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Overview:
Kingdom Fellowship AME Church (KFAME) is seeking a Director of Discipleship and Christian Education that has a passion for God’s word and the growth of Christian discipleship to support the Grow Ministry and the Grow Lead by strengthening discipleship, membership, and educational opportunities.
Responsibilities:
Supporting the overall Ministry of the church by:
- Preaching and teaching, as assigned.
- Representing the church in public spaces, as needed.
- Fulfilling other ministerial and leadership duties within the church, as assigned.
Strengthening the Discipleship opportunities of the church by:
- Designing relevant courses and creating curricula to be delivered across multiple platforms with the aim of maturing disciples.
- Recruiting and training teachers and facilitators, including regular rhythms of equipping and assessment.
- Thinking outside of the box of traditional discipleship, innovating through various mediums, and with a strong evangelistic message (i.e. podcasts, video series, interactive learning experiences, etc.).
Strengthening the Membership opportunities of the church by:
- Overseeing the process of recruiting, training, and developing administrators, Connect Coaches and Growth leaders.
- Facilitating new member orientation and read-in process.
- Ensuring accuracy and diligence in records, reports, and systems to support new member data.
Strengthening the Educational opportunities of the church by:
- Creating opportunities for theological conversation around key topics, questions, and culture across multiple platforms and developing programming that encourages and inspires biblical literacy.
- Organizing panels, summits, and conferences with scholars to facilitate.
- Researching and writing relevant and accessible content that integrates the rich heritage of A.M.E and African American religious history.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Theological Master’s degree strongly preferred.
- Evidence of dedicated prayer life and commitment to discipleship.
- Fluency with Microsoft Office, Apple OS suite, and Zoom.
- Excellent oral and written communication with effective professional business writing skills.
- Ability to recruit, disciple, and retain leaders within the ministry.
- Strong interpersonal skills to facilitate internal and external professional partnerships and relationships.
- Competency and flexibility to complete special projects with little supervision as assigned.
- Ability to work with a variety of persons and teammates, facilitating collaboration and cooperation.
- Highest level of discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information/situations with/for the Pastoral team.
- Self-motivated, well organized, and able to work independently.
- KFAME requires all its employees and contractors to provide proof of full Covid-19 vaccination.
About Kingdom Fellowship AME Church:
At Kingdom Fellowship AME Church (KFAME) our motto is, “We are making kingdom disciples to make a kingdom difference.” For us these are more than words; under the leadership of our senior pastor, Rev. Matthew L. Watley, all of our efforts and resources are aimed at making a difference in the lives of the people and communities we serve. Through our church operations, as well as the programming and partnerships of our affiliated Kingdom Global Community Development Corporation (KGCDC), our staff, members, and volunteers work to meet many of the health and wellness needs of Marylanders and those located throughout the globe. Together KFAME and the KGCDC own and operate three commercial buildings (300,000 + square feet) that service and support both residents and businesses across Prince George’s, Montgomery, and Howard counties. In execution of Pastor Watley's vision, we are looking to continue to expand our impact and reach, while remaining kingdom focused.