National search for Director, Strengthening the Black Church & Congregational Development, Peninsula-Delaware Conference

PENINSULA-DELAWARE CONFERENCE
OF THE THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

DIRECTOR, Strengthening the
Black Church & Congregational
Development

The Peninsula-Delaware Conference of the United Methodist Church is currently seeking applicants (laity or clergy) for the position of Director for Strengthening the Black Church & Congregational Development. The Director will be expected to develop goals and strategies in the following areas:

• Spiritual Gifts Assessment
• Worship
• Lay-Clergy Partnering
• Christian Education
• Evangelism
• Spiritual Disciplines
• Community Outreach Development
• New Church Development
• Vital Congregations

Duties include linking and networking with U.M. General agencies in relation to the African-American churches.

Qualifications include: a Masters Degree, experience in growing the local church, and expertise in visioning and goal setting. The position will require knowledge of United Methodist history and polity and familiarity with the conference structure and ministry strategy. This position requires travel and a valid driver’s license.

A resume and a letter indicating reasons for seeking the position, including reflections on the Position Description,* should be received by February 15, 2009. Please send all material to:

M. Cleeton
139 N. State Street
Dover, DE 19901
or by e-mail to: mcleeton@pen-del.org


*Applicants will need to call (1-877-736-3351) or e-mail Mrs. Cleeton to obtain a copy of the Position Description.