Director of Youth and Family Ministry

Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church (ELCA) - “Serving Christ through Faith, Fellowship and Service” - seeks a full-time Director of “Youth and Family Ministry” for a congregation of approximately 750 baptized members.  Saint Andrew’s is located in Columbia, Missouri, home of the University of Missouri, Columbia College, and Stephen’s College.  Columbia continually ranks as one of America’s best small cities providing excellent health care facilities, award winning schools, and a wonderful park and recreation system. The Director is responsible for working with all aspects of youth and family ministries including the high school and college student ministries.  The Director should have proven organization skills and ability to recruit and lead adult volunteers in providing programs to all youth in the church community, including Sunday school and Vacation Bible School. As a program coordinator, the Director should have supervisory experience and demonstrated skills in developing ministries. Minimum qualifications for the Director include a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, experience in ministry related activities, experience working with a variety of age groups and willingness to be an integral part of the Saint Andrew’s community.  We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including continuing education.  For a full description of the job online, click here.  Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, including a statement of faith and vocation to ministry, resume, and names/contact information (including email addresses) for three to five professional references.  Information can be submitted via email to Director of Youth and Family Ministry Search Committee at pmoessner@saintandrewslutheran.org or by mail at Saint Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 914 West Blvd. South, Columbia, MO 65203.  Application should be submitted by 1 April 2008 for full consideration; however, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.