Our Mission Statement: “Rooted First in Worship, learning, and hospitality, we are sent forth in the power of the Spirit, to witness to Christ and to serve others, both in our households and in the wider community.”

Job Title: Coordinator of Faith Formation

The Coordinator of Faith Formation at First Evangelical Lutheran Church is a full-time, lay or rostered position. The Coordinator will demonstrate a passion for life-long faith formation in a creative and forward-thinking manner that is responsive to FELC Mission Goals and the congregation's needs. The Coordinator will organize, develop, and facilitate robust, engaging, and flexible faith formation opportunities and activities for all ages in partnership with the Faith Formation Ministry Team. This is a new position that brings the opportunity for visionary planning and relationship building to build a solid foundation for the future.

Professional Responsibilities

  • Coordinate guided learning and faith-building activities for all ages
  • Lead the Faith Formation Ministry Team
  • Encourage faith-based relationships for all ages
  • Develop and promote daily and developmentally appropriate routines for spiritual growth
  • Participate regularly in weekly worship services

Experience/Background

  • Essential:
    • Understanding and communicating the principles of the Lutheran faith
    • Working collaboratively with others to achieve defined objectives
    • Articulating the importance of faith in your life
    • Communicating effectively via writing, speaking, and e-communication
    • Interacting effectively with various ages and interest groups, individually and collectively
  • Recommended:
    • Post-secondary education with coursework in theological study
    • Experience in program management
    • Experience in ministry leadership

Required Competencies

  • Brings a background of experience, coursework, and competencies to support the essential skills
  • Demonstrates a high level of organization
  • Thinks strategically and creatively
  • Balances daily tasks with long-term visionary work
  • Enthusiastically supports new ideas coupled with the ability to follow through to completion
  • Balances the interests of differing perspectives and varied needs
  • Demonstrates strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills

The salary range of $60,000-$75,000 plus benefits, depending on experience. Hours will include office hours during the week, Sunday mornings, a weekday evening, and occasional overnight trips.

Please send a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to:

Pastor Garrett Struessel, Senior Pastor
Amy Ley, Personnel Committee Chair
PO Box 327
Longmont, CO 80502

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