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HOME CARE AND HOSPICE VOLUNTEER
Interim HealthCare
Posted 12/13/11

Interim HealthCare Hospice is opening a new hospice program in the Twin Cities. They seek help with respite visits, music therapy and bereavement. Training is provided for volunteers free of charge. The following areas are open for volunteers:
In-Home Care: Visiting patients in their home or in a facility to provide companionship, emotional support and comforting care.
Bereavement: After the passing of a patient, we offer a 13-month bereavement follow up program including home visits, making telephone calls and connecting with families, particularly during important dates.
Clerical: Assist in making telephone calls, file confidential documents, make copies, stuff envelopes and much more.
Pet Therapy: Volunteering with your pet can assist in providing an emotional connectedness and overall well-being for hospice patients.

Help make a difference in someone's life by joining Interim HealthCare Hospice as a volunteer. For more information call 651.917.3634. Rev. Howard Dotson is the chaplain and bereavement coordinator. He can be contacted at hr_dotson@yahoo.com or call cell: (402)889-8410.

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Internship Positions

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
Saint Paul United Church of Christ
600 Eleonore St. New Orleans, LA 70115
Posted 2/3/12

St Paul United Church of Christ is seeking a full-time seminary intern or recent seminary graduate for one year, beginning in July 2012 to help the congregation determine an appropriate future path for St Paul. The intern will be expected to provide leadership for short-term experimental programs to test the viability of alternative forms of ministry, such as retreats or worship experiences for young adults and families. The ideal candidate will be a person of deep faith with a love for the church and an entrepreneurial mindset.
St Paul UCC was founded in 1911 as the first English-speaking congregation of the Evangelical Synod of North America in New Orleans. It occupies a lovely facility in an attractive residential community located close to several of New Orleans’ institutions of higher learning. Over the past several decades its membership has declined to about a dozen active members, most in their eighties and living outside the immediate neighborhood. The congregation continues to worship on Sundays with part-time ministerial leadership. Despite its diminished strength, St Paul has been an active host for volunteer groups participating in Disaster Recovery. Members feel an appropriate sense of pride in being able to provide this service and St Paul’s facilities make this an attractive site for outside volunteers.
The community surrounding St Paul’s building remains an attractive location for ministry. It is experiencing slight population growth as homes once occupied by retired couples are sold to younger families with children. Residents are highly-educated. Demographic studies suggest this is a neighborhood with large numbers of people who regard themselves as “spiritual but not religious.”
St Paul UCC is an active participant in a collaborative effort of four New Orleans UCC churches who are committed to “sharing life” together. A Leadership Council comprised of lay and clergy members from the four churches meets monthly to explore ways to strengthen the churches’ ministry and mission.
In September 2011 the congregation’s members accepted a proposal to “reinvent” St Paul’s ministry in the current facility or an alternative location. St Paul’s leaders have identified a number of local ministry opportunities that are currently not being met: outreach to the nearby colleges and universities; programming for area families, singles, young adults and young families; ministry with those who think of themselves as “spiritual” but who are not always welcome in traditional religious communities; a resource center for “rebuilding” New Orleans. The principal mark of success of the project is an informed decision, by early fall of 2012, about the future of St Paul's ministry and deployment of its remaining assets and a "business plan" that addresses both direction and sustainability.
The existing congregation will continue to worship on Sundays while exploring alternative possibilities for ministry in collaboration with the Leadership Council. The intern’s role in worship leadership is yet to be determined.
The church will provide housing, health insurance and a monthly stipend. Supervision will be provided by a team of local UCC pastors and by the Leadership Council.
St Paul hopes to have a person in place by July 2012.
Candidates should provide a detailed resume with the names of three references prepared to comment on the candidate’s preparation for creative ministry in an urban setting. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2011.
For further information, contact:
Gwen Martinez, gwendolyndmartinez@yahoo.com, Cell: 504.481.5118
or
Tom Rey, t1rey@yahoo.com, Cell: 504.329.9397
Completed applications should be sent to: stpaulinternsearch@gmail.com.

