The Director of Congregational Development for the Illinois Great Rivers Conference will be responsible for developing strategies and resources for establishing innovative new faith communities and new church starts. This position works collaboratively with the Resident Bishop, Cabinet, Conference staff, and the Congregational Development Team to start new congregations and develop vitality in existing congregations.

The Illinois Great Rivers Conference is a community of diverse people that desires that all people experience God’s unconditional love for them; know that they are formed in that love; and are sent to live and share that love with others. The Conference is divided into 10 districts made up of more than 800 United Methodist Congregations.

The Director of Congregational Development will identify, assess, and recruit leadership to start new congregations and ministries, and to increase the vitality of existing churches. This role serves as a member of the Appointive Cabinet.

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The Illinois Great Rivers Conference of The United Methodist Church is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities. All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully completing background, reference, and other applicable checks.

Email resume and cover letter to jobs@gcfa.org

Closing Date: Friday, June 25, 2022

No Staffing Agencies or Recruitment Firms

Organization: Illinois Great Rivers Conference

Contact: Andrew Jordan

Phone: 629-777-4343

Closing Date: 06/25/2022

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