Jobs at Christian Reformed Church in North America

The Operations Manager leads daily operations for the Church Planting Core Initiative, managing workflows, logistics, financial administration, budgeting, contracts, reporting systems, communications implementation, partner relationships, and process improvements. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, supports fundraising and strategic priorities, and provides operational and technical support. A bachelor's degree, operational leadership experience, church planting experience, financial management skills, and cross-cultural competency are required. The position is remote but involves regular travel across North America and internationally.

Facilitates congregational renewal and discipleship multiplication for Christian Reformed churches. The role leads renewal and disciple-making cohorts, coaches church and classis leaders, develops five-year ministry plans, translates theological concepts into practical resources, supports cross-cultural learning, provides training and consultation, and contributes to research assessing congregational renewal. The position requires extensive facilitation, strategic planning, pastoral or ministry consultation experience, and 50% travel during fall and spring.

Leads declining Christian Reformed congregations through discernment, renewal, closure, and legacy planning. Provides consultation, coaching, and pastoral care to church leaders navigating grief, conflict, organizational change, membership transfers, property dissolution, and asset designation. Advises denominational leaders on legal and financial requirements, develops guidance materials, and collaborates on church planting and ministry transition outcomes. The role requires extensive travel in Canada and the United States, including 50% travel during fall and spring.