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BETHANY, NEWBERRY: PIANIST OR ORGANIST

Bethany, Newberry is looking for a pianist or organist to play for Sunday services, and midweek during Advent & Lent. This individual will work with the pastor and choir members. Choir rehearsals are held 2 times a month. If interested, contact Faye Morris at 803-276-5283.

This newly created position includes two main areas of responsibility: Discipleship Ministry and Family Ministry. This individual will be responsible for providing focus and leadership in the areas of outreach, assimilation, and integration of all members. This includes children, youth, adult, and family ministries. The ideal candidate will possess strong biblical and theological background, natural leadership potential in fostering enthusiasm among children, youth, adults, and seniors, broad capacities for working effectively with groups, and a delight for working in a growing church which has a passion for serving Christ in its island setting. Seminary training preferred; college degree in religion or a church-related field will be considered. Please contact the church office at info@clchhi.com for a full copy of the job description and church profile. Send resumes to: ATTN: Phyllis Rowe, Christ Lutheran Church, 829 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 or FAX: (843) 785-5570 or E-mail: info@clchhi.com

P/T Director of Music Ministries needed for Florence, SC church. 10 hours per week. Duties include planning and coordinating the congregation's music program, direct the choir, and participate in planning of worship and other musical activities. Education and experience appropriate for a professional church keyboard musician is desired. Please send resume to: Cross and Crown, 3123 W. Palmetto St. Florence, SC 29501.

LUTHERAN THEOLOGICAL SOUTHERN SEMINARY: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary is currently accepting applications for the position of Chief Financial Officer. This position is responsible to organize, oversee, and direct all financial, human resources, information technology, and physical resources of the seminary. Desired qualities include a bachelor’s or masters degree in business and finance, related occupational experience, team leadership and management, an awareness of the work and practices of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and a commitment to the Christian faith and the mission of the seminary. For more information, please visit www.ltss.edu. Applications are due no later than September 30, 2010 to President Marcus Miller mmiller@ltss.edu.

A new staff position for St. John’s in Charleston, we are looking for an individual to coordinate programs and activities for children, youth and families which will encourage spiritual growth and development. While the design of the position is full time, if a perfect part-time match were found, we would consider adjusting hours and requirements. This position will be responsible to plan, administer and promote a comprehensive Christian Education Program for all ages; including our Family-Based Youth Ministry and our children’s ministry program. Skills with recruiting, training and coordinating volunteers, within all age groupings, is a necessity. The person hired will work with the pastor and committees of the church to grow disciples of Christ who desire to become spiritually mature as they encounter the world and share the gospel. Qualifications for this position include: a strong Christian faith (preferably Lutheran); an affiliation with a liturgical denomination and one in full communion with the ELCA; experience working with children and youth; leadership skills. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Please contact the church office at info@stjohnscharleston.org or 843-723-2426 for a copy of the job description. Resumes may be sent to Personnel Committee, 5 Clifford Street, Charleston, SC 29401, marked “Confidential”.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church

The "St. Paul's Players" (A Drama Ministry of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in downtown Columbia, South Carolina) are seeking a Music Director and Pianist for another "New Christmas Musical" to be presented at the church on December 3, 4, and 5. This is a salaried position that will involve approximately 20 rehearsals and 4 performances. We are looking for a disciplined and organized musician, who will fit in with our creative team, be dedicated to our project, and be capable of working with experienced and beginning singers.

The Players have been presenting a musical each fall since 2007. Last year’s original Christmas musical, "The Forever Gift", played to an audience of about 600 for all performances.

Send a resume to: stpaulsplayers@aol.com. Be prepared for a playing interview with the Director, Producer, and board members of SPP.

www.stpaulsplayers.webs.com

ST. PETER'S, LEXINGTON: PAID NURSERY ATTENDANT

St. Peter’s, Lexington is seeking a paid nursery attendant for the care of infants and toddlers during Sunday morning and during special events at the church. The Nursery Attendant should be a mature adult to provide a consistent presence for very young children. This individual should be warm, loving, and work to provide and environment that reassures young parents as they leave their babies in the nursery. The hours are 8:00 am-1:00 pm on Sundays. The full job description and an application can be obtained by contacting Joyce at office@stpeterslex.com .