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Ministry Opportunities

NOTE: Churches are welcome to submit ministry openings to Harding University Graduate School of Religion. This list, revised weekly, is posted on a bulletin board in the administration building on the HUGSR campus and also on the school's web page (www.hugsr.edu). Postings remain on the list for a three-month period. At the end of that time and if the position is still open, the church may resubmit for a second three-month posting. To post an opening, send job title, detailed job description, other pertinent information and contact information to hgsadmissions@hugsr.edu or via fax to (901) 761-1358. Harding University Graduate School of Religion reserves the right to edit any posting and we cannot include gender, marital status or age requirements in any posting.


08/19/08 - Preaching Minister

Friendship Church of Christ Location: Olive Branch, MS Website: www.fscoc.org Come work with a young congregation of 40+ families in one of the fastest growing areas in the country, DeSoto County, Mississippi. We are a new church fellowship, planted in February ‘05, with a normal Sunday morning attendance of 100 - 120, including 40 - 50 children! In February ‘08, we moved into our new church building centrally located among both established and new residential areas. Our growth potential is very exciting. We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic full-time, preaching minister to serve with 2 elders, 5 deacons, and an education minister. If you are a family man, sound in doctrine, passionate about New Testament preaching and teaching, excited about congregational worship and personal devotion, hungry to reach the lost world, and willing to embrace new technologies and ministries, we would like to hear from you. Interested individuals should contact us in any of these ways: By email: resumes@fscoc.org By phone: 662-655-0580 By US Mail: Minister Search Team Friendship Church of Christ 3250 Pleasant Hill Rd. Olive Branch MS 38654 Please provide a resume, references, salary requirements, and recordings of two sermons (tape, CD, DVD, mp3, etc.). Also reference any website or blog you maintain if you wish it to be reviewed.


08/15/08 - Evangelist/Pulpit Minister

Evangelist/ Pulpit Minister 16th Ave.Church of Christ in Sterling Illinois is looking for a full time minister. We are located in beautiful Northwest Illinois. We are 30 miles from Iowa, 60 miles from Wi and 100 miles from Chicago. We have a nice three bedroom home next to the church building on five acres of land. We are a congregation of 120 with two Elders and four Deacons. Our last minister moved August 6th. 2008 to be near his wife's family. If interested in relocating please submit a resume by either email rkramosk@amfam.com or by mail to 1902 16th. Ave. Sterling Il 61081.


08/05/08 - Full time Youth Minister

The Main Street Church of Christ, located in Walnut Ridge, AR (30 miles from Jonesboro) is looking for a full-time youth minister. The program is designed for K-12. We have excellent facilities, including an on-site gymnasium, and established programs already in place. For a complete job description, please visit our blog @ http://mainstcofc.blogspot.com/2008/08/youth-minister-position-open.html. Salary is negotiable. Please send resume, youth ministry philosophy, and any other supporting documents to Main st. Church of Christ, PO Box 247, Walnut Ridge, AR 72476, or email to Abbott.daniel@sbcglobal.net. My contact # is 870-886-9604.


07/28/08 - Youth Minister

The Fairview Heights Church of Christ is seeking a dynamic, experienced youth minister to help our youth grow spiritually, serve others and share the message of Christ with others. We are located 15 miles east of St. Louis, and have about 250-275 people with five elders, a full-time preaching minister, full-time youth minister, and third minister who works with senior citizens. Our youth group is about 45 sixth through twelfth graders. We desire an organized man who will work with parents and youth. We offer a competitive salary. If you are interested send a resume, references and philosophy of ministry to Youth Minister Search Committee, Fairview Heights Church of Christ, 9955 Bunkum Road, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 or email information to joe@fairviewheightschurch.org.


