March 2008 Campus Ministry Update

 

The Ivy Jungle Network

Campus Ministry Update

March 2008

 

 

Trends in Student Ministry, Culture and Higher Education:

 

Gen Y Peaks this Year:  This year will mark the largest high school graduating class ever with just over 3 million high school graduates.  It will also mark the end of a steady growth in graduating class size that has continued since the early 1990's.  The overall numbers will begin to drop next year.  However, the demographics will vary widely based on region.  The South and West will continue to grow, with a continued dramatic increase among non-white Hispanic high school graduates. The Midwest and East will begin to see a steady decline next year.   Nationally, the number of white graduates will fall by 11% over the next 12 years, while the percentage of minority graduates increases, with a "majority-minority" class expected in the West in 2010 and in the South in 2017.  (Inside Higher Ed March 20, 2008)

College Students Dominate the Youth Vote:  Young voter turnout has increased steadily since the 2000 election (as have the number of young people of voting age).  Super Tuesday saw some states showing two to three times the number of voters under 30 as the last election cycle.  Exit polls strongly confirm
Barack Obama as the favorite among young people.  Among young voters nearly 80% have been college students or graduates.  Nearly one in four college educated young voters participated in primary voting, compared with just one in fourteen of their non-college educated counterparts.  (NPR online February 28, 2008)

Young Christian Voters:  One journalist's encounter with the more than 2000 evangelical college students at this year's CCO Jubilee Vonference confirms that young evangelical voters will very likely be found in significant numbers on both sides of the aisle in this year's national election. (Sponsored by the campus ministry group, Coalition for Christian Outreach, the event helps students integrate a Kingdom worldview into every aspect of life - www.jubileeconference.com).   Most of the students feel uncomfortable labeling themselves as either a Democrat or Republican.  In 2001, 55% of evangelicals ages 18-29 identified themselves as a Republican.   According to the Pew Research Center, that number had dropped to 40% in 2007.  These young Christians remain strongly pro-life, but also have a high concern for the poor and community development.  They also believe strongly that their faith should make them very uncomfortable in wholesale identification with either political party.  (Washington Post Online February 22, 2008)

Losing Their Religion:   A new study by the Pew Charitable Trust shows that nearly a quarter of Americans now embrace a new religion or opted for no religion since their childhood.  That number jumps to almost 45% when switches in Protestant denominations are included.   On the whole, almost 80% of the US claims to be Christian.   But only 51% now claim to be Protestant.  One in four 18-29 year olds claims no religious affiliation.   10% of all Americans now claim to be "ex-Catholics."  Only 4% of Americans claim to be atheists or agnostics.  (AP February 26, 2008)

Txt Me Pls:   Growing Leaders recently spent time with a number of focus groups of young adults ages 16-24 and asked them how they most like to receive communication.  Texts first, email last, was the message for the group.  In order of preference, their answers showed: text messages; MySpace/Facebook;  podcasts;  instant messaging;  cell phone;  cd/dvd;  books and then email.  (Growing Leaders Leadership Link March 2008).

Parents on Facebook:  One of the fastest growing demographics on Facebook are moms and dads of high school and college students.  When the college focused social network opened their ranks to anyone with an email address in 2006, it created the opportunity for parents to "friend" their offspring and their friends.  For many students it poses a dilemma in how to respond to a friend request from mom and dad.  While they are happy to proclaim their personal style, interests and exploits to the world, having mom or dad look in may prove to much.  Several "abolish parents" groups have now sprung up on the social networking site.  (Chicago Tribune online March 14, 2008)

 Google Religion Quiz:  The consumer approach to religion expressed by today's generation of young adults is perhaps best illustrated by a recent Google ad for a quiz to determine "which religion is right for you?"   Unlike generations before which saw religion as a part of heritage and identity, many young people today see it a matter of personal preference, much like finding a suitable haircut or the best flavor of ice cream.  Still, most Americans say religion is important to them, with 60% indicating that it is "very important" to them.  (Boston Globe online February 29, 2008)

