Spiritual Director

4 weeks ago

Columbus, United States Via de Cristo Full time

Role DescriptionThe Spiritual Director (SD) is a responsible servant of Jesus Christ who, as ordained and rostered clergy, wishes to glorify God by watching over the theological integrity of the ministry and assist the NLS Executive Board (EB) in matters of faith and spirituality. The Spiritual Director, with the President, will serve as liaison to the various church bodies to promote the mission and purpose of Via de Cristo (VdC).Elected by the delegates at a National Lutheran Secretariat (NLS) Annual Gathering to serve a two‑year term. Renewable by election for a second two‑year term.Serves without compensation.Accountable to NLS President and the Executive Committee (EC).Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesPrays regularly for the leaders of NLS affiliated Secretariats and the members of the NLS EB.Participates as an active member of a Renewal Group.Promotes Via de Cristo among the Lutheran Church and other official church bodies, including corresponding with Lutheran Bishops, District Presidents, etc., each year, with an invitation to attend the National Annual Gathering.Directs the Executive Board spiritually and keeps the Board in tune with the clergy side of matters under consideration.Serves as the NLS’s official link to all Christian clergy communities throughout the United States.Encourages clergy attendance at, and participation in, VdC and NLS activities, particularly the Annual Gathering.Uses the database to send a communication each winter to all pastors who have attended a VdC weekend seeking their support for the ministry by serving on weekends and sponsoring pilgrims.Assists in new VdC secretariat start‑ups, as needed, in coordination with the Vice President for Outreach.Maintains an accurate and timely manual for this position including a timeline of responsibilities.Provides an annual report of activities to the Vice President of Administration for inclusion in the Annual Gathering binder no later than June 15 of each year.Other DutiesAs requested by the President.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSpiritual Direction for the National VdC Annual Gathering Host Committee – work with the Host Committee and participate in the planning and follow‑through of worship services and chapel facilities.Knowledge, Skills, and Related GiftsWell versed in both the method and the history of the movement, especially the roots as they pertain to the spirituality of our ministry.Understand that the VdC is not a church or a para‑church, promoting the ministry as basic Christian discipleship and renewal for Christian spiritual well‑being.Good human‑relation skills and public‑speaking skills.Acts as a champion and example, alongside the EB, of how lay and clergy work together.Fiscal ResponsibilityAppropriate expenditures/expense reports or receipts to be filed with the NLS Treasurer that relate to the position, travel and needs for meetings.Extent of Public Contact: Moderate to HighSD is expected to accomplish outreach to other 4th Day clergy, possibly leading worship or delivering a keynote address at the Annual Gathering, and to attend the Mid‑Year Meeting and Annual Gathering.Physical DemandsPossible travel to maintain contact with communities and clergy. Attempts to be visible at Synod functions and other National functions as a representative of VdC/NLS. In attendance at all NLS EB meetings.De Colores We are performing maintenance on our website and email server. If you have trouble reaching us, please email our webmaster directly at nlsvdcoutreach@gmail.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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