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8/30/2021

Campus Pastor, Texas LUtheran University

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Texas Lutheran University (TLU) seeks to call a full-time Campus Pastor and invites nominations and applications for this significant leadership position. The Campus Pastor will be asked to provide spiritual leadership and direction for the whole campus community—students, faculty, and staff with many faith commitments or none at all. The Pastor will accompany students in their journey of faith development and vocational discernment; create a variety of worship opportunities and avenues for spiritual growth; facilitate ecumenical and interfaith dialogue; build community within a diverse and changing student body; and be a trusted mentor, confidant, and colleague. While reporting to the TLU President, the Campus Pastor will also be an essential member of the student life team and will work closely with the Vice President and Dean of Student Life and Learning. The opportunity to bring energy and vision to the position is matched by the need to revitalize TLU’s Campus Ministries after the constraints imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

About the Campus Pastor Position
A qualified candidate will be a rostered Minister of Word and Sacrament of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (or a full communion partner), with five or more years of experience in congregational ministry. Significant experience in campus ministry or another specialized ministry may be considered in lieu of congregational ministry. A qualified candidate will also be familiar with the traditions and values of Lutheran higher education, especially vocation, intellectual freedom, the arts, and social justice.

Desired Attributes:

A faithful Christian full of joy, hope, and the Holy Spirit, who proclaims the good news of God’s grace and love in word and deed.

A student-centered pastor who builds relationships with students from many backgrounds and religious identities and understands the needs of “Generation Z.”

A creative and collaborative professional who works with student leaders to develop programming that builds community, nurtures spiritual growth, and fosters a sense of belonging.

An advocate for inclusion and justice who challenges the community to live up to its commitment to diversity and its calling to respond to the needs of the world.

A teacher-scholar capable of leading students, faculty, and staff in informed conversations about matters of ultimate concern and the relationship between academic study and spiritual life.

A visionary guide to how distinctively Lutheran values shape TLU’s vocation and are a common legacy shared by all members of our community, Lutheran or not.

A visible pastoral presence on campus and at campus activities, available at the times most convenient for students and connected to all parts of the campus community.

About the Process
Candidates should submit a cover letter explaining their interest in the position; a resume or curriculum vitae that includes the names and contact information of three professional references; a delivered sermon (link to a video preferred); and a one-page statement of their vision for a thriving campus ministry program at TLU. In addition, applicants should have their bishop submit their Rostered Ministry Profile.

Review of applications will begin October 4 and continue until the position is filled; applications received by that date are guaranteed full consideration. The committee plans to conduct first-round interviews via Zoom in mid-October and to conduct on-campus interviews for finalists in November. We expect to extend a call by early December and hope that the new Campus Pastor will begin in Winter 2022. Questions may be directed to the chair of the Call Committee, Dr. Carl Hughes, Associate Professor of Theology, at chughes@tlu.edu.

For more information on this position, please visit https://www.tlu.edu/abouttlu/careers/campus-pastor-search

Completed applications should be emailed in PDF form to humanresources@tlu.edu.

Texas Lutheran University is a Hispanic Serving Institution and has been recognized consistently as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education and has been featured in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” rankings in various categories. The University is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.

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8/23/2021

Campus Minister, Schreiner University

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SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The Campus Minister will cultivate opportunities for all members of campus to engage their faith
traditions and to participate in spiritual formation. The ideal candidate will build bridges between
Schreiner, the Texas Hill Country and its faith communities, as well as the PC(USA) at-large.
The Campus Minister will invest in Schreiner University's commitment to lifting up the diversity
of perspectives that exist within our community, both through ecumenical ministry and through
maintaining an open and affirming space for pastoral care. Additionally, the successful candidate
will facilitate the shared practice of the University's core values through intentional mission
outreach.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
● Facilitating and overseeing the ecumenical life of the campus Leading and coordinating
weekly worship.
● Creating and leading spiritual formation opportunities (e.g. bible studies).
● Providing pastoral care to address spiritual/mental health needs of campus community
Training and supervision of Peer Ministry Leaders.
● Managing campus ministry budget.
● Facilitating mission outreach with focus on local and surrounding communities
Participating in outreach to local churches.
● Representing Schreiner at Presbyterian Church (USA) and other faith-related functions.
●Building relationships with Presbyterian Church (USA) churches for the purpose of student recruitment.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED
● Master of Divinity (M.Div.).
● Ordained teaching elder in the PC(USA).
● Strong interpersonal communication skills with sensitivity to the needs of others
and the ability to be directive when necessary.
● Ability to delegate responsibilities and cultivate resources for spiritual formation.
● Acceptance of and sensitivity to the diversity of perspectives and needs across campus.
Experience in community building.
● Passion and talent for spiritual formation.
● Love and compassion for people and community.
● Commitment to be a role model and embodying principles of ethical behavior.
● Strong organizational skills.
● Persistently positive outlook with the ability to adapt effectively in the face of
challenges.
Apply here: https://schreiner.edu/job/campus-minister/

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8/3/2021

Assistant Director for Spiritual Wellness, Albion College

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Albion College invites applications for the Assistant Director for Spiritual Wellness position. We are especially interested in candidates who will contribute to a campus climate that supports equity, diversity, and belonging. The Assistant Director for Spiritual Wellness (AD) will work in deep collaboration with the OIW team to offer programmatic opportunities for spiritual exploration, development, and practice; interfaith experiences; community and individual compassion support and ceremonial duties as an integrated part of Albion’s commitment to becoming a community that supports community and individual wellness. This role is a critical part of how we advance self-efficacy, purpose, and belonging through the 7 dimensions of wellness (emotional, spiritual, intellectual, physical, social, occupational, and environmental).

The AD must understand the nature and culture of a residential college campus and demonstrate a willingness to embrace Albion College’s commitment to being an anti-racist institution. The AD will actively promote diversity, belonging and equity through critical and compassionate communication and strategic outreach efforts to various students, faculty and staff (e.g., historically under-represented, first-generation, undocumented and DACA students, LGBTQ students).

Benefits:
This position is eligible for full benefits including health/dental/vision insurance, retirement, tuition remission, and campus amenities including free on-site fitness facility, free parking, and access to campus events/performances.

FLSA Classification: Salaried / Exempt / Administrative
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Position Duration: 12 months per year

Qualifications:
Master's degree in college counseling, student affairs, higher education related field
Two years of experience related to student engagement, leadership development, and/or programming related to spiritual development/wellness, campus ministry, and/or interfaith practices
Experience working with college students and in higher education is preferred

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit an online application including cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references through Interfolio at: http://apply.interfolio.com/91450

Please contact Leroy Wright (StudentDevelopment@albion.edu), Vice President for Student Development and Dean of Students, for questions about the position or search.

A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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