Chautauqua United Church of Christ Society
2012 summer internship
Posted 1/20/12
The internship runs for six or seven weeks between June 30 and August 19, 2012. Applicant must be a current seminarian between the first and second or the second and third years in a program of study at an ATS-accredited seminary, attending full time during the academic year in which application is made. In addition the applicant must be under care of an Association of the UCC in preparation for ordained ministry. Visit www.cuccs.org for more information and application form. Visit www.ciweb.org for more information about the Chautauqua 2012 program. Deadline: February 24, 2012.

2012 Rural Immersion Internship
Prairie Lakes Association of the South Dakota Conference United Church of Christ
Posted 1/20/12
This is a six to twelve week internship, beginning on June 1, 2012. Experience rural ministry in the beauty and spaciousness of the Great Plains! Spend time in several congregations with membershipo ranging from 13 to over 400, in country, small-town and city locations. The intern will spend 4-5 days in a local church, returning to the Prairie Retreat for 2-3 days of reflection. We are within a several hour drive of the Badlands, the Black Hills and the ministries of the Dakota Association serving our Native American Churches. Deadline: March 19, 2012. Click for brochure.

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Pastoral Ministry Positions, part-time

ACTING PASTOR
United Protestant Church (UCC) of Morgan Park, Duluth
Posted 1/20/12
Seeking a third- to half-time acting pastor beginning February 1, 2012.
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Applicants need not be UCC.
Deadline to apply: Feb. 29, 2012.
Contact Rev. Richard Wagner, rickw@uccmn.org, or 612.871.0359

SABBATICAL PASTOR
Cherokee Park United Church on St. Paul’s West Side
Posted 1/20/12
Cherokee Park United Church seeks a sabbatical pastor for March 26 –June 24. 60% of full time. Salary commensurate with qualifications, experience and congregational size.

Qualifications:
• Progressive theological orientation and alignment with the mission of Cherokee Park United Church;
• Master of Divinity degree; ordained recognized by either the UCC or the PC(USA). Prior experience in congregational ministry;
• Strong skills in worship leadership and preaching;
• Relationship building skills, including good listening and outgoing communication skills;
• Commitment to, and experience (highly valued) with, antiracism/multiculturalism;
• Commitment to, and understanding of, LGBT concerns, particularly marriage equality;
• Demonstrable conflict management skills;
• Cognizant of position boundaries (i.e., supportive of existing church leadership, programs, and general worship style, not initiating new programs);
• Ability to set priorities, manage time, and set limits.

Responsibilities:
Preaching and worship leadership, pastoral care, internal communication, support to ministry teams and church leadership, communication with Wider Church and Community, limited
amount of administration.

To apply send resume or for more information contact Jill Jackson, jilljacksonmn@comcast.net.
Deadline to apply: Wednesday, February 8
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Youth Ministry Positions, part-time

DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY
Shakopee First Presbyterian Church, 909 Marschall Road, Shakopee, MN
Reposted 9/9/11
Shakopee First Presbyterian Church seeks a part-time (20 hrs) Director of Youth Ministry to lead programs and activities for Junior and Senior High youth. Complete job description and contact information.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION LEADER
Lake Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, Excelsior, MN
Posted 6/14/11

Lake Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists in Excelsior, a small fellowship (~35 members), lay-led group with a small youth Religious Education (RE) program (6 - 8 kids below the age of 14) seek a teacher for their youth Religious Education (RE) program. This is a paid position with funds allocated from the annual budget. The fellowship invites United Seminary students who might be interested in learning more about Unitarian Universalism, our Fellowship, and potentially being hired for this position next year. The RE program does not meet in the summer; the program year goes from September - May. Services are at 10:30 AM each Sunday The goal of theRE program is to provide our youth with a perspective of all religions and to base lessons off of the seven UU principles.

  • The inherent worth and dignity of every person;
  • Justice, equity and compassion in human relations;
  • Acceptance of one another and encouragement to spiritual growth in our congregations;
  • A free and responsible search for truth and meaning;
  • The right of conscience and the use of the democratic process within our congregations and in society at large;
  • The goal of world community with peace, liberty, and justice for all;
  • Respect for the interdependent web of all existence of which we are a part.

