PRIMARY GOAL & MISSIONAL FOCUS
The mission of the Congregational Care & Connection Coordinator is to nurture and strengthen the life of St. John’s UMC by providing care, support, visitation, and connection for members and friends of the church. This role coordinates care ministries, fosters meaningful relationships across the congregation, and develops fellowship opportunities – especially for adults, with particular attention to senior adults – helping everyone feel supported, connected, and engaged in the community.
Reports to: Lead Pastor
Status: Hybrid, Part Time, Salaried
Hours: Minimum 12 hours per week, hybrid
TO APPLY
Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@stjohnsbr.org.
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
1. Congregational Care & Support
- Develop and maintain a ministry of care and connection for members and friends of the church.
- Serve as the first point of contact for members facing health challenges or appearing on the prayer list, providing care through phone calls, hospital/facility visits, and home visits as needed.
- Check in promptly with individuals on the prayer list and share updates with the Lead Pastor, staff, and prayer team.
- Communicate with the Lead Pastor as soon as possible regarding congregational care needs and concerns, ensuring the pastor is looped in immediately for pastoral emergencies.
- Monitor the pastoral care emergency phone line in coordination with the Lead Pastor.
- Coordinate personal support, including meals, cards, and caregiving teams.
- Support special and pastoral care-focused worship services, including memorials, celebrations of life, and other significant congregational gatherings, providing care and coordination for participants and families as needed.
- Oversee congregational care teams, including the Prayer Team, Flower Ministry, Communion Companions, Card Ministry, Prayer Shawl Ministry, Bereavement Team, Good Grief Fellowship, and Welcoming New Babies.
- Track care needs and participation, ensuring timely and appropriate follow-up.
- Maintain records and oversee the Congregational Care budget.
2. Adult Fellowship & Connection
- Develop opportunities for adult fellowship and engagement, with special focus on senior adults while remaining inclusive of all adults.
- Organize gatherings such as luncheons, trips, mission initiatives, and special events.
- Collaborate with small groups, Sunday School classes, and fellowship circles to support participation and strengthen community life.
3. Team Liaison
- Serve as staff liaison to the Food, Fun, and Fellowship Team and to United Women in Faith (UWF) ensuring both fellowship opportunities and mission-focused initiatives are coordinated across ministries.
- Participate in church events, staff functions, and meetings where input from this ministry should be heard.
SUPERVISION
Reports to the Lead Pastor and the Staff Parish Relations Committee (SPRC).
QUALIFICATIONS
- Personal skills: Compassionate, relational, and attentive to others’ needs.
- Organizational skills: Ability to coordinate volunteers and events with detail and care.
- Communication skills: Skilled in listening, encouraging, and supporting others.
- Motivational skills: Able to engage adults across generations in meaningful ways.
COMPENSATION
Salaried, part-time; minimum 12 hours per week. Paid twice per month (semi-monthly). Salary and performance are reviewed annually by the Staff Parish Relations Committee.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- The Congregational Care & Connection Coordinator is a part-time position, with a minimum of 12 hours per week. Hours may vary depending on the needs of the ministry and events throughout the year.
- This role requires flexibility, including regular Sunday presence, evenings, weekends, and other times as agreed with the Lead Pastor.
- The position involves visiting members in their homes, care facilities, and hospitals, so reliable transportation is required.
- Work may be performed in person or remotely as appropriate.
- Salary and performance are reviewed annually by the Staff Parish Relations Committee.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- A Criminal Background check and Safe Sanctuaries training will be required
- Upon employment, the first 90 days are considered probationary
Salary & Additional Role
St. John’s is also hiring a Welcoming & Belonging Coordinator which focuses on care, visitation, and support for our members and friends, especially senior adults, while also fostering fellowship and adult connection across the congregation.
If both roles seem like a fit to you, you may apply to both and combine them into one part-time, salaried, hybrid position.
- Congregational Care & Connection Coordinator: $9,000-$10,0000, minimum 12 hours/week
- Welcome & Belonging Coordinator: $8,000-$9,000 with a minimum of 10 hours/week.
Salary is based on experience and responsibilities.
Read more on the details of the Welcoming & Belonging Coordinator.
Updated August 20, 2025