The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Mid-America
is seeking candidates for the position of
Transitional Regional Minister Team Member-Northwest

Qualifications:

An ordained minister with standing in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Enough congregational experience to relate/resonate with pastors and congregations
Adept at forming relationships quickly
A team player
Good communication skills
Good administration and organization skills
Experience in administrating the search and call system helpful, but not mandatory
Skilled in communications
Availability for travel

A successful candidate for this position is one who has knowledge and experience with regard to racial diversity, and/or willingness to grow in this area.

To apply: please contact

Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Mid-America
Reverend Dr. G Mike Weinman
mike-olaccma@sbcglobal.net
417-865-0850
500 South Ave.
Springfield, MO 65806

Application deadline:

October 15, 2015

Job Description
Transitional Regional Minister Team Member

             Vision.        The Mid-America Region is envisioned as a continuously
                                 developing network of relationships that includes broader
                                 and deeper participation by congregations, ministers, and
                                 laity in congregational clusters, learning communities, and
                                 shared mission and ministries.

            Mission.      The Mid-America Region’s mission is to provide resources
and support for congregations, individually and collectively,
                        as they seek to be more faithful, effective, and sustainable
                        in the mission to which God calls us.

Values.   In keeping with Ephesians 4:11-12, Mid-America Disciples
affirm the core values of true community (mutual support)
                      and accountability), deep Christian spirituality, and passion
                      for justice.

Geographical location: St. Joseph/Cameron, MO – relates specifically to northwest part of Missouri

Accountable to: CCMA personnel committee and governance board

Ministry duties:

Communicate and embody the Region’s vision, mission, and values
Administrate the search and call system
Provide pastoral care for the ordained and commissioned ministers and their families
Attend clergy cluster meetings and provide additional support for the clusters
Be available for Sunday preaching and other relationship building opportunities in the congregations
Conduct ordinations and installations of new ministers
Be available to congregations for conflict mediation
Participate fully in Regional Minister Team staff meetings
Attend Regional Board meetings and Regional Assemblies
Attend Commission on the Ministry meetings
Provide staff support for ministries assigned to portfolio (by negotiated agreement among the team)