For more information contact Vicki or Dan Larson, larsondnav@gmail.com or call H) 763.479.1465. http://www.lakefellowship.org/

Christian Education Positions, part-time

 

Music Ministry Positions, part-time

MUSIC MINISTER
St. John in the Wilderness Episcopal Church, White Bear Lake, MN
Posted 2/3/12
St. John in the Wilderness is seeking an energetic, spiritually-driven, and musically passionate individual to fill our half-time Music Minister position. The position is responsible for developing, organizing, planning, and leading all music programs in worship services and special events. Duties include utilizing talents of current adult, youth, inter-generational choirs and incorporating musical talents of the congregation, recruiting talented musicians including vocalists and instrumentalists. The candidate we seek would also have a passion for a variety of music genres and styles and an ability to blend musical styles from the classics to contemporary, gospel, and jazz.

Qualifications desired would include a higher degree in music but not limited to organ performance or conducting. Prior church musician leadership is desired. Candidates with the ability to perform on organ along with piano/keyboard are being considered for this position. Other instrumental performance ability for leading worship, such as guitar would be a plus. Our music minister would have a growing knowledge and profession of the Christian faith, specifically an appreciation for Episcopal liturgy, tradition and theology. A working knowledge of the Episcopal Hymnal, Lift Every Voice and Sing along with Wonder, Love, and Praise would be an asset. St. John in the Wilderness instruments include a (installed 2000) Cassavant Freres 2 manual organ, a Steinway Grand, Stegler Rehearsal Grand along with 3 octaves of Handbells.

The Music Minister Position hours are typically 2 days during the week encompassing Wednesday Rehearsals and Sunday morning Worship services. Throughout the year other Major services and minor services will be required that may or may not fall on a Sunday or Wednesday. Flexibility will be valuable in this position. S/he would also be required to participate in weekly staff meetings and other liturgy planning meetings. The best candidate for this position will also have a desire to be very connected into the community beyond the scope of their position. The compensation package for this position is comparable to AGO standards for a ½ time position. Opportunities for other income are possible through weddings, funerals, and memorial services. The Music Minister functions under the direct supervision of the Rector, at whose pleasure s/he serves. The Music Minister exercises the Rector's canonical authority in the area of music, which is delegated by the Rector, and subject to the Rector's review.

To apply, please submit cover letter and resume, files to include your name, to this address upload.Resumes.bntt5mnzlf@u.box.com by March 15, 2012. We strongly encourage you also send us video clips of your work to the same address, ideally as flash formatted files (file size limit is high – 2 GB). The preferred start date for this position is June 1, 2012.

Miscellaneous Positions, part-time

PART-TIME PARISH NURSE
Woodbury/Peaceful Grove United Methodist Church
Posted 1/26/12

Woodbury/Peaceful Grove United Methodist Church (WPGUMC) is a 1400 member congregation Sharing the Joy, Living the Faith, and Being the Hope in south Washington County, Minnesota. Having merged in 2008, the congregation has active campuses in both Woodbury and Cottage Grove. Closely related to our congregation and housed on the Woodbury campus, the Woodbury Preschool Programs on Steepleview is a state-licensed pre-school and parents day out ministry serving over 170 families weekly. This is a new position made possible through a grant from HealthEast. More information about our congregation is available on our web site: http://www.beingthehope.org

