Clergy position of Hispanic/Latino church planter
Category: Help WantedThe Kansas West Conference announces an opening for
Clergy position of Hispanic/Latino Church Planter
Requirements for applicants:
o Fluent in Spanish and English;
o Experience in Hispanic/multicultural ministry;
o Passionate about reaching unchurched persons for Christ;
o Ability to work well with people of diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds, both Hispanic and Anglo;
o Ability to relate to people of diverse theological and generational perspectives;
o Be an innovator with passion toward fulfilling the shared vision of an inclusive conference;
o Proven fruitfulness in developing and growing a new church start or redeveloping an existing congregation;
o Experience working cooperatively in a team setting;
o A self-starter who also demonstrates ability to work in consultation with a District Superintendent, conference new church development staff, and coach;
o Willingness to consult with others in this field who may provide guidance and information;
o Well-grounded in the history and tradition of the United Methodist Church and committed to its doctrine and polity;
o Trained in processes and models of new church starts and development in today¹s world;
o Strong sense of call to this ministry.
To apply, send a letter with current resume, three professional references and contact information to: Rev. Kent M. Melcher
Area Superintendent for New Church Development
4201 SW 15th Street
Topeka, KS. 66604
kmelcher@kansaseast.org
(785) 272-9111
In your letter, please include the following information:
1. Immigration Status: U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident, or Type of Visa.
2. If a clergy member of United Methodist Conference in the U.S. or an affiliated Conference outside the U.S., is your Bishop aware you are applying? Bishop's name?
3. The name of your Annual Conference and your membership status.
Interested applicants should note that the review of applications will begin December 1, 2009 and continue until the appointment is made.
