Alumni News
Communications Senior Specialist, Full-Time, UMC:
The General Board of Church and Society is currently recruiting for the position of Communications Senior Specialist. The primary focus of the Communications Sr. Specialist is Digital Communications and Media Relations. This role will contribute to all aspects of the Communications Department, which includes events, print production, video development and issue management. The Sr. Specialist will help manage key aspects of the organization’s day-to-day communications needs, while also helping shape long-term strategic goals. We would greatly appreciate it if you would share this position with qualified candidates that you may know. Also, if applicable, we ask that you please post this to your website. Attached is the job posting.
The General Board of Church and Society is currently recruiting for an Communications Senior Specialist.
The deadline for receiving applications is June 17, 2022.
General Council on Finance and Administration is working with the General Board of Church and Society to recruit for a Communications Senior Specialist position. If you know of someone who might be interested, please have them view the link posting above to apply. If you have any questions about the open position, please contact Michelle Reddick, Human Resources Generalist at 615-369-2357.
The General Board of Church and Society is an equal opportunity employer.
BUSTH Hosts First In-Person May Convocation Since 2019
On Saturday, May 21, 2022, the Boston University School of Theology held its first in-person spring convocation ceremony since 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic. Friends and families of the graduates gathered in Marsh Chapel for the hooding and diploma ceremony, and many more were able to watch live online.
“It is good to be in this place,” welcomed Dean Sujin Pak, as the congregation applauded. “I welcome each of you for this joyous occasion as we celebrate the achievements of the 2022 graduates. A special welcome to family and friends, partners and mentors who have come near and far. This is your celebration, too. For you have provided the love, the faith, [and] the support of holding cherished hopes for this day for your graduate.”
Admission Advisor, Full-Time, Higher Ed: Atlanta, GA
Emory University seeks a dynamic, energetic, and highly motivated individual to join the Candler School of Theology as a recruiter for graduate-level theological education, including those discerning a call for vocational ministry. This highly visible position is responsible for assisting the Assistant Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid in attracting persons with calls to vocational ministry and interests in graduate theological education, guiding them through the process of inquiry to matriculation, and strengthening the relationships among prospects, key influencers, and Candler School of Theology.
Children’s Ministry Director, Full-Time, UMC: Mountain Home, AR
First United Methodist Church in Mountain Home, Arkansas is seeking a Children’s Ministry Director. A well-established congregation averaging 350 in worship weekly, FUMCMH seeks to share with others the mission of “Making Life Better and YOU Better at Life Through Jesus Christ.” The Children’s Ministry Director will be responsible for providing leadership for all aspects of ministry to children in pre-K through 5th grades, building relationships with children and their families, and recruiting, training, and equipping a team of volunteers. This person will also oversee the nursery and the Children’s Worship moments, in the main worship service. This position reports directly to the senior pastor.
Primary responsibilities for the position include:
● Develops weekly programs for the children of our church and community
● Enlists, trains, resources, and encourages adult leadership for children’s ministry events (recruitment and training are essential)
● Supports and equips parents in the spiritual formation of their child’s life
● Organizes the infrastructure of the ministry, ordering paperwork, guiding processes, implementing systems, and managing child protective policies
● Communicates regularly with key ministry stakeholders, both inside the church and those who are a part of the community
● Stewards the budget and maintains the financial accountability of the ministry
Qualifications for this position are:
● Minimum High School diploma/GED, but some college is preferred.
● 1-3 years of student ministry experience is preferred
● Ability to demonstrate and articulate a deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ
● An understanding of Wesleyan Theology
● Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both orally and in writing
● Ability to organize and keep accurate and detailed records
● Strong competence and comfort with technology, including effectively utilizing platforms of digital communications, social media, and church-specific software
● Ability to work as part of a team
● Ability to be flexible and think creatively
● Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Qualified candidates should send their resume along with a cover letter to renee.wilson@ministryarchitects.com.
Chaplain, Full-Time, Retirement Community: Concord, MA
We are a distinctive retirement community, offering Assisted Living, Residential and Long Term Care services to our residents. We are recognized for and take pride in providing exceptional care, compassion and quality of life both to our residents and our employees. Working at Newbury Court is a chance to make a difference in the life of our residents and support the best quality of life for them.
Newbury Court has a commitment to first class service, fine dining, concierge, housekeeping, transportation and more. The lifestyle at Newbury Court includes outstanding cultural, educational, and entertainment programs as well as health and wellness options including a full fitness center and indoor pool. Newbury Court residents are assured a lifetime of access to all services provided on the campus.
Rivercrest Wellness & Rehab is Newbury Court's Skilled Nursing Unit for long-term care, short-term care, and rehab services. Our 42-bed community provides a high level of care and home-like environment to our residents. Newbury Court has a long tradition of providing care, compassion, and an exceptional quality of life for residents and employees.
The Gardens at Newbury Court is our 29-bed memory support assisted living neighborhood, providing exceptional care and a home-like environment to our residents. Newbury Court has a long tradition of providing care, compassion, and the best possible quality of life for residents and employees.
We are looking to bring on a Full Time Chaplain to support our Memory Support and Skilled Nursing communities. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a Memory Care capacity. This person reports to the Director of Spiritual Life
Read the full job description here.
Director of Family Life and Youth, Full-Time, UMC: East Aurora, NY
Nature and Scope
Baker Memorial United Methodist Church in East Aurora, New York is an open and reconciling church, comprised of approximately 200 members, and has numerous committees that make up the organizational structure of the church. The Director of Family Life and Youth is a fulltime position that formulates, supervises and administers the church’s family life, youth and Christian education ministries.
