Director of Faith Formation Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ | Duluth, Minnesota Pilgrim Church is looking for a creative, energetic, and compassionate Director of Faith Formation to help us nurture faith, build community, and create meaningful experiences for people of all ages. We are a progressive Christian congregation in the United Church of Christ, and we believe faith formation is about much more than what happens in a classroom. It happens around tables, on service projects, in worship, on trips, in conversations with young people, in the neighborhood, and in the everyday moments when we discover what it means to live out our faith together. We are seeking someone who is excited to walk alongside children, youth, families, and the whole congregation as we learn, serve, play, worship, and grow together. What You'll Do The Director of Faith Formation provides overall leadership for education ministry at Pilgrim, including:

Church School:

Oversee our church school program, including curriculum selection, volunteer recruitment and support, supplies, special events, and collaboration with the Senior Pastor on children and family worship experiences.

Confirmation:

Work with the Senior Pastor to recruit and support confirmands and mentors, plan and teach classes, coordinate guest speakers and field trips, and help create a meaningful confirmation experience.

Youth Ministry:

Build relationships with middle and high school youth, create opportunities for experiential learning, service, fellowship, and spiritual growth, and recruit and support adult volunteers.

Intergenerational Ministry:

Develop opportunities for people of all ages to learn, worship, serve, play, and grow together.

Family Ministry:

Be a supportive and accessible presence for parents and caregivers, helping families navigate faith formation both within and beyond the church.

Volunteer Leadership:

Recruit, train, encourage, and equip the wonderful people who make faith formation possible. Who We're Looking For We are looking for someone who: Has education and theological training, ideally including Christian education certification or equivalent experience. Has demonstrated experience teaching and mentoring children and youth. Is committed to progressive Christian faith and values. Brings enthusiasm, creativity, optimism, and energy to education ministry. Understands child development and knows how to connect with and inspire children. Has a strong rapport with adolescents and enjoys building genuine relationships with young people. Is familiar with the United Church of Christ and appreciates its progressive theological tradition. Is a strong communicator, collaborator, and community builder. Has the ability to network and build relationships beyond the walls of the church. This position is open to both ordained clergy and lay professionals. We welcome applicants whose education, experience, gifts, and calling equip them for this ministry. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who likes being around people, enjoys young people, and believes that faith can be joyful, meaningful, questioning, inclusive, and alive.

Position & Compensation Position:

Director of Faith Formation Location:

Pilgrim Congregational Church, 2310 E. 4th St. Duluth, Minnesota 55812

Schedule:

Full-time, 11-month position (August-June)

Base Salary:

$50,000 annually

Flexible Benefits Allowance:

$7,000 annually

Vacation:

Two weeks paid vacation The $7,000 flexible benefits allowance may be used at the employee's discretion for health insurance, retirement contributions, or other eligible personal benefits.

Total annual compensation:

$57,000, plus two weeks of paid vacation. Why Pilgrim? We believe faith formation is something we do together. We want children and young people to know they belong here, families to feel supported, and people of every generation to have opportunities to ask questions, explore faith, serve others, and experience the joy of community. If you see faith formation not simply as a program to manage, but as a way of creating spaces where people can discover belonging, deepen their faith, find purpose, and grow in community, we'd love to hear from you. Come help us create a church where people of every age have room to wonder, grow, serve, laugh, and find their place. If you wish to apply, please email and/or drop off a cover letter, resume, and three references to: office@pilgrimduluth.org Pilgrim Congregational

UCC 2310 E

4th St Duluth, MN 55812

Pay:

$57,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person