The Diocese of Southern Ohio is seeking a Church Planter and Diocesan Missioner for Latino Ministry. La Iglesia Episcopal del Espíritu Santo is an Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Southern Ohio that embraces immigrant communities in Forest Park and the surrounding areas. We are Latino, American, immigrants, English-speaking, Spanish-speaking and bi-lingual.  We are a community of disciples who support one another in the faith and reach out to those outside of our doors. We value social justice and the hard work of reconciliation, as well as laughter, and breaking bread together. We offer education, advocacy, and community to our neighbors, and we work not only to respond to their physical needs, but also to their spiritual longings.

The Missioner duties will include:

1.) Serving as Church Planter/Mission Developer for La Iglesia Episcopal del Espíritu Santo:

• • Recruit, empower and train Core Team of Leaders to continue the outreach and service programs currently offered by El Centro del Minister Latino.
  • Deepen existing relationships and build new relationships with community members and potential partners in the community.
  • Cultivate and develop a Core Team of Missioners who are called to be disciples of Jesus and to follow him out into the neighborhood to listen for the deep spiritual hunger of our neighbors.

2.) Serving as Diocesan Missioner for Latino Ministries

• • Be a resource for other congregations, diocesan groups, or leaders interested in pursuing Latino ministry in their own communities.
  • Redevelop a diocesan Latino Ministry Commission.
  • Remain up to date on current best practices in Latino Ministry around the Episcopal Church by participating in conferences, continuing education, in-person experience etc.

Interested applicants should apply using the form below. Should you have any questions, please contact the Rev. Canon Jane Gerdsen, Missioner for Fresh Expressions, at jgerdsen@diosohio.org.

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church is a small but lively parish that has faithfully served the Dayton, Ohio community since 1938. Over the years, St. Mark’s has attracted a diverse stream of people representing a wide variety of opinions, professional backgrounds and life experiences. At St. Mark’s, we truly mean that “all are welcome” and are looking to call a priest who shares our love of inclusion and open-mindedness.

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What is St. Mark’s Dayton looking for in a Priest-in-Charge?

• A pastor who is a shepherd to the flock.
• A priest who can grow with the people, knowing when to lead and when to listen, and when to offer spiritual and moral guidance, using scripture as a foundation.
• A priest who will attract young families into the congregation, finding ways for them to contribute to all aspects of parish life.
• A leader who helps us expand our understanding what it means to be truly diverse and inclusive, reaching out to marginalized segments of our community and strengthening our long-held ties with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.
• An innovator who with lay leadership identifies new revenue streams to complement the annual giving of our faithful, generous parishioners.
• A faithful servant of our baptismal promise to strive for justice and peace for all people by sustaining our commitment to both outreach and parish life.
• A priest who is a comforting presence, an effective communicator, and a willing ally who, together with the Vestry and other church leadership, ensures that our mission is accomplished.
• Above all else, St. Mark’s wants a priest who is friendly and approachable, and who is interested in taking this journey of faith together with us to the Glory of God.

This will be a full-time Priest-in-Charge position with benefits. Salary will be based on experience. Interested applicants should apply by using the link below, or submit a cover letter, resume, and OTM Profile to Sherri Martin, Assistant Transitions Officer, at smartin@diosohio.org. Additional information will be forwarded to applicants at that time.

The Northern Miami Valley Episcopal Cluster in Champaign County, Ohio seeks a half- to three-quarter time priest-in-charge for two active yet historical congregations. Our churches have worked together for two decades. Each congregation retains its individuality while sharing a priest, finances and similar outreach missions. Each congregation focuses on working with and giving back to our local communities to meet current needs. Situated between Columbus and Dayton, with Cincinnati just a bit farther south, our communities consist of rural backgrounds with quaint villages that offer excellent schools, restaurants and numerous nearby opportunities for social and cultural development.

The Cluster seeks a collaborative leader who can not only guide our members through worship and spiritual growth, offering a thoughtful leadership, but who can also be an important and active part of our communities. Our priest should attend both congregational and Cluster functions as well as engage with other clergy in the county. We desire a priest who aims to listen as well as teach and who is excited to help us grow our presence in our communities, and welcome potential new members.

The Cluster offers two services each Sunday morning as well as occasional joint services. We have an average total Sunday attendance of about 45 and operate on a joint budget. Please find further information at www.nmvec.org.

All questions regarding transition ministry should be directed to the Rev. Canon Jason Leo, Canon for Transitions and Congregational Vitality, at jleo@diosohio.org, or Sherri Martin, Assistant Transitions Officer, at smartin@diosohio.org.