District Executive Minister Michigan District

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The Michigan District comprises 20 congregations, including all of the lower peninsula of Michigan north of the southern tier of counties. Camp Brethren Heights is associated with the district and the district office location is negotiable. The district is theologically diverse and creative, biblically centered leadership with a broad, unifying perspective is desired to find the common foundation to continue to build God’s Kingdom together.

This 1/2-time position (approximately 25 hours per week) is currently available. Travel is required both within and outside of district.

RESPONSIBILITIES include three main focus areas:

Direction, coordination, management, and leadership of the district program, as authorized by District Conference and implemented by the District Leadership Team.

Work with the congregations in the calling and credentialing of ministers and in the placement/call and evaluation of pastoral staff. Providing support and counsel for ministers and other church leaders, sharing and interpreting of program resources for the congregation.

Providing an important and crucial link between the congregations and the district and the wider church by working collaboratively with the Council of District Executives, the Annual Conference, its agencies, and their staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ordained through accredited program, Master of Divinity preferred

Personal skills in organization, administration and communication

Committed to the Church of the Brethren locally and denominationally, along with ecumenical skills

Demonstrated leadership skills

Pastoral experience preferred

Biblical leadership

Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a letter of interest and resume to Nancy Sollenberger Heishman, Director, Office of Ministry, via email at officeofministry@brethren.org

. Applicants are requested to contact 3 or 4 persons willing to provide a letter of reference. Upon receipt of the resume, the individual will be sent a Candidate profile that must be completed and returned before the application is considered complete. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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