Ministry Development Director
St. Luke Global Methodist Church 302 Dunlap Drive Hartsville, SC 29550
Job Title: Ministry Development Director Reports To: Pastor Employment Status: Full-Time
Job Summary
The Ministry Development Director is responsible for the strategic development, coordination, and implementation of the church’s program ministries in alignment with St. Luke Methodist Church’s mission. (St. Lukes Mission “Mantra”: Spirit Led, Christ Centered, Loving Others, Sharing the Gospel) This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to foster spiritual growth and community outreach.
Essential Functions
This job description is intended to outline key responsibilities and qualifications but is not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support the church’s mission.
- Program Development & Management: Plan, budget, and oversee both existing and new ministry programs to support the church’s mission of being a Spirit-led, Christ-centered congregation.
- Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with the pastor to develop and enhance program ministries that share Christ’s love and the Gospel with others.
- Community Engagement & Outreach: Establish and nurture partnerships with other local Global Methodist Church (GMC) congregations and other Hartsville - area churches to create collaborative ministry initiatives and expand outreach efforts in the community.
- Volunteer Recruitment & Leadership: Identify, train, and lead a dedicated volunteer team, ensuring alignment with ministry goals and individual skills.
- Adult & Family Ministry: Develop and/or manage discipleship programs, educational initiatives, and integration strategies for all age groups within the congregation.
- Children & Youth Coordination: Work with Children’s and Youth Directors to implement church-wide and age-specific curricula that align with the church’s spiritual formation objectives. Children and Youth Directors report to Pastor, not to this position.
- Event Planning: Organize and execute church-wide special events that support discipleship, community engagement, and celebratory occasions.
- Small Group & Discipleship Development: Establish and grow discipleship-oriented small groups, Bible studies, and specialized ministries such as grief support, addiction recovery, and new-member orientation programs.
- Ministry Evaluation & Future Planning: Assess the effectiveness of current ministries and develop new programs in alignment with the goals and objectives of the Global Methodist Church of South Carolina, including class and band meetings.
- Continued Learning & Certification: Engage in ongoing education and certification activities through the GMC of SC Lay Ministry Collective and participate in GMC Children, Youth, and Young Adult Collectives.
Qualifications & Experience
- Two-year or Four-year college degree is preferred.
- Prior experience in ministry or related leadership roles is highly desirable.
- Strong relationship with Jesus Christ and the ability to articulate the impact of the Holy Spirit in their life.
- Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently.
Additional Requirements
- Represent St. Luke Methodist Church in a professional and positive manner.
- Adhere to attendance expectations and meet deadlines consistently.
- Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in all aspects of ministry operations.
- Conduct all duties with professionalism and a deep understanding of St. Luke’s mission and ministry objectives.
Purpose of the Job Description
This job description serves as a guide for recruitment, training, and performance evaluation, ensuring alignment with the church’s mission and values.
Resume should be sent to Pastor Todd Davis (pastor@stlukehartsville.com).