25% of Young Women Infected:   Shocking results from a recent study by the Center for Disease Control show that one out of every four girls ages 14-19 has an STD.  That translates into approximately 3 million infected girls – about 40% of all girls who admit to having had sex.   The infection rate was particularly high among African American girls.  The HPV virus was the most common infection.  (AP March 11, 2008) 

Prescription Drug Abuse on Campus:  A study by the University of Michigan reports that nearly 20% of all college students are taking pain killers and other prescription drugs for non-medical reasons.   Most obtained the drugs under a legitimate prescription, but then continue to use them to get high.  Many students have a false belief that because they are prescription medications, they are safer than street drugs.  Overall drug use has dropped among young people, but prescription drug abuse is a new statistical category and is growing.  (Reuters March 3, 2008)

The Next Mary Jane: Websites have popped up all over the internet encouraging people to buy the hallucinogenic plant Salvia before it is made illegal by the DEA.   Known by names such as Sally D or Magic Mint, the plant from Mexico remains easy to obtain and fairly inexpensive.  The leaves are generally smoked, but can also be chewed or made into a tea to drink.  The effects are more like LSD and PCP with hallucinations, but last much shorter.   Academics and law makers believe it is much more powerful than marijuana and 8 states have already passed laws to restrict its use.  A survey of students at San Diego State University revealed only 4% had tried the drug.  (AP March 14, 2008)

Hazing Happening on Campus:  While almost every college has a formal ban on hazing, more than half of those who belong to student organizations say they have experienced it.  From fraternities and athletic teams, to choirs and academic societies, students say hazing is happening on campus.  Some forms of hazing such as being forced to drink alcohol or physical harm are obvious, but others regarding public singing or chants, wearing embarrassing clothing, or participating in skits or roasts are not.   In fact, 9 out of 10 students who reported participating in behavior that is classified as hazing did not think they had been hazed.   The  study was conducted by two professors from the University of Maine who studied more than 11,000 students from 53 institutions.  (AP March 11, 2008)

Drunkorexia:  This new term is being used to describe the increasingly common practice of college students (mostly women) who starve themselves in order to "save" calories in preparation for a night of drinking.  While the term has only recently been coined, the problem is not new.  Studies show that 30% of young women with alcohol problems also struggle with an eating disorder.  Health experts fear the practice of limiting food intake has a number of problems associated with it.  In addition to fueling eating disorders, women who drink on an empty stomach are much more likely to become drunk more quickly, suffer blackouts, and could be victim of other physical or sexual abuse in their inebriated states.  Most women do not realize that alcohol affects the female body more severely than their male peers.  Addiction experts point out that 2 years of excessive drinking has the same effect on a woman as 10 years on a man.  (CBS January 23, 2008)

Unofficial St. Patty's Day:  Because St. Patrick's Day so often fell over Spring Break, a number of bars near the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign began to host an unofficial St. Patrick's Day to capitalize on student drinkers before they left campus.   Concerned over the increase in popularity, campus and city officials have begun discussing steps to force bars to keep out underage patrons, wait until later in the day to open and/or serve alcohol, and limit how drinks are served.  For the second straight year the university has sought parental help to curtail drunkenness, by sending  letters home encouraging parents to talk with students about their conduct during that weekend.  (Inside Higher Ed February 29, 2008)

Spring Break Gone Wild:  The popular image of spring break on MTV and other media outlets portrays spring break as a constant mix of alcohol and sex.  For those who go on such trips, that can be true.  The Journal of American College Health estimates that men who go on such trips consume an average of 18 drinks a day while their female companions drink 10.  83% of women report that they have friends who drank a majority of the nights they were on spring break.  59%  report they had friends who were sexually active during that time with more than one partner and most said they had friends who had unprotected sex on spring break.  (Total Life Counseling Update March 12, 2008)

Spring Break at Home:  Despite the ubiquity of coverage on MTV, less than 100,000 college students visit Cancun, Acapulco, Jamaica and the Bahamas over Spring Break each year.  That number may be even smaller this year as passport regulations and a struggling economy make it more difficult to travel.  A growing number of students are opting for school sponsored service trips, are staying on campus to work, or just going home.  (AP March 22, 2008)

