Harding School of Theology: a seminary in Memphis

NOTE: Churches of Christ are welcome to submit ministry opportunities for this site. At the end of three months, 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 hstadmissions@hst.edu or via fax to (901) 761-1358. Harding School of Theology reserves the right to edit any posting and we cannot include gender, marital status or age requirements in any posting.

5/23/13 Preaching Minister / Evangelist

The Johnson Avenue Church of Christ first organized in 1947 and has been meeting in the same location in El Cajon, CA (a suburb of San Diego) since 1953.  This church family is a diverse group of close-knit believers with approximately 270 assembling each Sunday, including a growing Spanish language congregation.  The church, led by 4 elders and served by13 deacons, is dedicated to the work of the Lord, is known for solid biblical teaching, personal evangelism, family atmosphere, and exceptional a cappella singing.  The church plans to break ground on a new building within 1 – 2 years.  Email Resumes to j.nathan.bell@gmail.com  Please visit our website for more information: http://www.elcajonchurchofchrist.org/ or Johnson Avenue CoC Preaching Minister Job Description

5/17/13 Evangelist/Minister

Sixteenth Ave. Church of Christ (www.sterlingchurchofchrist.org) Sterling IL 61081. Looking for Evangelist/minister to work with a 100 plus congregation located in Northwest IL.  We currently have two Elders and six Deacons.  Ideally we are looking for a family that wants to make a long term commitment and who would want to raise their family in the Midwest.  We are looking for someone who not only would handle his church ministerial duties but also be involved in community and school activities. We provide a comfortable three bedroom ranch home located near our church building which can easily sit 350 people.  Salary would be based experience and accomplishments.  Please send your inquires and/or resume to rkramosk@amfam.com.

5/17/13 Youth Minister

Friendship Church of Christ in Olive Branch, MS www.fscoc.org Come work with a young congregation of over seventy-five families in one of the fastest growing areas in the country, DeSoto County, Mississippi. We are a relatively new church fellowship, planted in February ’05. Currently, we have a normal Sunday morning attendance of over 170, including over 60 children and teenagers! In February ‘08, we moved into our new church building centrally located among both established and new residential areas.  We have had two building expansions since our initial move in ’08. Our growth potential is very exciting. We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic full-time youth minister to serve alongside two ministers, three elders, and thirteen deacons. If you are passionate about ministering to teenagers, excited about congregational worship and personal devotion, hungry to reach the lost, and willing to embrace new technologies and ministries, we would like to hear from you. Please provide a resume, references, and at least one audio or video recording of your teaching or preaching (tape, CD, DVD, mp3, etc.). Salary is negotiable. If you have a written “Philosophy of Ministry”, please include that as well. Also reference any website or blog you maintain if you wish it to be reviewed. Interested individuals should contact us in any of these ways:

By email: resumes@fscoc.org
By phone: 662-890-9022
By US Mail: Minister Search Team
Friendship Church of Christ
3250 Pleasant Hill Rd.
Olive Branch, MS  38654

5/16/13 Evangelist

Landmark church of Christ is a 250 member congregation in Kaufman Texas located about 30 minutes southeast of Dallas Texas. We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic evangelist to work with our congregation. The evangelist candidate should be doctrinally sound in the faith, willing to work in the community, teach in home bible lessons and preach on a regular basis. Landmark church of Christ is an established congregation with elders and deacons recognized in the last eighteen months. Please send resume and sermon sample to landmarkchurchofchrist@gmail.com or Evangelist Search Committee PO Box 430 Kaufman TX 75142.

