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Ministry and Community Engagement Coordinator

Faith Lutheran Church-Okemos MI
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Ministry and Community Engagement Coordinator

Reports to: Senior Pastor

Status: Part Time, Non-exempt (15-20 hours per week)

Salary: $17-$22/hr

Effective: June 15, 2026

 

Job Summary: Faith Lutheran Church (FLC) seeks a collaborative, organized, and creative individual who is passionate about faith formation, hospitality, and community connection. The Ministry and Community Engagement Coordinator supports intergenerational ministries that help people of all ages grow in faith, build relationships, and engage with the wider community.

Approximately 60–70% of this role will focus on Children, Youth, and Family (CYF) ministry coordination and relationship-building, with the remaining time devoted to community engagement initiatives and support for adult faith formation programming.

 

About Us: We are an active, welcoming ELCA congregation in Okemos committed to faith formation, community engagement, and inclusive ministry. Our congregation values collaboration, hospitality, and building meaningful relationships across generations. Ministries currently include CYF programs, a food pantry, and Reconciling in Christ (RIC) advocacy/outreach. Learn more about our congregation and ministries at our website (https://faithlutheranokemos.org).

A successful candidate will support the mission and ministry of our church and work respectfully within the theology and practices of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).

 

Core Functions

1. Intergenerational Faith Formation (CYF focus)

FLC values faith formation as a lifelong, intergenerational process. Work collaboratively with the pastor, Christian Education Committee, and volunteers to develop and adapt programming that fosters learning, relationships, and spiritual growth for people across ages and life stages. Coordinate and support ministries including:

  • Children, Youth, and Family (CYF) Faith Education:
    • Faith Formation (e.g., Confirmation/Sunday School; elementary to middle school ages)
      • Teach/coordinate curriculum
      • Coordinate and support volunteers and additional teachers (as needed)
      • Currently scheduled on the 2nd Wednesday each month:
        • 5:45-6:15 PM Community Meal
        • 6:15-7:15 PM Faith Formation/Confirmation
    • High School (e.g., youth group): meets evenings on 1st & 3rd Sundays
      • Shared leadership with University Lutheran Church (East Lansing)
      • Teach/coordinate curriculum and activities
      • Coordinate and support volunteers and additional teachers (as needed)
      • Coordinate and support service opportunities and community outreach activities.
  • Adult Education:
    • Tuesday Noon Bible Study – pastor led
    • Weekly Book Study – layperson led
    • Pub Style Theology – discussion-based ministry under development

 

2. Community Engagement

This is an area of active growth for our congregation, with strong support from congregational leadership and staff collaboration. In cooperation with the pastor and church leadership, engage with the broader community (Meridian Township/East Lansing/Williamston) by:

  • Organizing general and RIC-specific community events and partnerships.
  • Strengthening existing community engagement initiatives while helping develop new opportunities.
  • Maintaining connections with Meridian Township and local community resources.

 

3. Communication and Administration

Engage effectively with the congregation in cooperation with the church office manager and pastor.

  • Coordinate communications with the office manager and pastor.
  • Prepare announcements and information for inclusion in bulletins, weekly e-news, social media, and other communication platforms in coordination with the office manager.
  • Maintain event schedules, volunteer coordination, and ministry planning details.
  • Communicate regularly with ministry volunteers, participants, and families.
  • Meet regularly with the pastor for program development.
  • Participate in staff meetings (monthly) and staff retreat (annual).

 

Schedule Expectations:

Flexible work hours may be required depending on programming needs. Some remote work may be allowed, but is not the default. This position generally requires:

  • Sundays: mornings (2 hours) and two evenings/month (2 hours)
  • Wednesdays: one evening/month (3.5 hours)
  • Other occasional evening/weekend programming participation (2-4 hours)
  • Planning/preparation time as needed (typically 8-10 hours weekly)
  • Scheduling flexibility is expected, and weekly hours may vary seasonally depending on ministry programming and congregational events (e.g., Christmas, VBS, Youth Retreat).

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Effective and respectful communication skills through phone, email, social media, texting, and in-person interactions
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace (Drive, Gmail, Calendar, etc.), and other common office software
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with staff, congregation members, and community partners
  • Ability to lead and support volunteers

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in collaborative and volunteer-driven environments
  • Experience working with children, youth, families, or congregational ministry
  • Experience coordinating volunteers or events
  • Familiarity with Lutheran theology and congregational life
  • Experience in community engagement, outreach, and/or faith formation programming

 

Employment Requirements: Successful completion of a background check is required prior to employment.

 

Physical Requirements:

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to type, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.  The employee frequently is required to walk, sit, stoop or kneel.  The employee is occasionally required to stand.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

 

Core Competencies:

  • Attention to Detail: Maintains organization across multiple responsibilities while attending to both details and broader ministry goals.
  • Diversity: Demonstrates respect and sensitivity toward people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.
  • Ethics: Treats others with dignity and respect, acts with integrity, and upholds organizational values.
  • Hospitality/Accessibility: Creates a welcoming, approachable, and inclusive environment that fosters connection within the congregation and community.
  • Integrity and Trust: Communicates honestly and transparently, maintains confidentiality, and responds with reliability and consistency.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Listens actively, engages others positively, and works constructively through feedback and conflict.
  • Leadership: Encourages collaboration, accepts feedback, and recognizes the contributions of others.
  • Verbal Communication: Communicates clearly and effectively in a variety of settings and with diverse audiences.
  • Written Communication: Writes clearly, concisely, and professionally with appropriate tone and grammar.

 

Equal Opportunity Statement

Faith Lutheran Church is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

 

To apply:

Email a resume and cover letter to hiring@faithlutheranokemos.org.