Redemption, Southampton
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and a resume to: redemptionepiscopalchurch@gmail.com
Preschool Teacher/Director Position
Redemption Episcopal Preschool is owned and operated by Redemption Episcopal Church, Southampton. We are growing and are looking for the right person to guide our expansion. Our philosophy is to provide a quality academic program based on Christian values and beliefs. Children of all denominations and religious backgrounds are welcome.
This position would combine teaching responsibilities as well as interfacing with the preschool administrator to ensure the daily operations of the preschool and to develop future programs and expansion.
The desired candidate will have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional studies in early childhood or other education and/or teaching and/or childcare experience. People management and/or program development skills would preferred. Child abuse, Criminal background checks and first aid/CPR certification are required. This is a part time position, Monday through Friday with possibility of future full time. Salary commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities would include but are not limited to:
· Oversee daily operation of the preschool
· Create policies and develop age appropriate programs.
· Maintain and update website and other social media
· Plan the yearly calendar
· Monthly letter to parents
· Plan and assist in fund raising activities
· Manage parent and staff interactions. Problem resolution as needed.
· Oversee staff management and hiring with program manager.
Incarnation Holy Sacrament Episcopal Church Drexel Hill
We would like to review application materials by 6/15/24. Contact Father Benjamin Gildas by email fatherbenjamingildas@gmail.com. Our website is www.ihschurch.com.
Job Title: Parish Administrator
Job Reports To: Rector
Employment Classification: Part Time, Non-exempt
Hours per Week: 12
Summary
The duty of the Parish Administrator is to assist the Rector and other staff in the administration of parish worship and activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Parish Administrator will meet at least weekly with the Rector to prioritize tasks, which include:
-Preparing weekly, seasonal, and special occasion bulletins
-Scheduling parish events and maintaining the church calendar
-Scheduling and sending reminders to lay ministers
-Answering the mail and telephones
-Maintaining and updating the church’s website
-Populating the church’s social media accounts each week as able
-Coordinate newsletters and other parish mailings
-Creating and completing various letters, mailings, reports and other information for the Rector, and other parish groups
-Working with the Accounting Warden to
● Receive new invoices and enter into QuickBooks
● print checks (for Accounting Warden to sign) and maintain files of vendor invoices
-Working with the Music Director when needed
-Maintaining parish files and archives, including Vestry minutes and membership records
- assisting parish groups and parishioners as approved by the Rector
-Ordering and maintaining office supplies
-Arranging for altar flowers when needed
-Other duties and responsibilities as requested by the Rector
-Maintain an organized and tidy office.
Qualification and Experience
The ideal candidate for this job:
-welcoming, helpful, and courteous to parishioners, visitors, and guests
-excels at handling several tasks at once
-has a knowledge of the Episcopal church and liturgy or willing to learn
-is computer literate, technologically proficient, and able to use online resources, update the website and social media accounts, use Quickbooks, etc.
-Has good organizational skills
-Keeps parish financial and parishioner information in confidence
Times of work and leave
Hours for this position are:
12 hours a week to be divided between among 3 days, 10am to 2:30pm, or negotiable
Compensation
The salary for this position is $225 per week to be paid bi-weekly. The Parish Administrator may not volunteer his or her time to the parish.
Two weeks (8 regular work days) paid time off per year will be a benefit of this position. No paid time-off will be allowed during the first six months of employment.
There are no additional benefits for this position.
Review and Oversight
The Parish Administrator serves at the discretion of the Rector.
There will be an initial 90-day trial period. During this time performance deficiencies which remain uncorrected may result in the Parish Administrator being released without prior notification. At the end of the 90 day trial period an evaluation will be given.
Thereafter, evaluations will take place each January and July. The instruments of evaluation for this position include this letter, regular meetings with the Rector, and formal reviews twice per year with the Rector. The Rector and Parish Administrator agree to regular discussion: to establish and monitor goals; to isolate areas of conflict or disappointment as well as praise and success; and to clarify the expectations of all parties.
After the trial period at least two weeks notice will be given before dismissal—except in the case of “major infractions” which are cause for immediate dismissal. Two weeks notice is also expected upon resignation.
Church of the Good Shepherd, Rosemont
To Apply
Please send the following to Father Kyle Babin (kbabin@goodshepherdrosemont.com), Rector, by February 15, 2024.
