Three congregations in Fredericksburg, Virginia are working together to begin a new ministry and to enhance an established ministry. Trinity Episcopal Church, Christ Lutheran Church, and St. George’s Episcopal Church seek an ordained person for a full-time position with two main foci:
- Young Adult Missioner for the three churches and in relationship with the diocese and synod.
- Chaplain for the Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry at the University of Mary Washington (ELCM – 10 years old) and Germanna Community College
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Engage with young adults (loosely defined as people age 18 to 35) as they begin or continue their faith journey, particularly with those who attend local colleges and with all in the community as they discern their vocations and begin their careers.
- Ffacilitate connections between the congregations and young adults in the community.
- Oversee and serve as chaplain to the ministry of “The House” (Episcopal Lutheran Campus Ministry community and building).
- Visit each of the three sponsoring congregations one Sunday a month. Preach once a quarter in each of the parishes.
- Coordinate communications including website, social media, texting, print media, etc.
- Meet regularly with the clergy of the three congregations for supervision and support.
- Serve as a resource in the region and diocese/synod for young adult ministry.
- Develop innovative approaches to young adult ministry.
Desired qualities:
- Episcopal or Lutheran clergy (ecumenical and interfaith relations experience helpful)
- Desire to be a creative evangelist
- Self-motivated and organized
- Pastoral sensitivity and passion for working with young adults
- Innovative worship leader
- Dedication to preaching
- Sensitivity and dedication regarding welcome and inclusion of all people
- Relational, friendly, outgoing
- Servant leadership, community organizing skills, and ability to empower others.
- Strong interpersonal and online media communication skills
Compensation and benefits follow the standards of the diocese or synod.
Those interested in applying for this ministry are asked to send their resumes, their OTM profiles, and a cover letter to the Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church:
The Rev. Kent D. Rahm
Trinity Episcopal Church
825 College Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
540-373-2996
krahm@trinity-fredericksburg.org
The Rev. Joseph H. Hensley, Jr.
St. George’s Episcopal Church
905 Princess Anne Street
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
joe.hensley@stgeorgesepiscopal.net
The Rev. Anne Jones Martin
Christ Lutheran Church
1300 Augustine Avenue
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
anne@christ-lutheran-church.org
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