time individuals in the development of Lewis Center projects and programs. These include: The Lewis Fellows leadership development program for outstanding young clergy The Church Leadership Doctor of Ministry tracks Ongoing research initiatives on changes in the religious workforce The Seminary’s Practice in Ministry and Mission field education program A growing array of online learning programs to prepare clergy and laity for effective ministry Online resources including the Lewis Center’s website (churchleadership.com), its weekly e-newsletter, Leading Ideas, biweekly Leading Ideas Talks podcasts, and an ever-growing presence on various social media platforms The Director works with the Center staff and the Seminary Admissions Office to recruit students for Lewis Center programs. The Director is responsible for securing and managing program and project grants and works with the President and the Development Office to identify, cultivate, and solicit major gift donors. 

Qualifications The following skills and abilities are essential for a successful candidate: Has excellent written and oral communication skills. Stays informed of current church and secular leadership trends. Creatively develops church resources and presentations. Is able to keep multiple initiatives moving forward simultaneously. Is responsive to customer needs related to current and new products and resources. Is skilled at cultivating writers and podcast guests

Bread Coffeehouse Staff members are campus ministers - they are the eyes, ears, hands and feet of Bread Coffeehouse communities. They consistently create spaces and opportunities for college students to experience and practice the way of Jesus together. They are great listeners and love cultivating and participating in holy conversations. 

Qualifications: - Is in agreement with Bread Coffeehouse’s statement of belief, mission, core values, behavioral covenant and philosophy of ministry. - Is committed to the Lordship of Jesus Christ, demonstrating mature Christian character, involvement in the local church and a clear calling to ministry. - Has ministry experience (college ministry preferred). Possesses a Bachelor’s degree and some theological training. 

Roles & Responsibilities: - Small Groups are Bread’s “main event”. Staff are responsible for warmly inviting students into small group environments that facilitate relationship, depth and growth - and ultimately point to Jesus. - Event planning & execution. Work as a team to deliver excellent and engaging weekly programming, retreats, partner events, love in action opportunities and more. Attend weekly tactical meetings. - Leadership Development. Staff work together to invest in students most involved in the Bread Community, creating opportunities for them to mature in their faith and take ownership of the ministry. - Outreach. Campus ministers will often meet students on the campus where they serve, attend sports events, arts performances, or distribute coffee on campus to connect with returning students, meet new students, and engage in the life of the university. - Hospitality. Bread campus ministers curate a sense of “home” in the campus house. When a student walks in, it’s the staff’s job to make it apparent that they are seen, known, and most welcome. The way to a college student’s heart is through love, acceptance, sweet treats and warm drinks. Occasionally this means cleaning a bathroom, cooking meals, and serving as a barista. - Fundraising. All Bread staff embrace the challenge of rallying partners (prayer, financial and volunteers) around the mission of reaching the next generation with the love of Jesus through hospitable community. Organizational Relationship & Expectations: - Bread staff members report to the location team leader and primarily serve students on their specific college campus. Staff are expected to develop ministry partnerships that help them reach full funding. - Staff are expected to operate with professionalism and integrity in their confidentiality, work ethic and communication with students, staff and ministry partners. - This is a year-round position. Often most of the student facing work happens between August and May, and the partner development work in June and July, with some exceptions. Practice healthy self-care, including Sabbath, as well as maintaining a passion for developing the next generation of Christian leaders, actively inviting them to engage in God’s global mission. - Lead by example through sacrificial service and intentional pursuit of discipleship relationships with students.

Interfaith Campus Minister CA House at UC Davis (aka The Cal Aggie Christian Association) is seeking a full-time Interfaith Campus Minister to join our vibrant, diverse, inclusive, progressive staff as we minister to college students from a wide variety of religious, socio-economic backgrounds, sexual identities, cultures and countries. In addition to serving as a progressive Christian ministry at UCD sponsored by the PCUSA, UMC, and UCC denominations, CA House has hosted an intentional Multi-faith Living Community (MLC) of approximately 40 students since 2008. Thus, our programming focuses on both Christian and Multi-faith formation, social and environmental justice, and building community while striving to meet the spiritual and basic needs of our students. CA House Mission Statement Rooted in a tradition of ecumenical, progressive campus ministry since 1916, the Cal Aggie Christian Association at UC Davis (CA House) serves the Christian student community through faith-based programs grounded in four basic values: community, faith, social justice, and sustainable living. In addition, situated in an increasingly diverse multi-faith environment, CA House embraces and serves students of all faiths and strives to promote interfaith dialogue and understanding. CA House offers a caring, inclusive community where all students can feel free to engage in open discussion and exploration of questions of faith (their own and others’), vocation, and personal identity and growth. CA House is committed to putting faith into action and actively seeks opportunities to promote peace and social justice. 

