Job Description
Monument Community Presbyterian Church of Monument, CO is seeking a Director
of Christian Formation who will provide energetic, creative, and strategic leadership
for the continuity as well as growth of children’s and youth ministries, while also
guiding and developing meaningful opportunities for adult formation. For full job
description, click here. To apply, please send a resume and letter of interest to
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Director of Christian Formation
Monument Community Presbyterian Church
Monument, CO
(Full-time Position)
May 6, 2026
Position Summary
The Director of Christian Formation will provide vision, leadership, and oversight for the
church’s discipleship and spiritual growth ministries. Working closely with church leadership,
this role will help cultivate a vibrant, welcoming environment that encourages the exploration of
faith and nurtures a lifelong commitment to Jesus.
Responsibilities span youth and children’s ministries, community outreach, as well as adult
education and the coordination of various groups that support spiritual development.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Overall responsibility: to develop and implement a clear and cohesive spiritual formation
strategy for the congregation, ensuring all spiritual formation ministries align with the church’s
mission, values, and doctrinal distinctives.
Children, Youth, and Family Ministry: 80%
Create, coordinate, and implement faith formation programs for children, including
nursery care, Sunday School, Children’s Message, holiday programs, and family
activities.
Recruit, equip, and supervise volunteers who support and lead formation programs.
Offer annual Confirmation classes and provide ongoing support for confirmands and their
families.
Manage the Christian Formation Ministry Team (CFMT) budget and adhere to MCPC’s
Employee Guidebook and financial management policies.
Maintain current background checks, ensure compliance with children’s and youth
protection policies, and provide regular child protection training.
Pursue ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities.
Schedule leaders for the Children’s Message, Sunday School, and nursery, and provide
schedules to the office manager.
Maintain accurate records of children and youth by grade and age, along with
parent/guardian information.
Oversee the condition, organization, and readiness of classrooms, supply rooms, and
storage areas.
Attend monthly Christian Formation Ministry Team meetings
Collaborate with the Worship and Mission committees to engage children and youth in
worship and mission activities.
Build relationships within the community to strengthen the church’s presence and
encourage participation.
Develop new programs or events as appropriate to the development and strengthening of
our children’s and youth ministry.
Director of Christian Formation
Monument Community Presbyterian Church
Monument, CO
(Full-time Position)
May 6, 2026
Adult Christian Formation: 20%
In cooperation with the Pastor, coordinate adult discipleship ministries, including classes,
courses, and other spiritual growth opportunities.
Provide leadership and support for small groups and Bible studies.
In coordination with the Pastor, identify, develop, and curate teaching resources and
curriculum appropriate for the congregation.
Relationships:
Supervised by the Pastor
Responsible to the MCPC Session via the Pastor, the Christian Formation Ministry Team
and/or the Personnel Ministry Team as appropriate
Supervises and directs all Christian Education Programs.
Interfaces with other staff as necessary
Works with volunteers and the Christian Formation Ministry Team.
Qualifications/Skills:
Strong commitment to, and able to articulate, a personal relationship to Jesus Christ as his/her Lord and a strong commitment to MCPC
Able to lead graciously as a servant leader
Shows initiative, self-direction, and follow-through
Good interpersonal skills, able to relate to and cooperate with staff, volunteers, and the congregation as a member of a team
Effective interpersonal skills that reach out to wide-ranging personalities.
Able to create an enthusiasm for Christ that invites our congregation, children, youth,
parents, and volunteers to a deeper life with God.
Organizational and recruiting skills that extend to volunteers, members, and other
community groups that may contribute to MCPC’s program.
A willing and patient teacher. Committed to sharing his/her personal knowledge of God’s work and grace.
Open to and comfortable with a variety of child/youth/adult-oriented activities.
Proven experience recruiting, training and leading similar programs.
Effective planning, time management, and administrative abilities.
Competency with basic technology as well as social media/advertising tools.
Required Education & Experience:
Minimum qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in ministry, theology, spiritual formation, or a related field
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in discipleship, spiritual formation, pastoral ministry or comparable responsibilities.
Experience in working with youth and children, leading small groups, teaching, and
developing leaders.
Note: Those amidst educational or credentialling processes are encouraged to apply
Preferred qualifications
Masters in theology, divinity, ministry, or related field
Compensation:
40-50k depending on experience and qualifications
Benefits including health insurance are possible
Vacation time: 2 weeks
Sick time: 2 weeks
FT position, though exact hours and scope can be negotiated for the right candidate.
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Paid time off
Work Location: In person
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