Immersed in the Lives of the Poor:   A growing trend among short term mission trips, more and more Christian students are joining "immersion trips" in which they spend time living side by side with members of less fortunate communities.  These trips are designed primarily as learning opportunities with a greater focus on changing the lives of participants than offering solutions to the poor and needy.    In 2005, about 1.6 million Christians participated in a short term mission trip abroad and at least double that number domestically.  Organizers of immersion trips say they are designed to provide a chance to listen and practice humility.  By starting there, more long term good can ultimately be accomplished.  (USA Today March 18, 2008)

Campus Violence On the Decline:   Northern Illinois and campus murders in North Carolina and Arkansas have grabbed headlines and created a sense of unease on campus.  However, police statistics show that crime is actually on the decline on campus.  Violent crime dropped by 9% from 1994 to 2004 (the latest period available) and property crime fell by 30%.  Even so, a survey after the murder of the student body president at UNC-Chapel Hill showed that one in five students reported that they did not feel safe on campus.  (Inside Higher Ed March 20, 2008).

Campus Footbaths:  The University of Michigan has come under fire as it joins more than a dozen other colleges with footbaths in some public restrooms.  The fixtures will accommodate Muslims who practice ritual foot washing as part of their daily prayers.   Separation of Church and State groups have decried the measure and some conservative groups have protested the "Islamification" of college campuses.  University officials have defended the practice saying that the footbaths are available to all students, not just Muslims.  (First Things March 2008)

Prison and College:  Five states in the US now spend more money on prisons than colleges.  A report by the Pew Charitable Trust shows that Vermont, Michigan, Oregon, Connecticut and Delaware all spend more money on incarceration than high education. (Inside Higher Ed February 29, 2008)

Guns on Campus in OK:  The Oklahoma House of Representatives passed a bill that would allow students who hold conceal and carry gun permits and have undergone special training to have their weapons on university campuses.  The Senate is now considering the measure which gained support after a gunman opened fire in a classroom at Northern Illinois University.  College administrators remain opposed to the idea of having more guns on campus.  The state does have a concealed weapon law, but current restrictions prevent licensed gun owners from carrying their weapons on campus.  (AP March 14, 2008)

Seminaries Feeling the Pinch:  Three of the nation's 11 Episcopal seminaries have announced significant changes because of drops in student enrollment.   One will close all together.  Another will shut down a campus to focus more resources on online and distance education, and a third will sell a number of its buildings to another university.   Seminary education is changing with more students looking for distance based models and more flexible ways to obtain their education.  Even those who enroll in "residential" programs are spending less time on campus, often commuting from a several hour radius to participate in seminary life.   (Inside Higher Ed March 11,2008)

More Students Seeking Aid:  Over 66% of students at four year private institutions apply for federal financial aid, compared with 59% at public schools, and 34% at two year schools.  However, in terms of increase in applications, community college applicants far outpace their four year school counterparts.  Since 2001, applications from those attending community colleges  have increased by 37%, compared with an increase of just 7% for private schools and 10% for public schools.   (Inside Higher Ed February 22, 2008)

Watch Ben Stein's Movie:  Perhaps the most famous thing he ever said was, "Bueller?  Anyone?  Anyone?", but former speech writer, game show host, and commentator Ben Stein has joined the ranks of Michael Moore in challenging the establishment in a new documentary, Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed.   The movie, which opens on April 18, explores what it considers the dogmatic rule of evolution in science education.   While school boards at the elementary and high school levels have debated the role of intelligent design in curriculum, the movie asserts that any break from evolution is not allowed in the world of higher ed.  Ben Stein, a Jew, narrates and stars in the film which investigates professors who lost positions for their stance on intelligent design and hopes to invigorate further discussion on college campuses.  (Inside Higher Ed March 24, 2008)