SUMMARY OF POSITION: Nurse will work together with pastors, staff, and volunteer Health Ministries and Caring Ministries teams to develop a ministry providing health and wellness support services to members of the congregation and community. Responsible to HealthEast Faith Community Nurse Network to attend 6 network meetings per year (1st Tues every other month at Midway Campus) and complete regular statistics via software. Training provided. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, health educator, referral agent and liaison, volunteer coordinator, personal health counselor, assisting others in the understanding of the holistic relationship between mind, body and spirit, support group initiator/facilitator and working as a team member with other staff and volunteer members of WPGUMC to coordinate services and activities for the benefit of the congregation and community.
WORK LOCATION: South Washington County, MN (Woodbury and Cottage Grove)
Church offices located in Woodbury
WORK TYPE: Part-time, 25% FTE (10 hrs/wk)
WORK DAYS: Flexible/ at least one Sunday/weekend a month required
WORK SHIFTS: Flexible; ability to attend team meetings in evenings when needed
EDUCATION REQUIRED: BSN or similar degree
SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Active Registered nursing license in Minnesota. A copy of current license must be provided. Successful completion of educational course in parish nursing within the first year of employment - funding is available. Succesful background check; valid Minnesota Driver’s License.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Five or more year’s recent active nursing practice
SKILLS REQUIRED: Specialized knowledge of the spiritual beliefs and practices of the faith community; personal spiritual maturity in the nursing practice; organizational, independence and excellent communication skills
SKILLS PREFERRED: Working knowledge of MS Office programs and database entry.
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit cover letter and resume to Rev. Ruth Ann Ramstad: raramstad@wumc-pgumc.org. This position is open until filled, with a preferred application deadline of February 6. Only candidates selected for interview will be notified.

CHILDCARE PROVIDER FOR THE NURSERY/TODDLER ROOM
Linden Hills United Church of Christ (LHUCC), Minneapolis, MN
Posted 11/4/11

LHUCC seeks a responsible adult to provide year-round childcare averaging every other Sunday in the Nursery and Toddler rooms. The individual will arrive by 9:45 AM on Sunday and is expected to stay after church until all children have been picked up by their parents and the room is straightened and sanitized, at approximately 11:30-11:45 AM. Extra weekday evening or extended Sunday morning hours for special events are possible. The Childcare provider will be responsible to Minister for Children and Youth. Childcare provider is responsible for:

  • Welcoming children and their parents into the nursery/toddler room;
  • Engaging children in activities and caring for babies as needed;
  • Keeping children comfortable and safe;
  • Straightening and picking up the room after the morning session;
  • Sanitizing the room (spray toys used, etc.) The childcare provider can be, if necessary or requested, assisted by a member of the congregation, either a parent or youth group member.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Childcare with babies and toddlers to pre-school in an organizational setting. Must comply with “safe church” policies and requirements (this includes a background check). CPR training preferred. COMPENSATION: $15 an hour. If interested, please submit your resume/references to the church office at lhucc@msn.org or 4200 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55410.

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Pastoral Ministry Positions, full-time

ASSISTANT MINISTER
White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church, Minnesota
Posted 12/12/11

White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church (Mahtomedi, Minnesota; 750 members) seeks an Assistant Minister. This is a full-time position, starting August 2011 $70K including benefits. Program portfolio includes small group ministries, worship and preaching, membership development. Contact John Kirwin, Chair, Assistant Minister Search Committee JLKirwin@gmail.com
For information, visit www.whitebearunitarian.org

TRANSITION-INTO-MINISTRY RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Plymouth United Church of Christ, Des Moines, Iowa
Posted 9/20/10

Plymouth United Church of Christ, Des Moines, Iowa, through funding provided by the Lilly Endowment, has a salaried 27-month residency program for two recent seminary graduates, ordained or eligible to be ordained. The residents become Associate Ministers of the pastoral staff of Plymouth Church. The Associates perform all the functions of the other ministers on the staff—weddings, funerals, pastoral care, preaching sermons, and leading worship.

Plymouth offers the Associates a significant experience in the core activities of ministry. The two Associates meet weekly with David Ruhe, Senior Minister. These weekly meetings include review and reflection on the activities of the Associates—including sermon discussions and critique. The Associates also continue readings on ministry and theology and have in-depth Bible study with the Senior Minister and the other staff, seasoned ministers who provide a rich and supportive collegial, collaborative and teaching cohort.

