Faith Formation Coordinator

Christian Courier; Guelph; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Water Street Church of Guelph is seeking a Faith Formation Coordinator to guide the faith formation team and support broader church ministries. The role emphasizes fostering spiritual growth across all ages, with emphasis on youth and volunteers who contribute to church life.

The coordinator will work closely with pastoral staff and an office administrator, aligning with doctrinal standards and church life while ensuring effective program delivery and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience in faith formation or education is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated love for the Church.
• Solid knowledge of Scripture and Reformed doctrine.
• Good administrative and organizational abilities.
• Effective teaching and team collaboration.
• Vulnerable Sector Police Check required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the faith formation team (FFT) to guide church ministries.
• Support and encourage faith formation and spiritual growth for all ages, especially youth.
• Collaborate with Pastor and office administrator in pastoral ministry.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Teaching skills

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Position Profile

2023 is a new year and we are excited to announce that we are looking for a Faith Formation Coordinator (FFC) to be a part of our next chapter at Water Street Church. We are seeking an individual who has a heart for supporting and encouraging faith formation and spiritual growth among people of all ages, but especially among the younger members of our church family. The FFC will lead the faith formation team (FFT) which guides and supports our church ministries, which are led by an army of volunteers that speak into the lives of our church family.

Congregational Profile

Water Street Church of Guelph is a multi-generational fellowship of believers. We are committed to be a loving community, led by the Holy Spirit, where people come to know God, follow Jesus and serve our world. Feel free to check out our website https://waterstreetchurch.ca or Facebook page for more information.

Doctrinal Standards

This individual must subscribe to the doctrinal standards of the Christian Reformed Church in North America and will be expected, as part of our church family, to worship regularly with us as part of participating in our church life.

Qualifications and Skills

• Post-secondary education relevant to the position with a Master's degree being preferred.
• Related experience is an asset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Possessing and demonstrating a love for the Church
• Good knowledge of Scripture and Reformed Christian doctrine
• Good administrative and organizational skills
• Effective teaching skills and ability to collaborate in team work
• Acceptable Vulnerable Sector Police Check must be provided

Working Conditions and Accountability

This is a full-time position (ie. 75 paid hours bi-weekly). Hours of work will have some flexibility but will include some evenings and availability for weekend special events from time to time. Water Street Church is currently led by Pastor Kasey Vanderveen (Specialized Transitional Minister) and an office administrator on staff. The FFC works with the Pastor and office administrator as part of our pastoral ministry team and will report to Consistory.

Compensation

This position comes with a competitive salary and benefit package. Details can be obtained by contacting the Clerk of Water Street Church (email below).