5/9/13 Pulpit Minister/Evangelist

The elders at Highland Church of Christ in Bakersfield, CA, are seeking applicants for the position of Pulpit Minister/Evangelist to serve full time starting in June or July 2013. Ours is a well-established Biblical congregation that has 4 elders, 7 deacons, full time youth minister, youth ministry, deaf ministry, and a very active congregation. We are seeking a man well grounded in the Bible who is excited about reaching the lost for Jesus. Interested applicants are encouraged to send their resume, biography and references to:

Highland Church of Christ Elders
% Steve Jensen
11101 Cave Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93312
steve@highlandcoc.net
www.highlandcoc.net

5/8/13 Full time Minister

Sunset Avenue Church of Christ in Madera, California is seeking a full-time minister. Madera is located in the central San Joaquin Valley, 20 miles north of Fresno. We are seeking a preacher-evangelist to work with our congregation of 125 plus members. The responsibilities of the position include: preaching, teaching Bible classes and participating in the life of our church family. It also includes major evangelistic efforts in the community.  Applicants should complete the following  a letter of intent, a standard application, submit a resume, and provide three letters of recommendation relative to the position. All applications will be promptly processed and acknowledged. Please mail or e-mail all correspondence to:
Sunset Avenue Church of Christ
600 Orchard Avenue
Madera, CA 93637
Attention: Grady Billington, Elder

E-mail address is: sunsetavenuechurchofchrist@gmail.com

5/7/13 Pulpit Minister

Lake Oconee, located near the towns of Greensboro, GA and Madison, GA, is the 2nd largest lake in Georgia.  Lake Oconee Church of Christ is located in an area where there are 9 golf courses.  Seven of the courses are located in the retirement community of Reynolds Plantation.  You can visit Plantation at reynoldsplantation.com.  Church membership averages 35.  The age range is from 30 to 80 years.  The Church has no Elders.  The Trustees conduct the business of the Church.  The Church was established in the area in 1997. Preacher financial arrangement will be determined with applicant.  The Church does not have minister housing.  For more information, contact Jim Pirtle at  jepssp@aol.com.

5/2/13 Full Time Female Youth Minister

The Church of Christ at White Station in Memphis, TN is searching for a full-time female youth minister for a large, active youth group.  All interested applicants can click on http://www.cocws.org/real-friends/youth to get complete information about our church and its youth group as well as a link to the full job description and application.  Contact information is provided on the link as well.

4/29/13 Full-time Minister

The Spearman Church of Christ in Spearman, Texas 79081 is needing a full time minister immediately or when available.  We are a congregation of about 125 in a town of about 3500.  Very good age demographics. Contact Jimmy Greene, greranch@ptsi.net

4/29/13 Full-time Pulpit Minister

The congregation of the Church of Christ in Sonora, Texas is seeking a family oriented, full time pulpit minister, who is sound in doctrine.  Situated on the western edge of the Hill Country, sixty-five miles south of San Angelo, Sonora is home to approximately 3,500 people.  Strong leadership skills are necessary in order to continue the success of the children’s outreach program on Wednesday nights.  A parsonage is available and salary is negotiable, based on experience.  If interested or for additional information, send inquiries or resumes to Clyde Dukes at jayclydedukes@gmail.com.

4/26/13 Full-time Pulpit Minister

The WestRidge Church of Christ, a forward-looking congregation of 150 in Pocahontas, Arkansas, is seeking a full-time pulpit minister to be involved with a group of believers who strive to encourage each other and serve this northeast Arkansas community.  We are God Seekers who believe we are saved by grace through our faith.  A majority of our members are involved in various ministries as we believe we all have gifts and talents that we can use as part of the body.  If you feel we can mutually edify each other, we would love to hear from you.

Please send a resume with references, along with audio copies of three separate sermons to the WestRidge Church of Christ, PO Box 71, Pocahontas, AR 72455.

Website:  www.westridgechurchofchrist.org  Contact: office@westridgechurchofchrist.org

4/22/13 Full-time or Part time Preacher

The Security Church of Christ in Colorado Springs, Colorado is currently searching for a part-time or full-time preacher. We are located next to Fort Carson, NORAD, and Peterson AFB. Our current membership of 25-30 consists mostly of senior-aged members. The job duties would include preaching the Sunday morning and evening sermons and teaching either the Sunday or Wednesday Bible classes on a semi-regular basis.  With the assistance of the membership, he would also conduct Bible studies and other personal work.  We expect the preacher to put into practice what is preached according to the Word and be an example in motivating and encouraging the membership to bring others to Christ. We do not currently have elders so decisions are made at Men’s Business Meetings. We are currently able to provide a small salary between $2500 and $3000.  We hope this could be increased as the minister assists us in growing the membership to serve the Lord.  We do not have a parsonage.  As such the applicant may need to obtain other income or support.