Harry Potter At College:  No, JK Rowling hasn't decided to continue Harry's story into his university years, but on college campuses across the country, students who have grown up on Harry Potter still find the books, movies, and even quidditch interesting.  Eight colleges on the east coast participate in a college quidditch tournament (rules slightly modified due to a lack of flying brooms).   Potter books are taught on numerous campuses and have begun to show up in religion classes as well where theological themes are explored alongside authors like C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien.  (CNN March 25, 2008)

Bracket Busters:  while only 2 out of more than 3 million entries in the ESPN Tourney Challenge picked the correct Sweet 16, Inside Higher Ed estimates that most people would be surprised to see how a tournament based on team GPA would go.  If the NCAA bracket were played out according to academic achievement, only one #1 seed would make the Final Four (North Carolina).  Although they call it a "bracket not to bet on," picking by GPA would have done well one region where the current Sweet 16 of Kansas, Villanova, Wisconsin and Davidson would have in fact advanced to the second weekend.  Davidson would win it all based on their smarts.  (Inside Higher Ed March 17, 2008)

 

   *** Events, Resources and Jobs ***

"Screenagers: Equipping and Unleashing Generation Y"  At this National Leadership Forum you will interact with: Dr. Leonard Sweet, Paul Litten, Dr. Tim Elmore and Executives from Chick Fil A.   It's time to redefine your role as a leader. 

This is more than a Leadership Forum. This gathering is designed to provide an interactive environment for leaders like yourself who want to both understand the latest research on "Generation Y" and put it to use. Much research has been done on this generation, but sometimes it's difficult to translate the data into practice. This Forum will turn research into reality. We will converse with leading experts who study and work with the Millennial Generation, campus executives who interact with the students behind the statistics, and authors and sociologists who will help us mobilize these young people to become leaders in their fields. We'll be discussing: 
1. The Virtues and Vices, Pros and Cons of Generation Y
2. Exit Plan: How to Help Students Enter the Marketplace...and Thrive
3. Capitalizing on the Differences of Culture, Gender and Generations
4. From Self-Absorbed to Self-Sacrificing: Fostering Maturity in Students
5. Innovative Ideas for Connecting and Coaching This Generation
6. Developing This Generation into Leaders

WHEN: June 26-27, 2008   WHERE: Chick-fil-A Corporate Headquarters - Atlanta
HOSTS: Growing Leaders and Chick-fil-A   RATE: $199    SPECIAL: Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of the latest Millennial Generation resource from Growing Leaders

 

Paradise 08:  The vision is for thousands of Christian young people to gather in an open field near Kansas City on Sunday, May 25, to pray, worship and seek God's face for revival in the Church and spiritual awakening in the nation. 

This Generation of Students
  To Begin a Sacred Pilgrimage
   In Order to Stand Before Him
    Without Human Distractions or Agendas
     To Awake to All Christ Is as Lord
      To Adore Him as God's Son Supreme
       To Arise and Serve at His Command

For more information on Paradise, please go to the following websites:

www.paradise08.com   www.paradisethoughts.com

 

Converge:  Make plans to attend a 2 day conference by Alpha USA designed to energize your soul and equip you to transform your community.  Speakers include:  Donald Miller, Tim Hughes, Dan Kimball and Nicky Gumbel.   Chicago Conference June 23-24, 2008 or Seattle Conference November 7-8, 2008.  www.alphausa.org/converge for more informaiton.

National Conference on Faith-Based Service-Learning:   The Fifth Biennial National Conference on Faith-Based Service-Learning "Building On Our Strengths" will be hosted at Messiah College on May 30-June 1st, 2008.  Conference participants are invited to submit proposals for papers, workshops, roundtables or presentations. These may be conceptual, empirical or descriptions of innovative programs. Roundtable proposal submissions for breakout sessions that actively include participants are encouraged. Breakout session proposals should be sent via the online web form on the conference website no later than February 18, 2008. 