The Residency is designed to be an intensive working and learning environment within a congregation that is both supportive and demanding. It provides a tremendous growing experience that will leave each Associate better equipped for a long and fruitful career in ministry. The Plymouth residents are paid through a grant from the Lilly Endowment and they must seek new calls after two years.

The Plymouth Associates are integrated into the staffing patterns of the church quickly and are involved with learning experiences outside of Plymouth as well. Each Associate has an opportunity to preach in the Sunday worship programs as well as through an established Saturday worship rotation which they help to revise and lead. Plymouth provides the Associates with the freedom to imagine and implement teaching programs for the church and community.

Learn more about TiM Iowa by contacting: TiM Program Coordinator Frank Thomas at fthomas@plymouthchurch.com; Iowa Conference Minister Rich Pleva at rich@ucciaconf.org; or Plymouth Church Senior Minister David Ruhe at druhe@plymouthchurch.com.

SOLO PASTORATES IN RURAL MINISTRY
Offering through Plymouth UCC's TiM program (see above posting for the Transition-into-Ministry Program)
Posted 9/20/10

Plymouth’s TiM program is also supporting two first-call solo pastors in Iowa Conference congregations. These solo pastorates are open-ended calls. The solo pastors are selected in a modified Search-and-Call process of the local churches, which would include participation in the TiM program. The solo pastors are paid by the congregations they serve, with the expectation that they will thrive and grow indefinitely in those settings. Participation includes working with a Rural Minister Mentor, continuing education and training, development of best practices in ministry and development of communities of mutual support.

Learn more about TiM Iowa by contacting: TiM Program Coordinator Frank Thomas at fthomas@plymouthchurch.com; Iowa Conference Minister Rich Pleva at rich@ucciaconf.org; or Plymouth Church Senior Minister David Ruhe at druhe@plymouthchurch.com

Youth Ministry Positions, full-time

 

Christian Education Positions, full-time

DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Monona United Methodist Church, Monona, WI
Posted 2/3/12
Full Time Director of Christian Education:
Monona United Methodist Church is seeking applicants for a full time Director of Christian Education (DCE). The DCE will oversee and coordinate the Christian education program to help youth and parents gather as children of God to seek God’s radical love and transforming power, allowing them to grow in Christ’s image in order to go and make disciples. The determined ministerial roles of DCE will be Adult Intentional Faith Development, Child Intentional Faith Development, Confirmation Intentional Faith Development, oversight of children and youth Music/Worship Art ministries, and Student/Youth Ministry Intentional Faith Development. The compensation package will be commensurate with education and experience. Monona United Methodist Church’s vision is to be a vibrant, fruitful community. MUMC is a multiethnic church, with services and programs in both English and Spanish. Our members include people from the greater Madison area. Babies, toddlers, grade school children, youth, and a good balance of adults of all ages are participants in our congregation. Further information and a complete position description are available in the church office or by contacting Pastor David Byers-Dent (608.512.3211 or 608.222.1633) or on the main page of our website, www.mononaunitedmethodistchurch.org. Applicants are requested to submit resumes to Monona United Methodist Church, 606 Nichols Road, Monona, WI 53716 or by emailing to davebd@sbcglobal.net.


Music Ministry Positions, full-time

Miscellaneous Positions, full-time

MATH ENRICHMENT TUTOR
AmeriCorps
Posted 12/16/11
This AmeriCorps program plans to place and train over 100 tutors in elementary, middle and junior high schools across the state. As a tutor, you'll use research-based instructional methods during the school day to help students become algebra ready by eighth grade. Positions for the 2012-13 school year begin in August. Read more about the service, training and living stipend (PDF). Visit www.JoinMathCorps.org for more information and to apply.

ELEMENTARY OR PRESCHOOL LITERACY TUTOR
AmeriCorps
Posted 12/16/11
This AmeriCorps program plans to place and train over 1,1100 tutors in preschools and elementary schools across the state. As a tutor, you'll use research-based methods during the school day to help students become successful readers by third grade. Positions for the 2012-13 school year begin in August.Read more about the service, training and living stipend (PDF). Visit www.JoinReadingCorps.org for more information and to apply.

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