Please send a resume to: Security church of Christ, Attn: Preacher Search Committee, P.O. Box 5022, Colorado Springs, CO 80931 or email at mail@securitychurchofchrist.org

4/15/13 Children’s Minister

The Lake Cities Church of Christ in Trophy Club, Texas is searching for a part-time Children’s Minister. The Children’s Minister will coordinate parents and volunteers in the spiritual development of children from birth through 5^th grade.  They will create weekly environments that lead children into a growing relationship with God.  He or she should be a passionate communicator of God’s love.  Using age appropriate language, media, and creative arts they should captivate student with the message and ministry of Christ.  The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, have experience working in a Children’s ministry, and be a member of the church of Christ.

Click here for Lake Cities Part Time Children’s Minister Job Description, or contact Jeff Brooks at lakecitieschurch@gmail.com.  Interested parties should send a cover letter, resume, and list of references.

4/10/13 Evangelist – Pulpit

If you would like to take on an evangelistic challenge that will put your evangelistic skills to the test, then please consider the work at the Sesser Church of Christ, Sesser, Illinois. Sesser is a small town of 2200 in rural, southern Illinois. It is well established in its family and religious ties. The evangelistic work requires some special talents to overcome family and religious ties in order to present the simplicity of the Gospel of Christ. You will find great satisfaction in knowing that you are helping to build up a much in need congregation of the Lord’s people. The congregation will be eternally grateful to you. You will find Sesser as a wonderful and secure community in which to enjoy family life and to provide an education for children in a school district ranked as one of the best in the country. You will find the church here as the friendliest and most loving congregation in town. Though small in number, about 35, the church is big in heart.  Salary: $35,000. The church is longing for an evangelist who can set the church in order and anchor it to the word of God. Go to sesser.org  to learn about our town and rendlake.com to learn about one of the most attractive lakes around.

For more information, contact Ray Christman at leftyray@frontier.com.  Sesser Church of Christ 110 W. Stamper, Sesser, IL 62884 618-218-4149 sesserchurchofchrist.org

4/9/13 Youth Minister

The Spring Creek Church of Christ is located in Tomball, Texas. We are a growing congregation of about 220 members in a growing area of northwest Houston. As a 10 year old congregation, we are excited about how God is moving and looking for someone to help shape this important part of our family. The Spring Creek Church of Christ is looking for a Christ-centered man to join our family as youth minister. Spring Creek is seeking a man who displays a growing, Christ-like character. Has a healthy theology – including a good knowledge of the Bible and how to apply it to life. He is willing to work within Spring Creek’s vision and purpose. Spring Creek views every ministry as a part of an integrated commitment to looking like Jesus. Every ministry must connect people to Jesus, to the church family, to worship, to Bible study, and to our community and who is willing to invest their skills and talents in promoting and modeling spiritual growth.

Interested men should email a resume, including references, and a one to two page philosophy of ministry to youthteam@springcreekchurchofchrist.org. Our address is 14847 Brown Road, Tomball, Texas 77377. Call 281-351-1234 or visit us at www.springcreekchurchofchrist.org for more information.

4/8/13 Family Life Minister

The Longmont Church of Christ in Longmont, Colorado seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic family life minister that understands the importance of relationships in the Body of Christ to build up our saints. We are looking for a candidate with at least 2 years of experience and appropriate Bible education. The minister should be interested in evangelism and in helping provide leadership for the spiritual growth of our members. We are a growing congregation of 300+ members in a beautiful community north of Denver, Colorado. The family life minister would be part of a strong team including the senior minister, the youth minister, an established eldership, and serving deacons. We offer salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Send resume to Minister Search Committee, MinisterSearch@LongmontCOC.org or www.longmontcoc.org/ministersearch for more information.