Position Summary The Interfaith Campus Minister (CM) is responsible for creating and maintaining the supportive community essential to achieving the organization’s mission. The CM is required to build working relationships with the professional and student staff at CA House, as well as with multiple constituencies including UC Davis departments, sponsoring denominations, and leaders of faith-based organizations and congregations. 

Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), the Interfaith Campus Minister has responsibility for programs, pastoral care, community relations, and, along with the staff and Board of Directors, execution of the organization’s mission. 40% Program Development and Implementation - Develop and implement a weekly Open Table Multi-faith Program in collaboration with the program staff, throughout each week of the Academic Year (Fall, Winter, Spring Quarters) - [If the CM is a Christian] Develop and implement a weekly progressive Christian Fellowship that features worship, open discussion, and multiple viewpoints throughout each week of the Academic Year (Fall, Winter, Spring Quarters) - Develop, implement, and maintain programming raising issues related to students' spiritual development and our core values: sustainability, social justice, community, and faith - In collaboration with community partners, develop and implement programs for the broader CA House community at least twice in the academic year. - With the Community Coordinator, plan 3 retreats each year for the MLC students - With the Community Coordinator, provide mentoring and supervision to paid student interns and student Community Advisors for leadership development 25% 

Ministerial Duties - Provide spiritual/pastoral care to students and other members of the academic community - [if the CM is Christian] Perform communion and baptism as requested - Provide mentoring/counseling of students in leadership development - Identify projects and provide students with opportunities to promote social justice and sustainable living - Along with the staff, provide community and interpersonal conflict mediation, oversight, and management 20% Campus/Church/Community Relations - In concert with the ED, serve as a spokesperson for CA House in the Davis and Sacramento communities - Maintain an active membership in UC Davis University Religious Council (URC) - Interface with Davis United Methodist Church (DUMC), Davis Community Church (DCC), and the UCC , as well as denominational higher education programs including but not limited to the United Methodist Campus Ministry Association, UMC Conference Board on Higher Education Ministries and General Board on Higher Education Ministries, UCC Council for Youth and Young Adult Ministries - Maintain a visible presence and engagement with Davis United Methodist Church and Davis Community Church - Maintain collaborative relationships with ministers of DUMC and DCC - Preach at partner churches when requested - Maintain collaborative relationships with Davis Interfaith Groups including but not limited to Celebration of Abraham, Davis Area Interfaith Leaders (DAIR) Network, Yolo Interfaith Immigration Network (YIIN), and Interfaith Housing Justice, Davis - When possible, welcome other entities to use CA House for spiritual development and social justice activities. 10% Board of Directors - Prepare quarterly written reports on CA House programs - Serve as a resource for identifying local, regional, and national trends that could impact our organization - Work alongside ED, staff, and Board of Directors to shape and implement the vision of the organization. 5% Other duties as requested 

Qualifications and Desired Experience • Knowledge of and specialized training in interfaith/multi-faith ministry • Desire to work with and minister to college students (both undergraduate and graduate) • Personal commitment to CA House’s core values: community, faith, sustainability, and social justice • Proven knowledge of LGBTQ+ ministry, experience, and theologies • Ability to work collaboratively with professional staff and student interns. 

We seek someone interested in sharing the load of ministry as a team, learning from each other, and setting an example of how we can embody multifaith living on a daily basis • As college students are nocturnal, the bulk of our programs happen in the evenings or on weekends, thus the CM must be comfortable with working at night several times each week during the school year, and leading overnight retreats on weekends • Masters in Divinity, Religion, or related field required; a unit of Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) is preferred 

Salary and Benefits: • Position is 11-months, salaried, full-time exempt • Annual Compensation: $68,640-$70,000 • Paid Employee Time Off (ETO) and holidays • Benefits (health and retirement) package available, to be negotiated depending upon denominational/faith tradition expectations • Continuing education fund 

If you believe you are called to be our next Interfaith Campus Chaplain, please email your resumé or CV, a cover letter, and the names of 5 professional references who have known you in a work or ministry context (with phone numbers and email addresses) to jobs@cahouse.org. Your application will be acknowledged by email. Applications are due by Friday, April 18, 2025 by 5 pm pacific time.