 

You can now submit your paper proposals online at:

http://www.messiah.edu/external_programs/agape/national_conference/index.html

 

Campus Leaders @ Yale This Summer:  July 13-19th, 2008   Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut  Do you long to see God's glory transform your campus?  If so, then consider attending The Institute of Campus Revival and Awakening this summer at Yale University.  Space is limited to 70 campus ministry leaders and faculty.   The institute is not a conference.  With only 70 participants, you will have the unique opportunity to interact with faculty and presenters, as well as become a learning, interactive community with leaders from across the nation.   Learn more about what campus leaders are saying:  www.InstituteTestimonies.com   Faculty and presenters:  www.InstitutePresenters.com  Event information:   www.CampusRevivalInstitute.com

 

 

*** Resources: ***

 

YouthWorker Journal Adds Campus Ministry Feature:   YouthWorker Journal will feature an article devoted to campus ministry in half of its issues.  Read the current article on Trends in Campus Ministry at http://www.youthworker.com/resources/ministry/11569642/

 

2008 Ivy Jungle Survey   - Thank you to all who took the survey.  Results will be posted at the end of the spring. 

Spiritual Formation and Leadership Development:     There are two key resources for free spiritual formation and leadership development that we believe will be fruitful for college ministry. The first is www.Metamorpha.com, an online community of spiritual formation. Metamorpha offers free videos, articles, audio, and journals from spiritual formation authors such as Dallas Willard, Richard Foster, and many others. Registration is free, and all of the content online is free as well. This is a great place to send leaders for resources for further growth, and offers materials like guided prayers and spiritual disciplines for personal or group use. Check out Metamorpha.com and start asking deeper questions about what it means to grow into the image of Christ.

The second resources is a free study guide that goes along with the book Metamorpha: Jesus as a Way of Life by Kyle Strobel. The study guide and leaders guide are available at www.JesusAsAWayOfLife.com. Downloading the guide will give you an opportunity to look through the material and see if this book and guide would be a useful tool for leadership and spiritual development among your staff and student leaders. The guide offers a great starting point for small groups as well as a catalyst for team bonding and formation. 

 

The Journal of Student Ministries:  Youth Leaders, Win an iPhone Plus 2 Years of Service!
Student Ministry Partners – publishers of The Journal of Student Ministries – is giving away another iPhone next week! We are teaming up with TobyMac to give another youth leader an iPhone plus 2 years of service on February 29th! To Join our first winner (Derek Draper) in the Winners Circle, sign-up at http://www.tjosm.com/ywm/

 

Resources from ProActive Faith for your campus ministry:

  • God Moments In Time:
  • o Each chapter has five discussion questions.
  • o Ideal for small groups!
  • o Will challenge your students to live a life in such a way that God can open doors of opportunity in their life where they can experience God Moments In Time.
  • o Read the customer reviews @ Amazon.com & BarnesandNoble.com
  • o Order 20 copies or more for the bulk price of $5.00 each
  • CRUNCH Time:
  • o A five session evangelism resource written for students on the collegiate campus.
  • Evangelism Training:
  • o Evangelism training is done through resources such as CRUNCH Time or The CROSS Training (www.mostimportantthing.org)

Need a Speaker:

  • o Please contact Thomas, a former campus minister of a BSU, if you need a speaker for your ministry. He is available for one or multiple nights.
  • o Thomas is a law enforcement chaplain and can share on how to live through crisis.

Visit our website www.proactivefaith.org to discover how these resources will impact the lives of your students and their campus.  You can also call our office at               (405) 607-0722       .

Free shipping when you enter ivy jungle in the discount code box.   After you place your order you will receive a personal call from our office to confirm your order before any charges are made to your credit card.

 

Connecting  Marketing Majors for the Kingdom:  "If you minister on campus, you know how difficult it is to address faithfulness in every area of life. You might do quite well at teaching and encouraging the concept in general, but covering the specifics of every major and minor on campus? Impossible.  Our careers matter to the King, so here is a blog to encourage and resource students heading into marketing, communications, and specifically, advertising careers: http://newbreedofadvertisers.blogspot.com/

 

*** Jobs: ***

 

Collegiate United Methodist Church/Wesley Foundation in Ames, Iowa:    is seeking a Campus Ministry Associate.  This two-year, mentored internship is designed for a young adult exploring a call to Christian vocation.  In the best of the United Methodist tradition, we are seeking a person who combines both head and heart in the living out of her or his faith.  The successful candidate will demonstrate experience with and a passion for building community among university students and developing student leadership.

