Evangelical Lutheran Church in America · 3 months ago
Director for Evangelical Mission/Assistant to the Bishop, Northwestern Pennsylvania Synod
Pleasantville, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expThe Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is one of the largest Christian denominations in the United States, and they are seeking a Director for Evangelical Mission/Assistant to the Bishop for the Northwestern Pennsylvania Synod. This role involves developing tools for congregational vitality, collaborating with church leaders, and providing pastoral care and support to rostered ministers while engaging with diverse communities.
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Responsibilities
Responsible for the formation and coordination of at least one synod team that organizes the vitality of existing congregations and new mission development in the synod (including area ministry strategies, congregational mission plans, and congregational vitality.)
Responsible for the administration of the portfolio of supported ministries including the process of application and evaluation of grants through the ELCA Grantmaker (EGM) System. Provides supervision, monitors development and evaluates progress of funded ministries
Responsible for identifying, recruiting and training leaders for the work of the church including those who can serve as mission developers and rostered ministers
Responsible for establishing short- and long-term priorities and sharing learnings with the synod and across the ELCA. Provides a visible witness to the interdependent nature of the church and communicates our shared mission and vision
Responsible for mission support and stewardship (up to ¼ time)
Other duties as assigned
Oversee Authorized Lay Worship Leaders (ALWL) and Authorized Lay Communion Distributors (ALD)
Be responsible for the training, certification, and evaluation of the synod’s ALWLs and ALDs
Plan, provide, and be present at events for collegiality and education for these lay leaders
Help to identify potential candidates to participate in this ministry and meet with them to evaluate their gifts and growing edges
Plan and implement continuing education opportunities with the synod, including at Synod Assembly, Bishop’s Convocation, and a day of learning in either winter or spring
Research and contact presenters to especially help with meeting certification requirements for Rostered Ministers in anti-racism and boundaries training
Encourage and promote collegiality among rostered ministers within the synod, providing opportunities for socializing and mutual care
Be available and proactive in reaching out to rostered ministers and providing care and resources in times of crisis, illness, or loss
Gather resources and promote ways and events to better care for rostered ministers with intentional focus on mental health, emotional wellness, healthy lifestyles, financial wellness, and vocational and spiritual discernment
Visit and be present in congregations for Sunday services to build rapport and trust, including serving as a worship leader, preacher, or presider
Attend meetings and carry out duties for synodical committees and boards as designated by the bishop
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience effectively leading an effort that helped bring people to faith
Grounding in Christian faith and familiarity with Lutheran theology, evangelism, discipleship and the theories and practice of mission development that responds to God's grace in Jesus Christ
Effective communicator in preaching, teaching, writing and evangelical outreach
Demonstrated ability working with leaders in agile, adaptive innovation and facilitating group processes as well as knowledge, experience and/or willingness to learn, listen and utilize the ELCA Coaching Ministry in growing leaders and building tables
Ability to utilize metrics, congregational trend reports and demographic data in the process of the development of congregational vitality for new and existing congregations
Proven effective time-management and administrative experience and ability to meet deadlines and attention to details
Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, analytical and communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with peers, other CCL staff, synod and regional staff
Demonstrated competency among communities of color; and well as with people and communities experiencing poverty
Ability to relate and communicate well in diverse cultural, ethnic and socio-economic situations and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and anti-racism
Willingness to learn and adapt to the culture of Northern Appalachia
Active participation in a Christian congregation and God's mission
Appreciation for the mission, vision, and values of the ELCA
Experience using Microsoft Office suite of applications, web-based communication platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, etc.)
Ability to learn new software and systems
Preferred
Rostered minister of word and sacrament preferred
Valid driver's license is preferred
Benefits
Employer paid health premiums for employees
Health and dependent care FSA’s
A health savings account (HSA) with an employer contribution
Life insurance
A substantial employer contribution to 403b retirement plan (no match required)
17 paid holidays
Company
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
The ELCA is a community of faith that has a vision of a world experiencing the difference God’s grace and love in Christ makes for all people and creation.
201-500 employees
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