07/23/08 - Outreach Minister

The Memorial Church of Christ in Houston, Texas is seeking an Outreach Minister who is ready to reach the community through service and evangelism. Candidates should be able to work alongside the other ministers and elders in developing a plan for reaching the community. They must be capable of teaching and mentoring others in outreach ministry. The church is looking for an individual with a proven history, a supportive mate, able to initiate plans and adapt them, able to inspire and lead, and of high moral standard. Send inquiries to dduncan@mcoc.org


07/21/08 - Family Life Minister

The East Hill Church of Christ in York, Nebraska is seeking a man of godly character to serve as a Family Life Minister. Ministering to families in the areas of Youth and Small Groups will be the primary focus. Desired background includes 10 years of ministry experience, Master's Degree, good people and organizational skills. Visit our web site: www.easthillcofc.org and email cover letter and resume to easthillchurchofchrist@alltel.net or call 402-362-4990.


07/10/08 - Involvement Minister

 The Grand Central Church of Christ (Vienna, WV) is searching for an individual to serve as an Associate/Involvement Minister. Major responsibilities include aiding in ministries coordination, encouraging effective member involvement, and overseeing a growing small groups ministry. To accomplish this the person will need excellent relational skills and a willingness to initiate meaningful contact with others. The church is seeking an individual with recent experience and demonstrated abilities in these areas. In addition, experience and ability in any of the following areas is desirable but not a requirement for consideration: worship leading and/or planning, teaching, education ministry, and campus ministry. An understanding of the challenges and transitions experienced by a growing church would be a plus. This individual will be joining a team which includes eight shepherds, twenty deacons, two interns, two office assistants, a preaching/teaching minister, and a minister to families with children and youth. The church averages 350 in attendance and counts over 500 people in her extended church family. Grand Central enjoys a close relationship to Ohio Valley University (a Christian college associated with churches of Christ). Information about the position and the church can be found on the church website www.grandcentralchurch.com or you may call the office (304-295-5516), Joe Spivy, (304-210-8950), or any of the elders (see website). Compensation is negotiable and would include a competitive salary, health insurance allowance, 403-b matching, and some support for continued education. The deadline for applications is August 10.


07/08/08 - Pulpit Minister

The church of Christ on Hwy. 49 west in Jefferson, Northeast Texas is seeking a full-time pulpit minister. We are a congregation of about 85 with 4 elders and 3 deacons. We have a nice location with building seating about 200 and a connected annex with fellowship area and classrooms. The property is debt free. We do not have a parsonage and salary is negotiable. We are seeking a minister who will preach the truth in love and be active in visitation among the members and also in the community.The previous minister left to work with a mission church in NE New Mexico with our blessings. Contact can be made by e-mail at jchurch9051@sbcglobal.net. However, if you are interested in applying please send resume' and CD/tapes to: Church of Christ P. O. Box 451 Jefferson, TX 75657 att: Derwood Nalls


07/07/08 - Youth Minister

The Sand Springs Church of Christ is currently seeking a youth minister to come and work with our youth group, parents, and adult volunteers. Sand Springs is a growing suburb of Tulsa OK with a population of appx. 20,000. Our congregation is currently 150 with plans and a strong commitment to future growth. We have 3 shepherds, 5 deacons, and a staff of pulpit minister and secretary. Our congregation is a healthy mixture of ages and incomes. We strive to continue our reputation as being a loving church. Job description would include teaching, organizing a variety of activities, working with youth deacon and adult vollunteers, and mentoring our teens. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Please send resume to Sand Springs Church of Christ, Attn: Youth Minister Search, 4301 S. 113th W. Ave, Sand Springs Ok 74063; or email an attachment to ensdunn@sbcglobal.net


07/07/08 - Preacher

Evangelistic preacher wanted for San Saba church located in central Texas hill country. Small town, friendly atmosphere, nice place to raise children or retire. Nice home, centrally located, is part of salary package. Congregation of approx. 100 loving friendly members is looking for a preacher with evangelistic interest and a desire to integrate into the small town rural atmosphere. Resume` should include history of formal education, history of previous employment, description of family, philosophy of preaching/teaching, and any other pertinent information. Mail to 2nd & Wallace Church of Christ, Attn. Preacher Selection Team, PO Box 501, San Saba, TX 76877, or email to sansabacoc@gmail.com.