Parish Administrator Position (part-time) - Church of the Good Shepherd, Rosemont
The Church of the Good Shepherd, Rosemont, seeks a part-time (28 hours a week) Parish Administrator. Good Shepherd, Rosemont, is a small but growing Episcopal parish in the progressive Anglo-Catholic tradition in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, on the Main Line just outside of Philadelphia. Easily accessible to Center City Philadelphia by train, the Church of the Good Shepherd is well poised for continued growth for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Good Shepherd, Rosemont, opened a new retreat house (The Rosemont Community Retreat House) in September of 2022, which is an important outreach ministry that is integrally connected with the parish administrator position.
Qualities Desired in a New Parish Administrator
We are looking for someone skilled in administration, preferably with experience working in churches and in ministry. We hope to hire someone who enjoys working with others and is attracted to the varied nature of a position that includes everything from property management to hospitality for our budding retreat house ministry. The ideal candidate would be someone who views church administration as a vital aspect of supporting the spread of the Gospel in this particular parish. While onsite presence is important during the week, we are also more than willing to offer some flexibility with remote work, as well as with work hours.
Position Responsibilities
General Administration (35% of time)
● Managing and organizing parish records
● Overseeing IT systems
● Keeping the parish database (Realm) up-to-date and organized
● Reviewing and printing weekly service leaflets (which are produced by the rector)
● Updating parish prayer lists and printed materials for display in the church
● Handling and organizing contract and agreements with renters and outside parties
● Assisting in gathering relevant information for the preparation of the annual budget
● Ordering supplies for onsite printer and ensuring that it is maintained
● Processing bills and correspondence and providing necessary information to the Financial Administrator
● Organizing and updating the shared Google Drive
● Scheduling liturgical rotas in Realm (church database)
● Coordinating Safe Church training using Verified First (through Realm)
Property Management (35% of time)
● Preparing agendas for and participating in monthly meetings of the Buildings and Grounds Committee
● Serving as a liaison between the parish and outside vendors
● Ensuring that certifications, licenses, and permits are up-to-date
● Facilitating inspections of the property
● Engaging our usual contractor to address minor building repairs
● Assisting in securing utility rates as needed
● Scheduling and overseeing cleaners for Parish House, Church, and Retreat House
● Ensuring that church supplies are ordered on a timely basis
● Maintaining all facility keys in an organized fashion
Retreat House Hospitality (15% of time)
● Managing the online ThinkReservations booking system
● Scheduling linen pickup by church volunteers after retreats
● Organizing volunteers for food and hospitality needs
● Ensuring that rooms are stocked with clean linens and that bed sheets are changed
Communications (15% of time)
● Preparing and sending weekly parish email on Fridays
● Updating parish website in conjunction with other staff
● Making regular Facebook posts according to devised communications plan
● Advertising parish events with the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania, The Patch, and on Eventbrite
● Producing the annual parish report, with the assistance of staff and volunteers
Salary and Benefits
$34,000 per year, plus pension
Three weeks paid vacation
Grace Epiphany Church
To Apply:
The Rev. Tanya Regli
Grace Epiphany Episcopal Church
Clergy in Charge
A Parish of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania
224 East Gowen Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19119 215-248-2950 www.graceepiphany.org mainoffice@graceepiphany.org
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Log rental requests in reservation system for administrative approval by Clergy in Charge, or when not available, the Senior Warden;
2. Support tenant relationships, including but not limited to:
a. Document and forward information on requests/needs raised by tenants to the Clergy in Charge, or when not available Senior Warden;
b. Log incoming and outgoing correspondence and rental payments;
3. Provide welcoming and helpful presence to those visiting the office or Grace Epiphany grounds.
4. Maintain official records of Vestry meetings; Establish and maintain master calendar for the church;
5. Compose correspondence and internal memoranda as required;
6. Maintain confidentiality of relationships and records;
7. Support preparation of Clergy monthly report for the Vestry;
8. Print, copy, and assemble worship bulletin and inserts for services;
9. Copy and distribute monthly parish newsletter;
10. Process bills and input data into financial systems;
11. Track office supply needs and place orders with Clergy approval;
12. Support typical office requirements such as , the maintenance of office equipment;
13. Respond to telephone, voicemail, and email inquiries and/or forward to appropriate individuals for follow up;
14. Maintain current church information and materials on display.
15. Meet regularly with Clergy in Charge for communication and guidance.
SKILLS NEEDED:
● Working knowledge of:
○ Windows Operating System;
○ Microsoft Office Suite, and
○ Google Suite, including Forms
● Welcoming and courteous in face-to face, electronic, and telephone communications;
● Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and supportive working relationships;
● Capacity to follow oral and written directions;
● Effective written communication skills;
● Appropriately handle urgent and emergency situations as they arise;
● Organizational skills to compile and maintain accurate and complete records and reports;
● Flexibility to plan, organize and complete assignments with limited supervision and direction.
