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Part-time, September-May, music position open at First United Methodist Church, Normal, IL. Children's Choral Director - Cherub Choir (grades K-2) & Wesley Choir (grades 3-5). Experience leading children's music and education in music required. Please send resume and letter of intent to First United Methodist Church or contact for more information.

Grace United Methodist Church, Salem, seeks full-time Director of Ministries. Applicants should possess ability to coordinate church programming, including ministries with children & youth. Experience preferred. Mail cover letter and resume with references to: Pastor, Grace UMC, 116 E. Schwartz, Salem, IL 62881 Must be received by June 5, 2013.

The Delavan United Methodist Church is prayerfully seeking a Pipe organist and choir accompanist for our church services. This is a paid position.

Mattoon First UMC is hiring a choir director to direct three adult choirs. Please see the job description for more information.

Trinity United Methodist Church in West Frankfort, IL is looking for a Youth Director. We have an immediate opening. This could be a part-time or full-time position depending on available hours and qualifications. Trinity is a growing church averaging over 200 in attendance. This could be a great opportunity for someone who has a heart for reaching our youth. If you know of someone in your church who might be interested and qualified,please contact Allan Willmore, Staff/Parish Chairman, at (618) 932-8559 or the Pastor, Joey Dunning, at the church office - (618) 932-2866.

Pittsfield United Methodist Church is seeking someone to work with our youth and children. This is a part time position. For more information contact Tom Wilber at Pittsfield United Methodist Church, 222 N. Monroe, Pittsfield, IL 62363. Email: pastor@pittsfieldumc.org.

Marshall First UMC is seeking a full time Children and Youth Director. We are seeking someone who: Has a committed faith in Jesus Christ Able to relate to children and youth, and understands the current youth culture Can recruit, develop and equip a team for youth ministry Must be willing to work within the theological and structural framework of the UMC and uphold the Social Principles as they relate to the children and youth ministries.

The Director of Fine Arts Ministry Outreach shall lead the visioning, planning and coordination for a Christian ministry of Fine Arts outreach to the Peoria and larger community. This full time position shall involve conducting a needs assessment within the congregation and the community on the nature and understanding of Fine Arts as a ministry of the Christian Church. The Director shall identify existing ministries for potential partnership and support, and develop fresh ways and means to connect the Gospel with the artistic community as well as with children in the low-income neighborhood schools near the church and for suburban children and youth. Liaison with existing Fine Arts programs at Bradley University and Illinois Community College (the second largest community college in Illinois) also would be welcomed. The Director shall be the principal advisor to the Directing Pastor and lay leadership on all matters pertaining to Fine Arts ministry outreach and expression, and directly accountable to the Director of Traditional Worship Arts as immediate supervisor. A coherent and comprehensive fine arts ministry outreach program that reflects artistic excellence and theological integrity is the goal.