4/8/13 Full-time Minister

The Westside Church of Christ in Baltimore, MD is looking for a full-time Minister to work with our elders and deacon to care for the congregation and the local community. We are seeking an energetic Minister to work with us as we build the congregation spiritually and numerically.

The candidate will have a verifiable record of sound biblical preaching and teaching skills, be able to effectively communicate that knowledge, and continually challenge the congregation with scriptural wisdom, insight and practical application. We desire a married man with at least ten years of experience in evangelism and preaching who will be active in the community.  The number of years of experience is not a hard requirement.  We are located in Windsor Mill Maryland, a suburb of Baltimore. The congregation has existed, at this location, since 1974. We are a multicultural congregation of God’s people. We currently have approximately 125 members—85 English speaking and 40 Spanish speaking. Candidates need not be Spanish speaking but certainly must have the ability to relate to Christians from different ethnic groups. Salary with benefits is negotiable.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your resume along with a brief essay in response to the question below. Mail or e-mail resume and essay to minister-search@wscocbaltmd.org Westside Church of Christ, 7009 Johnnycake Road, Baltimore, MD 21244

4/4/13 Preaching Minister

4/1/13 Full-time Preaching Minister

Watertown Church of Christ in Watertown, NY has an opening for a Full-time Preaching Minister. Click here to read more.

3/29/13 Summer 2013 Youth Ministry Intern

The Church of Christ in Quincy, IL an opening for a youth ministry intern for the Summer of 2013. This is a paid position that last for 10 weeks, beginning near the end of May. We are seeking a young man that is led by the Spirit and desires to grow from this experience and have a lasting impact on our teens. If you are interested in applying please email your resume to jeremy.schopper@gmail.com. Please take a moment to learn more about the church at http://www.quincychurch.com.

3/20/13 Full time Pulpit Minister

The Collinsville Church of Christ is a congregation of approximately 200 members in a suburb of Tulsa, OK.  The congregation is shepherded by 4 elders, served by 6 deacons and a full-time youth/family minister.  The congregation, acting as a whole, is searching for a full-time pulpit minister/evangelist who will nurture, uplift and spur members to grow in their spiritual lives. For more information about this job opportunity, go to Pulpit Minister

3/19/13 Church Planter

North Boulevard Church of Christ is looking for an evangelistic entrepreneur to lead in the opening of a satellite campus for North Boulevard in a fast-growing area of Rutherford County, Tennessee. This person will ultimately lead the satellite to full independence as a new church plant. He will also lead in planting other churches from the new church. North Boulevard will fully support the minister and the new church until it is mature and ready to stand on its own. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to join a church-planting renewal with the full support of a very large congregation committed to being used as a tool of God in a great world-wide spiritual awakening. For more information, contact Don Daniel at donaldgloria@comcast.net, Tony Holt at tholt@nblvd.org, Bob Webb at bwebb@webbsrefreshments.com, David Young at dyoung@nblvd.org.

3/15/13 Minister

The Marysville Church of Christ located in Marysville, Ohio is currently seeking a minister who defines his ministry as preaching, teaching, and equipping others to service.  We are a congregation of 175+ attendance that is seeking to grow. The ideal candidate should have an in-depth knowledge of God’s Word, hold fast to Biblical truths and be able to effectively communicate those truths for the edification of the congregation and growth of the church.  Additionally, he should relate well to young people and be effective in handling family and marriage issues.  Under the oversight of four Elders, he and his family should be active in church ministries and in the lives of individual members of the congregation. For additional information on this position, including job description, community location and congregation activities, please refer to the following link:  http://www.marysvillecoc.com/ministersearch/

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your resume, and a concise statement (1-2) pages that characterizes your current ministry efforts and style. Please e-mail this information to:  Church of Christ Minister Search Committee  dgallagher@marysvillecoc.com

3/14/13 College Ministry Intern

The Woodland Hills Church of Christ in Cordova, TN is searching for a college/young professionals intern. This is a paid position that lasts for 10 weeks, starting near the end of May. Applicants should be interested in leading a group of 15–30 young adults, and have the ability to teach, preach, organize events and coordinate with the pulpit and youth ministers. The church is looking for a charismatic leader with effective communication skills.

