Seeking an Associate Pastor (half time)

Applications should be received by: July 31, 2007

 

* General Duties & Responsibilities:

Community Outreach & Service

• Coordinate social justice and outreach projects and work with Micah (Social Justice) Ministry
• Assist with equipping our members for outreach ministries
• Establish collaborative partnerships with other organizations and communities
• Plan and organize larger scale social service projects
• Enhance our visibility and accountability within our geographic community

Congregational Care & Nurture

• Oversee congregational care activities and work with Congregational Care Ministry
• Train new Congregational Care ministers and volunteers
• Act as the initial point of contact for pastoral care needs and plan appropriate response

General Participation on Pastoral Staff Team

• Assist with future visioning and strategic planning
• Assist with the administering of sacramental care, such as holy unions and rites of blessing
• Participation in ongoing worship and congregational life

 

* This is a new position. Job responsibilities and duties may change as needed and as the position evolves.

 

Education and Experience

Position requires a degree in theology, preferably at the Masters level (M.Div. or equivalent). Must be a licensed ordained minister or eligible candidate for ordination and licensing. Must have experience working in a pastoral and/or ministry role. Experience in social justice community outreach programs, working with diverse groups, and coordinating congregational care programs is a real plus.

 

To apply, please submit the following materials with a cover letter:

• Statement of Faith
• Statement of Call (including details about call to ministry and reason for applying)
• Resume (including educational, professional, and church/community experience)
• References (three professional references, one personal reference)
• Preaching Video (or link to web based video sermon)

 

Applications should be sent to:

Attn: Rev. Kharma Amos

Metropolitan Community Church of Northern Virginia

10383 Democracy Lane

Fairfax, VA 22030

703-691-0930

Email: KharmaAmos@aol.com