REPORTS TO:
Clergy in Charge, or when not available, Senior Warden.
Church of the Good Samaritan, Paoli
Inquiries may be addressed to:
Susan Starke
sdstarke@verizon.net
Parish Nurse Position (part-time)
Location: The Church of the Good Samaritan (Episcopal), Paoli, PA
Hours: 16 - 19/week
Immediate position available for an experienced Registered Nurse to provide health advocacy and pastoral care to a large Episcopal church. Duties include pastoral visiting, health education and counseling, and health advocacy for those in hospital or elder care. This community has a history of 25 years of an active parish nurse. Currently there is a pastoral care team in place to assist and serve as a resource.
Requirements:
Current licensure as RN in Pennsylvania
Faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour; it is not required to be of Episcopal membership.
Recommended: Certificate in Faith Community Health/Parish Nursing
Trinity Memorial Church, Philadelphia
To apply, please send a letter of interest and up-to-date resume to John Kohlhas at johnkohlhas@gmail.com.
Trinity Memorial Episcopal Church (TMC) at 2212 Spruce Street in Philadelphia seeks a part-time Director of Music Ministry. TMC is a small but vibrant worshiping community with a flexible worship & performance space boasting excellent acoustics, a high-quality Allen Electronic Organ with moveable console and a Falcone concert grand piano. Reporting to the Rector, the Director will generally lead the preparation and presentation of music for one service per week including selecting music, preparing organ and piano anthems and accompaniment, preparing a small choir of both volunteer and paid singers and selecting and managing a small cadre of professional musicians. The congregation has articulated a strong desire for both listening to and participating in music at services. Clergy, choir members and congregation all express interest in a variety of musical styles and see music as a way of promoting understanding and demonstrating inclusivity. Familiarity with a broad range of Episcopal liturgical settings is desired. Finally, the successful candidate will be collaborative and seek to become an integral part of the TMC community. A more detailed job-description and information about the selection process will be made available to applicants.
Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’)
Interested Candidates should contact Rev. Chris Micklewright at rector@old-swedes.org or 440-865-1490
Job Description: Lucia Fest Musical Director
February 2024
Position Summary
Held every December, the Lucia Fest is an annual festival of light which celebrates Gloria Dei’ Swedish heritage.
2024 will be the 87th year of the festival, which features dozens of children – from preschool through high
school – and is attended by hundreds of people every year. Working in collaboration with the Rector of Gloria
Dei and the Lucia Fest Director, the Musical Director will oversee and support all aspects of the musical
performances that are the heart of the festival. It is essential that the Musical Director is comfortable working
with children (and a few adults) of all ability levels; our highest priority moving forward is to ensure that
participating in the festival is a joyful experience for everyone involved.
Scope of Responsibilities
The Musical Director will:
1. In conversation with the Rector and Lucia Fest Director, plan a series of rehearsals to prepare all
performers – especially the children – to sing and perform in the festival.
2. Oversee all musical and performance aspects of the rehearsals, to include coaching groups of children
in singing traditional Swedish music.
3. Play the organ at Gloria Dei during each of the 6 performances that make up the festival.
4. Foster a safe, supportive, and joyful environment for everyone involved in the festival.
Qualifications
The Musical Director:
1. Must have experience of teaching / coaching children for musical performances.
2. Must be able to play Gloria Dei’s 1903 Hook and Hastings organ.
3. Must understand and be supportive of the open, welcoming, and joyful environment that Gloria Dei is
seeking to establish.
4. Must be a team player, able to collaborate with a wide array of volunteers, many of whom have been
involved in the festival for decades and love it dearly.
Supervision, Hours, and Compensation
The Musical Director will report to the Rector of Gloria Dei and will work closely with the Lucia Fest Director.
