JOB OPPORTUNITIES

The Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership is now seeking a new English-Language Coordinator for Ministry Training Programs. The coordinator will work directly with the Director of the Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership to coordinate current and future English-Language ministry training and development programs for the Church of the Brethren through the Brethren Academy. This position is half-time and may be a good companion ministry for an ordained person who is serving elsewhere less than full-time. While this position requires some travel, it does not require relocation. Candidates should have at least five years of pastoral ministry experience and be ordained in the Church of the Brethren; Master of Divinity degree is preferred. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested candidates should send their resumes, a letter of interest, and contact information for three references by email to: Janet L. Ober Lambert, Director Brethren Academy for Ministerial Leadership 615 National Road West Richmond, IN 47374 academysearch@bethanyseminary.edu.

The Virlina District seeks a full-time time district executive minister. The position will be available beginning December of 2022. The district office is in Roanoke, Virginia. Responsibilities include: Direction, coordination, management, and leadership of the district ministries, as authorized by the district conference and implemented by the district board; working with the congregations in calling and credentialing ministers, and in the placement/call and evaluation of pastoral staff; providing support and counsel for ministers and other church leaders, and sharing and interpreting program resources for congregations; providing an important link between congregations and the district and denomination by working collaboratively with the Council of District Executives, the Annual Conference, the Agencies, and their staff. Candidates should be ordained through accredited program, Master of Divinity degree preferred; have personal skills in organization, administration, and communication; be committed to the Church of the Brethren locally and denominationally and willing to work ecumenically; have demonstrated leadership skills; pastoral experience preferred.

Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a letter of interest and resume to Nancy Sollenberger Heishman, Director of Ministry, via email at officeofministry@brethren.org. Applicants are requested to contact three persons who are willing to provide a letter of reference. Upon receipt of the resume, the individual will be sent a candidate profile that must be completed and returned before the application is considered complete. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

The South/Central Indiana District, which comprises 40 congregations in the middle of the state of Indiana and represents a wide range of theological views, is seeking a district executive minister. The DEM’s commitment to Jesus Christ and the scriptures is essential. This full-time position is available Sept. 5. Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a letter of interest and a resume to: Nancy Sollenberger Heishman, Office of Ministry, 1451 Dundee Avenue Elgin, IL 60120, or officeofministry@brethren.org. Applicants will be asked to complete a Candidate Profile on receipt of resume. Applicants are requested to contact three or four persons to provide a letter of reference.

The Church of the Brethren seeks applicants for the full-time, salaried position of managing editor of Brethren Press. The managing editor manages the publishing projects and production schedule for Brethren Press; supervises the work of contracted writers, editors, designers, and others; edits and typesets selected publications; and handles acquisitions and permissions. Qualifications include experience in project management, excellent writing and editing skills, strong organizational abilities, and the capability to become deeply informed about the identity and beliefs of the Church of the Brethren. A bachelor’s degree is required, and a master’s degree in a related field, such as divinity or biblical studies, is preferred. The managing editor is expected to work proficiently in Microsoft products, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, and Access. The position is based at the Church of the Brethren General Offices in Elgin, Ill.; location is negotiable. A position description will be provided upon request. Applications will be reviewed and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Apply by sending a cover letter and resume’ to COBApply@brethren.org; Office of Human Resources, Church of the Brethren, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120 ; 800-323-8039 ext. 367.

The National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA (NCC) seeks applicants for the position of director of communications. This position is based at the NCC headquarters in Washington, D.C. The director of communications is responsible for all of the NCC’s outward messaging including press statements, social media, website, multimedia, and weekly email newsletter. Find the full job description at https://nationalcouncilofchurches.us/ncc-seeks-a-director-of-communications. Apply by sending a cover letter and resume’/CV to jobs@nationalcouncilofchurches.us.