If you think you fit this description, please email a copy of your résumé to tsmith@woodlandhillschurch.com with “Internship” in the subject line. You may also call the church office at (901)755–7709.

3/13/13 Associate Minister of Youth and Body Life

Church in the Falls, a congregation of 175, located in scenic Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio is now accepting resumes for the position of Associate Minister of Youth & Body Life.  This is a full-time position beginning June 1, 2013, the salary is negotiable based on education and experience.  For preferred qualifications and  job description please visit http://www.churchinthefalls.org/employment/

Interested applicants may submit cover letter and resume in pdf format to:  associateminister.citf@gmail.com or you mail the same to: Church in the Falls Attn: Search Committee 837 Chestnut Blvd. Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221

 3/13/13 Full Time Minister

The Glen Arvin Avenue Church of Christ, 427 Glen Arvin Avenue, Lexington, Kentucky, seeks a devoted, mature man of God for full-time Minister. He must be a prayer warrior, focused on preaching and teaching the Gospel. Other attributes required: excellent leadership skills, Church program development, visionary, outstanding organization skills, effective communication, and promotion of positive congregational interaction. The candidate should have a supportive wife. A strong interest in community outreach, acceptable business knowledge, and the capability to provide training and evangelistic efforts leading to church growth are of great importance.

Resume’ submission now. Interviews begin May 1, 2013; hire date: August 1, 2013.  Contact: Vaughn Little, 2400 Chimney Point Lane, Lexington, Kentucky, 40509; 859-552-5862 Email to:  vaughnlittle@rocketmail.com

3/5/13 Pulpit Minister

Pulpit minister needed for the West Side Church of Christ in Searcy, Arkansas. Send letter of interest and resume to: West Side Church of Christ, 702 West Center, Searcy, AR, 72149. Resumes will be received through April 15. Specific questions may be directed to Daniel Adams danieladamsink@gmail.com.

3/4/13 Youth Ministry Intern

The Tri-Lakes Church of Christ in Monument, Colorado is currently seeking a Youth Ministry Intern for the Summer of 2013. We are a congregation of approximately 250 people with an active youth ministry program of approximately 25 teens led by a Youth Deacon and our Pulpit Minister.  We are located along the Colorado front range of the Rocky Mountains about 15 miles north of Colorado Springs.  An application for this position can be found on our website at www.trilakeschurch.org.

2/22/13 Pulpit Minister

The church of Christ at Mission Viejo, CA is currently praying for God to send His man to serve with us. We are looking for a minister who defines his ministry as preaching, teaching and equipping others to serve. We are a service oriented multicultural church of approximately 250 that wants to grow. We are seeking a person that is humble and follows Christ’s example of love and service. He must have an in-depth knowledge of God’s Word, hold fast to Biblical truths and be able to effectively communicate those truths for the edification of the congregation and growth of the church. We are seeking a person who has had at least 10 years full time pulpit experience. Additionally, he must be able to relate well to young people and be effective in handling family and marriage issues and he must be willing to serve under the guidance and authority of the elders.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please down load and fill out the “Pulpit Minister Employment Application” on our website www.mvchurch.org. You may email it to ministersearch@mvchurch.org or mail it to us. If you have an example (Audio, video media or YouTube link, etc…) of one of your sermons please include it.

 2/21/13 Pulpit Minister

The Cullman Church of Christ, Cullman, Alabama, is seeking a dynamic Pulpit/Pastoral Minister with the ability to motivate the congregation with a fresh, thought provoking, and compelling sermon(s) each week.  The candidate has the experience and skills necessary to develop strong interpersonal relationships, and has the desire to lovingly reach out to the congregation and the community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Any applicant should send his resume to cullmancofcministersearch@gmail.com. For more information, go to Cullman Church of Christ Minister Qualifications