06/30/08 - Full Time Minister

The Jamestown Church of Christ, Jamestown, NY, located in the beautiful Allegany region of Western New York, is prayerfully seeking a full time minister to fill the vacancy due to the relocation of our current minister of over 9 years. We are a doctrinally sound congregation recognizing the scriptures as the sole authority for our existence. We have an attendance of 75-85 members with a good mix of all age groups. We are financially sound, evangelistic by nature and have a desire to promote and spread the gospel throughout Western New York, Pennsylvania and the world. The Jamestown community has a population of approximately 40,000, with excellent schools and a rural setting. We are the only church in Chautauqua County and the potential for growth in the area is great. We are seeking a mature, married, family oriented minister that is energetic, outgoing, doctrinally sound, and has the ability to relate to all age groups and across multi-cultural backgrounds. The ideal candidate will have experience in fostering church growth through development and implementation of educational and evangelistic programs. The candidate must have strong verifiable “leadership” references. Education: higher education preferably in Biblical Studies or a Preaching/Ministerial certificate from a recognized school in the brotherhood. Application Portfolio to include: Cover letter, complete resume including references both personal and from past congregation (s). Also, include spousal interests/activities related to the church. CD with 2 sermons, family photo and any health conditions should be included. Please submit the portfolio to the following address: Minister Search Jamestown Church of Christ, 875 Fairmount Ave., WE. Jamestown, NY 14701


06/13/08 - Children's Minister

Skyline Church of Christ in Jackson, Tennessee is prayerfully seeking a Children's Minister. Skyline is a congregation made up of about 700 members who seek to love God and love people to the praise of God’s glorious grace. To view our Children's Minister Job Description, please visit our website: www.skylinechurch.com . Does God want to use you to serve at Skyline? You can submit your resume by email at Skyline’s website: www.skylinechurch.com . Resumes will be accepted until June 30, 2008.


06/10/08 - Evangelist/Pulpit Minister

Parkway church of Christ Springfield, Illinois. Position: Evangelist /Pulpit Minister Full or Part Time. Information concerning this position may be found at: http://www.parkway-churchofchrist.com/minister/index.html. Interested candidates should send the following: • Resume listing past experience and education • At least 3 references • Photo • Audio or video of at least two of your sermons (tape or CD/DVD) Send to: Tim Hattemer C/O Parkway church of Christ 1350 N. Bruns Lane Springfield, IL 62702. Home email: tmaps1@mchsi.com Home phone: (217) 487-7757


06/04/08 - Family Life Minister

The Northeast Church of Christ in Eastpointe, Michigan, has about 200 in attendance, with 4 elders. We are seeking a Family Life Minister. The ministry description would include working with teens and young families, teaching classes, providing activities, mentoring and counseling, as well as taking advantage of evangelistic opportunities. This is not a pulpit position, though it would occasionally involve preaching. Contact Stan Clanton at 586.777.5470 or stan2578@gmail.com.


06/02/08 - Minister

Minister needed at the Centerville Church of Christ Location: Centerville, TN 37033 Pertinent Information: Please go to the congregation's web site at www.centervillechurchofchrist.org and click on the link for Minister Search Information. Information and instructions will be found at that link.


06/02/08 - Pulpit Minister

University Church of Christ is an urban congregation located near the University of Denver in Denver, Colorado. We are a congregation of about 300 ranging in age from infant to 95 plus years with a large representation of young families. We are seeking a congregational minister to work with us in reaching the lost and to help us grow in our efforts to worship, praise and honor God in our everyday lives. Therefore, strong Biblical teaching that focuses on God’s will and love for us is essential to our body. We desire a Godly family man with experience in working with a similar size congregation and formal education in the ministry. His personal life should reflect the teachings and attributes of Jesus as he nurtures his own family and ministers to others. He must be willing to work under the guidance of our elders and with our current ministry team. He must be knowledgeable in the Scriptures and capable of applying them in today’s world. He must love people and have a passion for the lost. Please send resume with a cover letter either to: ucoc-cmst@live.com or Congregational Minister Search Team c/o Edward Wittlif 1272 S. Eaton Street Lakewood, CO. 80232