Who We Are: Chesterton House is an independent Christian study center founded nearly 25 years ago. We are strategically located next to Cornell University and an affiliated chaplaincy within Cornell United Religious Work. Chesterton House provides Cornell students with a comprehensive Christian college experience in a beautiful two-acre residential campus with a vibrant common life. Designated an Oases of Excellence in Higher Education by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni, Chesterton House is a recognized leader as an innovative campus ministry model. Our programming focuses on an intensive living-learning experience in an intentional Christian community combined with extensive academic and intellectual programs both on and off Cornell's main campus. Our high-intensity programming calendar reaches 5000+ attendees / year both in Ithaca and around the world through our virtual events. Programming focuses on the integration of faith and learning, moral formation and community building, and academic / intellectual development of the Christian mind, effectively akin to a small Christian college. The ministry aims to facilitate the discovery of the intellectual riches of the historic Christian faith, thereby empowering more faithful Christian living for students, staff, faculty, and alumni of Cornell University. Chesterton House has been the center of a Christian intellectual culture with a mission towards both equipping Christians to engage with cultural and intellectual challenges as well as speaking to a non-Christian context in a Christian voice. The organization has a long track record of engagement at high academic levels with numerous visiting scholars, including Alvin Plantinga, Miroslav Volf, Oliver O’Donovan, Stanley Hauerwas, Eleonore Stump, Carl Trueman, Abigail Favale, Sherif Girgis, Matthew Milliner, John Inazu, Ross Wagner, Wesley Hill, Kavin Rowe, Jonathan Tran, Jon Levenson, Brad Littlejohn, Sarah Coakley, Warren Kinghorn, Ruth Okediji, and many others. 

About The Role: Post-Doctoral Academic Associate Chesterton House seeks an in-person Post-Doctoral Academic Associate to further its mission to provide a Christian college experience for Cornell's community by facilitating the introduction of the historic Christian intellectual tradition. We provide up to a three-year postdoctoral position (assuming satisfactory progress reviewed annually) beginning July 1, 2025, with a combination of hands-on campus ministry work, teaching in the Christian intellectual tradition, and research. Designed to launch candidates into either academic or alt-ac/ministry careers (particularly in church and parachurch ministry), associates will be engaged in research for 20% of their time (one research day a week), given a research stipend to be used for travel and books, and be guided into setting a regular writing schedule with internal progress reviews to provide support and accountability. Chesterton House is an affiliate of Cornell University and because Associates are registered as associate chaplains, they are provided with access to Cornell's world-class library and research facilities. For 80% of their time, this position would be involved in a wide variety of teaching, administrative tasks, ministry, and chaplaincy work under direct supervision of our staff. This includes: Program management, planning, and implementation. Assisting our Executive Director and Academic Director in planning and executing our academic program. Supporting the innovative new curriculum being developed in our Logos Seminar, which introduces students to the moral theology in the classical Christian tradition and its critics in an atmosphere of challenging and charitable open inquiry. Serving as a TA and occasionally teaching modules as well as developing curriculum for Logos Seminar. (This would require engaging philosophy, Biblical studies, church history, and touching on empirical social psychology, economics, and other disciplines in an open ended manner.) Substantial student contact while preparing readings, leading discussions groups, occasional lectures, or moderation of panel speaker events. Building our network of global Christian scholars who visit both virtually and in person, providing guest lectures, panel discussion events, small group meetings, and other programming for a wide range of interdisciplinary senior scholars. Assistance running our Theological Society—an advanced undergraduate / graduate level working group. 

Duties include organizing paper presentations, selected readings, and visiting speakers (both virtual and in person). The Academic Associate will have the opportunity to present several works in progress themselves as well as soliciting other readings and original work in progress or recently published work in fields of theology, philosophy, Biblical studies, or cognate areas. 

Who We are Looking for: The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone pursuing academic excellence while also being eager to engage in daily, hands-on ministry. The organization is heavily team-oriented, unlike many more solitary academic environments, and requires a level of social energy, active team involvement, and commitment to have significant student contact outside of formal class settings. The chosen candidate will actively mentor students as part of our delegated pastoral care system. Candidate must embrace the religious mission of Chesterton House, including our Statements of Belief and Practice, and evidence a clear understanding of, and commitment to, excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service as well as the integration of Christian faith into their work. Candidate must exemplify humility and teachability to learn methodologies outside their specialty, and curiosity and intellectual breadth in advancing the mind and heart of the whole church, not merely within their specific disciplines. 

Starting Date, Location, and Hours: Role to start Summer, 2025 Chosen candidates must live locally near our campus in Ithaca, NY. (Relocation assistance available.) Must be willing to work irregular hours and weekends as necessary. Some work may be completed remotely. 

Required Qualifications: Must be 18 years or older. Must have a doctorate (PhD/DPhil, not D.Min) in fields including or adjacent to: theology, Biblical studies, philosophy, church history Must possess technological fluency and be able to run the technology utilized in our academic programming. Teaching experience and recognized outstanding teaching abilities. Must be willing to work as a team player and be adaptable to quickly changing priorities. Strong written and verbal communication skills and the willingness to communicate well with staff of varying levels. Must have excellent soft skills and a pastoral heart toward students and staff. Must be comfortable establishing relationships with highly esteemed scholars in many disciplines and with various theological backgrounds. Must be able to provide professional references and pastoral references from clergy or lay leaders. Agreement with Chesterton House Statement of Belief and Practice. Ability to work together across a wide variety of Christian denominational and doctrinal differences. A robust personal faith walk, demonstrated through private spiritual disciplines and active involvement in a local orthodox and confessional Christian church. 

