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*THIS IS NOT A CALLED POSITION
Job Description:
- Work with and coach congregations in transition as they work on ministry assessments and strategic plans.
- Analyze and share the latest resources, models, and assessment tools in congregational development and transformation.
- Serve as primary support for the Commission on Thriving Congregations.
- Resource Ministry Groups, both designated and those that are creating and implementing congregational transformation initiatives or new worshipping communities.
- Network with groups and attend programs of the greater Church to gain new insights and approaches for thriving congregations.
- Beginning in 2020, work with Ministry Groups and Commissions to provide Leadership Development opportunities within the Presbytery such as retreats and workshops.
- Serve as primary support for the Commission on Leadership Development.
- Other ministry related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Ordained PCUSA Teaching or Ruling Elder preferred or qualified member of the PCUSA.
- Demonstrated skills and expertise in successfully working with congregations in transformation, new church development and immigrant community development.
- A sense of enthusiasm and optimism about the possibilities for revitalization, growth and new church development within the Presbytery
- Strong organizational development, group process and leadership development skills.
- Ability to work collegically.
- Strong written, verbal, social media and technological skills.
- Commitment to the mission of the Presbytery of Baltimore and the PCUSA .
Relationships:
The Associate for Congregational Vitality is employed by the Presbytery through the Personnel Committee in consultation with the General Presbyter. The Associate reports directly to the General Presbyter.
Evaluation:
An annual review of the performance of the Associate will be conducted by the Personnel Committee in consultation with the General Presbyter.
To Apply:
The deadline for application submissions is
May 7, 2018.
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