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Kent UMC: F/T Director of Discipleship Ministries

Kent United Methodist Church in Kent, Washington, is seeking to hire a Director of Discipleship Ministries, a full-time lay position. The salary range is $50,000 – $58,000 per year with 2 weeks of paid vacation after one year. You will direct and plan adult and children’s ministries for Kent United Methodist Church, an inclusive, reconciling congregation in South King County. This position requires a heart for nurturing disciples, training leaders, team building, and supporting the people of our church as they live out their commitment to following Jesus.

This job can be shared between two half-time people if desired.

Duties

  • Work with the Senior Pastor to plan and coordinate opportunities for adults to grow in faith through discipleship groups, adult classes and Bible study, retreats, and church membership.
  • Create and oversee an excellent Sunday School program for children.
  • Work with the Director of Youth and Children’s Worship and Arts and with Youth Leaders to plan activities and worship services.
  • Work with the Nursery Supervisor to ensure that programmed childcare is available for all worship services and other church-sponsored events.
  • Oversee children’s special events and activities which may include Vacation Bible School, mission projects, Easter Egg Hunt, and Trunk or Treat.
  • Prepare and manage the adult and children’s ministry budgets and work with volunteers who execute fundraising projects.
  • Participate in all staff meetings and staff retreats.
  • Provide reports to Administrative Council.
  • Model discipleship in your own life and do all you can to build up the staff team at KUMC.

Requirements

  • Dynamic leadership abilities and strong organizational skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills.
  • Ability to work cooperatively with adults, pastor, church staff and lay members.
  • Theologically consistent with the United Methodist Church.
  • Bachelor’s Degree or related experience with adults.
  • Successfully complete a state and federal background check.

Please send your resume and any inquiries to Jen Livingood, SPRC Director at: jenlivingood@yahoo.com

Welcome to Thresholds: A new name for a holy season of formation

Thresholds is the new name for the Pacific Northwest Conference’s Residence in Ministry program—naming this provisional season as a holy, transformative threshold. Rooted in the M.I.L.E. vision, Thresholds is a cohort-based community of becoming, focused on spiritual formation, justice, innovation, and covenant.

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Responding together to the floods

As severe flooding impacts communities across Washington State and the Northwest, United Methodists are responding with compassion and urgency. Support immediate relief through the Pacific Northwest Conference Disaster Fund (Advance #352), and strengthen long-term disaster response by giving through UMCOR, helping the church respond here and beyond.

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Des Moines UMC (WA): P/T Music Director

Des Moines United Methodist Church in Des Moines, Washington, is seeking applicants for the part-time position of Music Director. The director is responsible for leading and developing the vocal choir(s) and handbell choir(s) of the church as vibrant ministries of worship, discipleship, and outreach. This person will provide artistic vision, musical excellence, while collaborating with the pastoral staff and worship team to plan and lead music that glorifies God and edifies the congregation.

To learn more, click on the button below to see the full job description. Submit resume and questions regarding this position to office@desmoinesumc.org or call the church office at 206-878-8301.

Ronald UMC seeks applicants for Faith Formation teacher

Ronald United Methodist Church in Shoreline, Washington is seeking applicants for an open position on its ministry staff.

Ronald United Methodist Church is seeking a warm, organized, and engaging Faith Formation Teacher to lead our children’s Sunday morning class. This contractor role is vital to helping children build positive relationships with each other, their teacher, and with God, in a safe, inclusive, and joyful space. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, care, and a passion for cultivating a love of faith and community in our youngest members. 

A wicked problem revisited – our witness in a season of violence and outrage

In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, social media timelines quickly filled with speculation, partisanship, and outrage. Patrick Scriven reflects on how these digital habits distort our witness and invites United Methodists to consider a different way of engaging online—one rooted in prayer, compassion, and embodied community.

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Why Hispanic/Latinx Ministry in the UMC struggles—and how faith can respond to fear and division

Hispanic/Latinx communities in the United States are growing rapidly, yet their ministries within The United Methodist Church remain underfunded and undervalued, writes Rev. Cruz Edwin Santos. In a climate of fear, discrimination, and political hostility, these congregations are emerging as sanctuaries of hope—organizing, leading, and offering prophetic witness. Decolonizing ministry means moving from charity to partnership, from the margins to the center, and affirming Hispanic/Latinx voices as vital to the church’s future. Santos also shares resources for churches to celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month.

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First UMC of Olympia: P/T Youth Ministry Leader

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First United Methodist Church of Olympia, Washington is hiring a part-time (15 hr/week) Youth Ministry Leader to join its ministry team. The position is a one-year contract with potential for renewal upon mutual agreement and funding availability.

Click here to review the full job description.

To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to pastoralexa@fumcoly.org with the subject line “Youth Ministry Application.” Questions about the position can be directed to Rev. Alexa Eisenbarth by email or phone – 360-943-2661 x106.

You can learn more about the church at https://fumcoly.org/

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