Membership in the United Methodist Church is not required, but a basic understanding of the denomination is helpful.  Interests in liberal/progressive theology, alternative worship, service-learning, music and peace and justice are especially valuable in this setting.  Our hoped-for (but negotiable) start date is June 1.   Stipend, housing, health insurance and other benefits are included.  A bachelor's degree or equivalent must be completed by the start date.   To begin the application process send a cover letter, resume, three references and a 1 page reflection on your giftedness and vision for this position to Rev. Jim Shirbroun, Campus Minister, Collegiate UMC/Wesley Foundation, 2622 W. Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014.  The application deadline is Monday, April 14.  For more information contact Rev. Shirbroun @               515-292-6936        or jim_shirbroun@qwest.net

Campus  Pastor at La Croix UMC:  The Campus Pastor position is newly created to start a new campus outreach and ministry on the campus of Southeast Missouri State University (main campus enrollment: 7500).  This position offers a fresh opportunity for an entrepreneurial type individual desiring to impact the Kingdom of God in the university culture. The successful candidate will be a highly relational individual committed to the gospel of Jesus Christ. This person will spend a significant amount of time on the campus building relationships with students, faculty, and the administration. This position and ministry will be resourced and supported by La Croix United Methodist Church.  

The college pastor is responsible for the overall visioning, leading, strategizing, and executing of a dynamic ministry to college students. Also, the college pastor will be responsible for design, implementation and overall leadership (music, vocal, speaking) of a new weekly worship a gathering on The Southeast campus. Also included are some worship responsibilities at La Croix on the weekend or at a monthly worship gathering called Elevation.  Send resume to:  Dan Steska, Executive Director, La Croix Church  3102 Lexington  Cape Girardeau, MO 63701  Applications materials should include:  Cover Letter, Resume, Sample sermon, DVD/Audio of worship leading, References.

Director of University Discipleship:  Bel Air Presbyterian Church is seeking a full-time Director of University Discipleship to lead a worshipping community of university and college students at BAPC and a dynamic ministry to students across the many campuses of Los Angeles.   The ideal candidate will have a healthy relationship with Jesus Christ, a passion for sharing his word, a desire to make disciples for him, administrative gifs, and an infectious enthusiasm to mobilize students to make Christ known in Los Angeles and around the world.   Please send resumes to: kelley.dundon@belairpres.org.  

Bel Air Presbyterian Church   16221 Mulholland Drive  Los Angeles, CA 90049 

Websites:  www.belairpres.org, www.thequestbelair.org, Facebook: Bel Air Quest

The Auburn Wesley Foundation (AWF) is seeking a person with a calling to and passion for campus ministry to fill the position of Associate Director.  The position will report directly to the Director, but will work with the Director in a shared ministry to the students at Auburn University.  This is a position in a growing ministry that will focus on relational ministry with students. 

 

The AWF is a "student driven" ministry where the students are primarily responsible for the organization and implementation of the programs of the ministry.  The Director and Associate Director provide oversight, spiritual/pastoral leadership, and administrative support for the ministry.  Currently, the activities and programs are organized into one of five areas:

  • Outreach (Receive others in the name of Christ and into the fellowship)
  • Worship (Relate to God through worship, music and the arts )
  • Fellowship (Relate to others in the Body of Christ)
  • Discipleship (Equip the members of the Body of Christ)
  • Missions (Send out to do Christ's work in the world)

Applicants should send a letter of interest including: gifts for campus ministry, calling to campus  work, and information about which two of the five ministry areas he/she has most interest (three pages maximum) and a resume, listing four references to:  Dr. Rob Thomas / Rev. David Goolsby  P.O. Box 3488  Auburn, AL  36831-3488

 

IJM Student Ministries Director:  The International Justice Mission seeks a Director of Student Ministries to provide leadership and management for student focused educational initiatives.  To view a complete job description and instructions for applications go to http://www.ijm.org/NETCOMMUNITY/page.redir?target=http%3a%2f%2f216.128.18.195%2fIJMhr%2fDir_Student_Min.pdf&srcid=243&erid=0. 

