Ministry Consultant – Renewal and Discipleship

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Lead the Thriving Congregations renewal pathway, which encompasses Thriving Essentials, Thriving in Mission, and Thriving Practices cohorts.

• Equip local churches and classis leadership with a common language, comprehensive tools, and continuous coaching.

• Assist congregations in articulating their distinctive missional mandate via the Thriving in Mission discernment process.

• Guide the development of tailored five-year ministry plans that incorporate localized gospel vision into church activities.

• Provide consultation and training focused on missional identity and discipleship.

• Support the transition from clergy-led models to a framework where every member engages in disciple-making.

• Facilitate nine-month disciple-making cohorts through workshops, tailored tool development, and practical training sessions.

• Curate discipleship resources grounded in Reformed theology, employing adult learning principles.

• Collaborate with diverse communities to create contextual tools.

• Empower congregations to support and prioritize disciple-making across various contexts.

• Assist with research methodologies that evaluate discipleship multiplication and congregational renewal.

• Travel to conduct in-person immersions, cohort retreats, and Classical consultations.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active membership in a Christian Reformed congregation, or a church in communion with the CRCNA, along with agreement to the church's doctrine as indicated by signing a covenant statement.

• Demonstrated experience in public speaking and group facilitation, including coaching and mentoring fellow facilitators.

• Ability to cultivate dynamic learning communities and guide church leadership in strategic planning, spiritual discernment, and change management.

• Proficient in simplifying complex theological concepts into accessible, reproducible tools using established adult learning and community-building principles.

• Proven ability to engage cross-culturally, fostering mutual learning within diverse communities.

• Exceptional interpersonal, listening, and communication capabilities.

• Highly collaborative team player across various functions.

• Strong organizational, project management, and administrative competencies.

• Intermediate computer proficiency and digital communication skills, including familiarity with virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom) and digital resource distribution networks.

• A Master’s degree in pastoral ministry, theology, education, or a related field is required.

• Ordination or eligibility for ordination within the Christian Reformed Church is preferred.

• Advanced experience in pastoral leadership, congregational coaching, or ministry consultation is essential.

• Familiarity with the CRCNA denomination and Thrive’s renewal pathway or similar congregational discernment frameworks is advantageous.

• Willingness to travel within Canada and the United States as necessary.

• 50% travel commitment during the fall and spring, including weekends, is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work-Life Balance

• Full-Time Flexible Work Arrangements

• Generous Vacation and Holiday Time

• Competitive benefits and retirement plan

• Professional Development Opportunities

• Contribute to an organization that is making a significant impact in the world

• Retirement fund contribution

• Four weeks of vacation

• Flexible remote work schedule

• Attractive benefits package