This position reports to the Pastor in Charge and routinely interacts with all church staff, youth, parents and others church affiliates. As with all paid staff positions at Baker, the incumbent is paired with a liaison from the church’s Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC) for the benefit of discussing job related issues, such as logistics, work environment and other concerns.
Accountabilities
1. Program planning to emphasize a personal relationship with Christ, spiritual growth, service and mission through Bible study, lessons, devotions, music, art, recreation and other activities. This includes scheduling, organizing supplies and attending regular gatherings, special events, retreats and fundraisers while working with volunteers.
2. Facilitate participation of families and youth in the life of the congregation, including nurturing young adults, youth and children's leadership teams.
3. Be outwardly focused in promoting and marketing generation Z and millennials to the
growth of the church, including leadership to the RIDE (Reach, Include, Disciple, Engage) ministry team. These efforts would include singles, couples, married and married with children.
4. Facilitate involvement in district and conference events as appropriate.
5. Organize and facilitate family and youth mission opportunities.
6. Develop budget for the Youth, Family and Christian Education ministry.
7. Be a communication liaison between families/youth and the congregation.
8. During the execution of his/her job the incumbent is expected to conduct him/herself in a manner that promotes the beliefs of the United Methodist Church, as outlined in the Baker Memorial UMC Beliefs Statement.
Qualifications:
1. An active commitment to God and the church as demonstrated by personal faith in Jesus
Christ, discipleship and a desire to carry out God’s work;
2. Hold a bachelor’s degree in youth ministry, education or other related field and have
experience in youth, young adults and young couples’ ministry, or a combination of
training and experience that meets the positions needs;
3. Ability to relate well across generations and possess an understanding of the demands
life places upon them;
4. Well-developed organizational skills, including skillset of delegating tasks when working
with volunteers;
5. Effective use of communications and media, such as websites, social, media, promotions, etc.;
6. Ability to self-initiate tasks;
7. Mission Leadership Training and mission experience;
8. Strong leadership skills
Starting salary between $32K to $37K with benefits that include housing.
Reach out to Rev. John Loeser <rev.jloeser@bakerchurch.org>
BUSTH Master of Divinity Student Michelle Eastman (STH’22) Featured in BU Today Article
This article was originally published by BU Today on May 20, 2022, and features Boston University School of Theology student Michelle Eastman (STH’22). The full article can be found here. Below is an excerpt only.
Meet Three Standout Class of 2022 Master’s Candidates
These graduates are ready to use their skills to change the world
Growing up in the Evangelical Christian faith and having cerebral palsy, there were two basic narratives Michelle Eastman (STH’22) heard about having a disability. First, that it was the result of sin and needed prayer to be healed. And on the other end, that it was something to be glorified.
“In the Christian tradition, people will say things like, ‘If God is allowing you to suffer, that means it’s going to help you be strong,’” Eastman relates. “People with disabilities will often be told their suffering is good for them.”
Prof. Steven Sandage Featured in BU Today “Advice to the Class of 2022” Video
Click here to read the article originally published on May 13, 2022 by BU Today. Albert and Jessie Danielsen Professor of Psychology of Religion and Theology Steven Sandage appears in the video below at time stamp 1:35.
Program Coordinator, Full-Time, Higher Ed: Atlanta, GA
The Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life (OSRL) welcomes applications for the position of Program Coordinator.
Reporting to the OSRL Chief of Staff, the Program Coordinator position has two main emphases: program support and communications. Program support involves serving as the main programmatic assistant for OSRL programs, including pre-orientation, orientation, outreach events, chaplaincy events, meetings, conferences, travel programs, and fund-raising initiatives. Communications includes publishing newsletters, social media posts, presentations, reports, and other communications. Other duties essential to this role are: staffing the OSRL AMUC office suite, hiring and supervising student workers, and leading departmental outreach initiatives.
Examples of programs the Program Coordinator may help plan and execute include: the WISE interfaith social justice pre-orientation program, orientation and fall start-up programs, Homecoming and Family Weekend, resource fairs, Inter-Religious Council programs, holiday programs (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Winter Holidays, MLK, Spring Holidays), lecture/dinner events, Multifaith Baccalaureate Ceremony, Commencement/Alumni Reunion programs, advancement programs, memorial services, vigils in response to current events, and interfaith retreats, educational programs, service days and social justice projects, dialogue programs, conferences, and travel programs.
A full position description and application is below. Please do share with your networks. Hope everyone has a great weekend as many of us enter the home stretch of the spring semester.
Emory OSRL Program Coordinator Position (Full-time): Apply Today!
The Emory University Office of Spiritual and Religious Life (OSRL) welcomes applications for the position of Program Coordinator. Apply here: https://staff-emory.icims.com/jobs/91521/program-coordinator-%28office-of-spiritual-and-religious-life%29/job
Director of Student Ministries, Full-Time, UMC: Mountain Home, AR
Overview:
1. Oversees the Student (youth) Ministry at First United Methodist Church of Mountain Home, provides
leadership and functions as the primary staff person for Student Ministries
2. Provides weekly programs, Bible studies and other discipleship opportunities
3. Builds relationships with students and families which may come in the form of mission opportunities,
retreats, school lunches, or other special events
4. Enlists, trains, resources and encourages adult leadership for student ministry events (recruitment and
training are an essential part of this position)
5. Encourages and motivates students in a growing commitment and connection to the body of Christ and
expanding contribution to the mission of Christ
6. Helps parents be involved in the spiritual formation of their student’s life
7. Makes decisions on the most effective programs to impact students
8. Prepares, recommends, and maintains an operating budget for the student ministry program
Download the full job description here: Student Ministries Job Description
Contact/How to Apply: Qualified candidates should send their resume along with a cover letter to renee.wilson@ministryarchitects.com.