The Georgia College & State University Wesley Foundation is looking for a new Spirit filled director. The director will lead Wednesday night services geared toward college students. Also, the director will oversee accountability groups, Bible Studies, and Biblical counseling to students, if needed. The director will work close with local churches and the community to build relationships and support for the GC&SU Wesley. The deadline for resumes is July 18, 08. If interested, please contact Marc Thompson at 478-457-6864 or email @ mat17_99@yahoo.com.

A large, vibrant United Methodist Church in metropolitan Atlanta is seeking a person passionate about Christian education to develop and oversee ministries with Children. The successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter and strong team player with a proven record in ministry. Position requires an outgoing personality, the ability to relate well to children and adults, a strong personal faith in Jesus Christ, and the ability to recruit, resource, and support large numbers of volunteers to accomplish ministry. A calling to work with children is a must. A bachelor’s degree or commensurate work experience is required; compensation will be commensurate with education and experience. Send resumes, references, a statement of faith, and a philosophy of children ministries to HumanResource@CannonChurch.org.

Music Minister (Part Time 15-20 hr/wk)

The position involves designing, planning and leading worship with the pastor. Vinings UMC, located NW of Atlanta inside the perimeter, seeks to have blended worship with traditional and contemporary songs, a variety of musicians and utilizing the arts. The right person for this position will lead 2 worship services.

Main Tasks
1. Main task is to oversee and grow a powerful worship ministry that encourages people to offer their best, God given abilities to worship God through worship arts
2. Plan worship to match preaching/seasonal themes with the pastor
3. Lead worship on Sunday mornings and all special worship services (Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week Services). Other worship events, seminars, will be on a contract basis with payment of $75-$150 depending on the event and requirements.
4. Person applying for this job must have positive people skills and possess the ability to work collaboratively with a largely volunteer choir and altar committee.
5. Recruit and develop a choir. This will require that the music minister both schedule and conduct weekly choir rehearsal. Responsible for reaching out and recruiting persons into all areas of music and/or worship ministry (including personal contact) to grow the music ministry.
6. Assist in growing the church to support a growing music ministry
7. Utilizing the arts in all facets of worship including, but not limited to drama, dance, visual arts, music, etc.
8. Monthly hymn/communion service at the local nursing home (includes lunch after church). Third Sunday a month from 1 pm-1:30 pm.
9. Creates and oversees music budget (the ability to work with a limited budget)
10. Monthly Church leadership team meetings (or a report for the meeting if cannot attend).
11. Assists in coordinating all non-Sunday morning Worship Ministry as needed (such as funerals, seasonal events, revivals, Easter, Christmas, Holy Week, retreats, etc.)


Required Skills and Background

1. Must play the piano or organ proficiently, preferably both instruments. Must be comfortable with both contemporary and traditional worship music. Skills and Background should include technical competence in choral conducting; familiarity with church music; skills vocal coaching; positive people skills; good organizational skills; some knowledge of audio & video technology used in worship. The church strongly prefers formal training and education in music with experience in a local church.
2. Familiarity with audio equipment and the ability to train a sound operator if needed
3. Must be aware of and request funds for continuing education. Emphasis should be given to worship & music training offered through the United Methodist Church
4. Vacation Days – 2 are allowed per year and the music minister will find a suitable replacement.

Interested individuals should submit a resume to Dr. Mary Ellen Brantley, Staff Parish Relations Committee, Vinings United Methodist Church, brantleyhouse@charter.net. For more information, please contact Dr. Brantley at 770-803-6404.

Vinings United Methodist Church
3101 Paces Mill Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30339
www.viningsumc.org
770-436-4843

McKendree United Methodist Church is looking for a Part-Time Associate Music Director. McKendree is a 1,800 member Church located in Lawrenceville. The Associate Music Director assists the Worship Leader and is responsible for coordinating and directing the children’s music program. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a program containing courses in music. Must enjoy and have experience working with Children. Apply to anobs@charter.net

Rock Springs United Methodist Church seeks an energetic person who is devoted to Christ to provide leadership to ministries to youth, children, and their families. The position is part-time with flexibility about office hours. Sundays include two worship services, Sunday School, and UMYF.

The Minister to Youth/Children coordinates leadership for Sunday School and UMYF, plans special studies, retreats, and fellowship opportunities. To apply please submit a resume to admin@rsumc.org

Full-time Associate Director for African American Ministries, Kentucky Annual Conference.
Send resumes by August 30 to Tom Eblen, 921 Beasley St. STE 150, Lexington, KY 40509, e-mail nccdky@gmail.com, or call 859-294-9154 ext. 105

McEachern Memorial UMC in Powder Springs, Georgia seeks an individual to fill the Executive Church Secretary position. Primary responsibilities include managing and organizing the church office, scheduling and communication tasks. Key aspects of this position include maintaining church records, greeting individuals who enter the church office and providing a positive, Christ-like atmosphere. The candidate should possess skills such as: knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (including MS Publisher), effective verbal and written communication skills, enjoy working with people, present a caring and flexible attitude, and lead a Christ-centered life. A full job description is available upon request. Please submit your resume and cover letter to: Deborah Gibson at mitgibson1@aol.com by July 7th 5pm EST.

Brooks United Methodist Church is seeking a music and worship minister. Brooks UMC is a 500 member congregation in south Fayette County that is committed to excellence in ministry through music. Recent music ministries include a Robert Shaw piece as well as a presentation of Handel’s Messiah.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for doing holistic music ministry. The Music ministry includes but is not limited to a twenty member chancel choir, hand bell choir, two children’s choirs, and responsibility in assisting and leading worship. A passionate staff serves Brooks UMC that takes pride in its ability and effectiveness in working together. The Director of Music Ministries is vital at Brooks UMC because of the role they play within the life of each ministry.
If God has placed within you a calling for reaching people for Jesus Christ through music, please contact the Reverend Derek Porter at 119 Morgan Mill Road Brooks, Georgia 30205 or at dporter@brooksumc.com.
Please include a resume, statement of faith, and a philosophy of music ministry.

This is a part time position, requiring approximately 25-30 hours per week, Monday through Friday beginning in August. Teachers must be certified. Seeking teacher that is continuing to grow in their spiritual walk, being able to share the love of Christ with their class. Must have a passion for teaching and loving children in a Christ like manner. Ratios are 2 teachers to 16 students. Please contact Heather Clark at info@parkwaypreschool.org or 678-513-3909.

Locust Grove United Methodist Church is seeking a part-time Director of the Preschool. The ideal candidate will be of strong Christian character and have the necessary background to plan and direct the operation of the facility and developmental programs which impact on the growth and development of children from ages 1 – 4 years. Previous experience in a comparable position is preferred but not necessary. Applications will be accepted through July 9, 2008. A full job description is posted at http://www.locustgroveumc.com/. Please forward cover letter and resume to LGUMC, Attn: Director of the Preschool Selection, 211 Peeksville Road, P.O. Box 277, Locust Grove, Georgia 30248 or by email to lgumc@bellsouth.net. Salary is negotiable and commensurate with background and experience.