Desirable Qualifications: Hands-on ministry experience with college students. Degree in ministry (M.Div, ThM, MA) with fieldwork experience Residential/intentional Christian community living experience. Curriculum-building experience. 

Job Title: Post-Doctoral Academic Associate 

Compensation and Benefits: Chesterton House offers a competitive salary and full benefits package. $60K-75K depending on relevant experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, life insurance, and 403b retirement benefits. Conference travel, and book budget provided. Relocation assistance available.

First United Methodist Church of Ann Arbor is a progressive Christ-centered church committed to loving others and building hope through worship, education, service and social justice. With God’s help, we seek to transform ourselves and our community through acts of unconditional love, the pursuit of justice, and a courageous commitment to humility, dignity and compassion for all. We are a large, downtown church adjacent to the University of Michigan with approximately 300 regular in-person and online weekly worshippers (1000 total members/constituents) and 30 active youth. We welcome qualified candidates of all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages and stages of life, abilities and disabilities, and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply. 

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@fumc-a2.org by Monday, March 31 at 5:00 PM ET. 

Role Title: Director - Youth Faith Formation Role Type/Scope: Full-time, lay staff (exempt) Reports to: Associate Pastor Direct reports (if any): Part-time Youth Faith Formation Staff, Family/Parent Council and Volunteers 

Purpose/Overview of role The Director - Youth Faith Formation is a full-time position who will work to develop events, activities, worship and education designed to engage and foster faith formation in Middle School and High School youth. They will work cooperatively with the Children’s and Adult Faith Formation Directors to develop and encourage inter-generational faith development as appropriate. 

Key Responsibilities • Deliver faith lessons and experiences that enable youth to live their individual and communal lives in alignment with Jesus’ life and teaching. • Provide opportunities for youth to nurture and nourish their faith by serving others through mission and service opportunities locally, nationally, and globally. • Build an inclusive and safe space for community and provide a sense of belonging for all youth. • Make relational connections with youth. • Make personal connections with parents and families through timely communications including but not limited to periodic greetings and announcements. • Meet with parents to encourage participation of their youth in the program. Develop a process to onboard new Middle School youth and their parents. • Work collaboratively with all Faith Formation Team Members to create a continuum of faith formation offerings across age groups, including inter-generational events. • Direct, support and develop part-time Youth Faith Formation staff. • Assess youth programs annually for effectiveness and relevance. • Attend staff meetings; collaborate with clergy and other lay staff to align messaging, curriculum, events and activities. • Plan service projects/trips, retreats (currently 2/year), and special events. • Recruit and train volunteers. • Meet periodically with volunteers and Family/Parent Council members to plan and implement offerings. Budget Responsibilities (Spending authorization) Oversee expenditures with budget allotment for supplies and materials to support faith formation activities. 

Required Qualifications and Skills • BA/BS or equivalent in education, child development, social work, psychology, religious studies. Related education or experience could be considered as well. • Experience in long- and short-range planning and overseeing off-site service projects involving travel and adult volunteers. • Excellent communication, planning, organizational and relational skills with children and adults. • Collaborative work style; willingness to cross-train and be flexible in division of tasks across continuum of Faith Formation with other Directors. 

Preferred Qualifications and Skills • MA in Christian Education or MDiv preferred. • 2-5 years of experience working with youth in a church setting preferred.

To implement, manage, and expand a portfolio of the Center’s interfaith and other programming focused on building connections and understanding across identities and engaging in dialogue on issues of meaning and purpose that will make a profound difference on campus and beyond. The position includes program management, program development, curriculum-building, event/trip planning, and student advising. The Interfaith Advisor will work closely with the Center’s Director to support the design and development of additional programming that deepens student learning and increases the diversity of Dartmouth students involved. The position requires a candidate with deep commitment to interfaith programming, a collaborative work style, strong execution and program oversight skills, and the capacity to serve as an inspiring role model and mentor to Dartmouth students. 

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp -Bachelors plus 2-3 years' experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities -Bachelor’s Degree -Three years’ experience in a higher education environment and student programming or the equivalent -Deep understanding and appreciation for interfaith engagement and programming -Strong organizational skills and ability to plan and prioritize work independently -Experience in project management Proven ability to effectively advise and train students Ability to collaborate and work in teams Demonstrated support of diverse religious, ethnic, racial, gender, sexuality, socio-economic and cultural perspectives and practices Experience in a higher education environment and student programming or the equivalent Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community. 

Preferred Qualifications Graduate degree or experience in a related field History of working within an interfaith organization History of involvement in planning and executing immersion trips