Director of Discipleship and Family Ministries

Purpose Statement: We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Director of Discipleship and Family Ministries to lead our efforts in nurturing spiritual growth and strengthening family engagement within our church and community. We are looking for someone to develop and oversee a clear discipleship pathway for adults, youth, and families that supports the continued spiritual growth and long-term health of the congregation. Waleska UMC is a growing, multi-generational United Methodist Church on the Campus of Reinhardt University.

Status: Part time position, 20-25 hours a week with seasonal fluctuations during major church events.

Reports to: Pastor and Staff Parish Relations Committee

Primary Responsibilities

Adult Discipleship Development

• Develop and implement a small group ministry strategy
• Recruit, train, and support small group leaders
• Launch new groups annually
• Coordinate seasonal church-wide studies and occasional seasonal adult classes
• Assist with assimilation of new members into discipleship pathways

Family and Youth Ministries

• Coordinate and lead confirmation ministry in collaboration with the Pastor
• Establish a sustainable youth ministry rhythm (middle and high school students)
• Work in conjunction with the Sunday morning Children’s Director to support and expand children’s ministry within the church and community.
• Develop parent engagement initiatives

· Volunteer and Event Leadership

• Provide leadership and coordination for major church events such as VBS, Trunk or Treat, Egg Hunt, and others.
• Recruit and develop volunteer leaders

Additional

• Assist in worship occasionally if qualified and requested
• Preach occasionally if qualified and requested
• Serve as the communication point person for your ministry areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong Christian faith and alignment with the theology of The United Methodist Church
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and develop volunteers
• Experience in discipleship, small group ministry, youth ministry, or related areas
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Bachelor’s Degree strongly encouraged
• Seminary training a plus, but not required
• A seminary student could also serve in this position, and possibility for ConEd.
• A discount for our Preschool is available.

Send resumes to Rev. Brian Smith at briansmith@waleskaumc.org