Director College Ministries. Christ Church Presbyterian (PCA), Atlanta, seeks a person with experience of college ministry to join our staff.  Following a successful shared post with Campus Crusade, this city church now wishes to appoint its own full-time position.  

We seek a person of strong evangelical and reformed faith, a firm commitment to Scripture as God's Word written, and with great motivation to see college students (undergrad and postgrad) grow in their faith and outreach.  Leaders from Campus Crusade, RUF and InterVarsity worship with us, and part of this work will be to encourage and help them in their campus ministries.  We seek a person who is strongly committed to the local church and who will work to help students integrate into our congregation.  This will involve helping the church become more welcoming of students, organising "families" and friendships within the church for students who desire them, training for and encouraging one to one (mentoring) relationships etc.  The gifts of teaching, building relationships, pastoring, evangelism and hospitality will be necessary gifts for the dynamic leader we seek.  The church is close to Georgia Tech, Georgia State, SCAD (art college), and draws some students from Emory, Agnes Scott, Oglethorpe etc.  Over 300,000 students study for degrees in Atlanta. We believe this ministry at ChristChurch has huge potential. Applicants should be comfortable discussing their faith in depth with  undergraduate and post graduate students. email christyy@ccpnet.org.  Also see www.christchurchatlanta.org   Applications by Feb 25th. Interviews early March. Full benefits package, salary commensurate with experience.

 

 

Minister to the University and Dean of the Chapel at Shorter College:  This position answers to the President and is charged with the development, planning, management, and assessment of the Officer of Christian Development through three areas of ministry as follows: 

  • Campus Spiritual Development: Responsibilities will be planning, developing, and implementing programs and providing opportunities that enrich the spiritual life of the students, faculty and staff. As a part of this responsibility, the Minister/Dean will work cooperatively with the BCM director to achieve spiritual development goals.
  • Missions: As a part of the Global Citizenship emphasis of the College, the Minister/Dean will develop and provide outreach mission opportunities both foreign and domestic for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Church and Denominational Relations: Will work in coordination with the President to build relationships with pastors, youth ministers, congregations and denominational leaders within the shorter college service area.

A Ph.D. in Theology, Biblical Studies, or Ministry Studies preferred.  Experience in campus ministry desirable.  Membership in a Georgia Baptist convention church is required.

Send cover letter, resume, transcripts and statement of religious philosophy to Human Resources, Shorter College, 315 Shorter Ave., Rome, GA 30165 or email hrjobs@shorter.edu.  Shorter College is a Georgia Baptist Convention Institution. EOE

 

Campus Minister :  Collegiate Presbyterian Church  in Ames, IA.  We seek a full-time minister with a heart for Jesus Christ and a passion for ministry with university students and young adults. Collegiate Presbyterian, P.C.(U.S.A.) is a progressive congregation committed to shared ministry between university students and faculty of Iowa State University and the Ames community. Our campus minister will reach out to and build relationships with students, plan programs, lead an annual spring break mission trip, participate in worship and lead Bible study, provide oversight and mentoring to our student leadership team, and initiate new young adult programs. Candidates should be a college graduate (ordained Ministers of Word and Sacrament welcomed) with a minimum of three years experience working with youth or young adults and program planning. A successful candidate will be flexible, work well with others, be comfortable with theological diversity, and have a solid grounding in the Reformed Christian tradition. To learn more about CPC please visit www.cpcames.org.  Send cover letter and resume or PIF to University Minister Search Committee, Collegiate Presbyterian Church, 159 Sheldon Ave., Ames, IA., 50014. You may also e-mail your application to CPCStaffPosition@gmail.com.  

 

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