Typically, rehearsals have been held for 2-3 hours on 4-5 Sundays from late October through early December
(though this is open to adjustment). The 6 performances, each approximately one hour, are held on the
Saturday and Sunday preceding (and potentially including) December 13.
Compensation for involvement in all rehearsals and performances ranges from $1500-$2200, depending on
the qualifications of the director and the number of rehearsals & performances scheduled.
St. Peter's in the Great Valley
If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume to the Reverend Abigail Crozier Nestlehutt at abigail@stpetersgv.org.
Part Time Assistant Rector or Director of Christian Formation
St. Peter’s Church in the Great Valley is currently seeking a new ministry partner. The right person for this position may be ordained or lay. The role we wish to fill is centered on Christian formation for children, youth and families and includes oversight of the communications of the parish in coordination with the communications commission.
This position is a great opportunity to be a leader in a dynamic faith community, positively impact people’s lives, and serve with enthusiastic and experienced ministry partners. The assistant/director will oversee ministry related to children, youth, and families. This position will involve care of families, recruiting and training leaders for existing programs, developing new programs, and organizing Christian Formation in general, including communicating to the parish and community. Additionally, the assistant/director will be a member of the program staff team and share in ministry as agreed upon with the rector.
Located in Chester County, Pennsylvania on a beautiful 16 acre campus, for most of our history we were a rural church on a hill. Now we are a neighborhood church with a large housing development on one side and a retirement community on the other. Some parishioners walk to church, most arrive by car from around the county. St. Peter’s is known for its strong music program and for being faithfully welcoming. Also, we are in the process of expanding our food ministry and connections with the community.
Candidates should have relevant training and experience in Christian formation, familiarity with Episcopal tradition, and an interest in setting vision and raising up leadership. Excellent communication and organization skills are required. Strong candidates will be self-motivated, and also eager to collaborate. If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume to the Reverend Abigail Crozier Nestlehutt at abigail@stpetersgv.org.
Church of the Redeemer, Bryn Mawr
The Rev. Peter Vanderveen, 230 Pennswood Rd, Bryn Mawr, 19010 or forwarded to pvanderveen@theredeemer.org.
The Church of the Redeemer, Bryn Mawr, is seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) Director of Children’s Ministries, who will be responsible for planning and overseeing the formation programs for children (infants through fifth grade), in collaboration with the staff clergy and musicians. The church school program is primarily based on the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd curriculum. Principal duties are the scheduling and coordination of programs, recruitment and training of teachers, communications with families, and the development of special liturgies. Certification as a catechist or basic knowledge of the Catechesis program will be helpful but is not necessary. Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Information about The Redeemer can be found online at www.theredeemer.org . Inquiries or resumes may be sent to The Rev. Peter Vanderveen, 230 Pennswood Rd, Bryn Mawr, 19010 or forwarded to pvanderveen@theredeemer.org.
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1105 E. Lincoln Highway Exton, PA 19341
stpaulsexton@gmail.com or maxinedornemann@gmail.com
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
1105 E. Lincoln Highway
Exton, PA 19341
Email: stpaulsexton@gmail.com or maxinedornemann@gmail.com
Please apply by letter or email to the addresses above. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two professional references.
About St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Exton, also known as St. Paul's Church, is a historic church at 1105 E. Lincoln Highway in Exton, Pennsylvania in Chester County, Pennsylvania, in the area known as the Great Valley. It was built in 1828 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 as St. Paul's Church.
Part time Organist/Choir Master Position Description
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Exton, PA is seeking a Part time Organist/Choir Master. The position is compensated following the guidelines of the American Guild of Organists.
- To play the musical selections during the services which are 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM on Sundays from after Labor Day to mid-June; and 9:00 AM during the summer months.
- Selecting music appropriate for the liturgical season and being prepared to lead the choir in performing the music.
- Maintaining the music library.
- Supervising the maintenance of the organ and pianos.
- Arranging for substitutes during times of absence.
- Leading weekly choir rehearsals rehearsing with soloists and smaller groups.
- Having first refusal for weddings and burial services and helping to secure a substitute if needed.
- Recruiting, training, and directing the choir for regular and special services.
- Rehearsing choirs before each service.
- Auditioning and engaging soloists and instrumentalists for special occasions.
- Maintaining manual and pedal dexterity by regular practice.
- Bell Choir
- Youth Choir