Mark 9:35 - “Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.””
Welcome to the web pages of the First United Methodist Church of Artesia, New Mexico. Here you will find information concerning our church and its ministries. We hope you find your time spent here a blessing. Our church is a warm and loving church, and we want you to feel comfortable and at liberty to call on us for anything you need. Feel free to browse through the various areas of our website and learn about our fellowship. If you are considering relocating to our area, we would love to have you be our guest for Sunday School and worship.
When you visit our church, you will find:
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A caring congregation that will gladly welcome you
In His Care,
Pastor James Edwards
First United Methodist Church
500 W. Grand Ave.
P. O. Box 1492
Artesia, New Mexico 88210
Telephone: 575-746-3535
Fax: 575-746-1624
Sunday
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Sunday School - 9:00 AM
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Morning Worship - 10:15 AM
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Mid-High Youth - 5:00 PM
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Children's Choir Practice - 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
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Youth Snack/Supper - 6:00 PM
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Senior High Youth - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
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Prayer in Sanctuary - 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM
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Revelation Ringers - 6:00 PM
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Chancel Choir - 7:00 PM
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Youth Bible Study - 7:00 PM
Friday
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Men's Prayer Breakfast (Artesia General Hospital) - 7:00 AM
NOW HIRING Family and Education Minister
Definition: Under direction of the Senior Pastor, oversees the children’s ministry pre-K through 5th grade including Sunday school curriculum and education, Vacation Bible School and other ministries focused on children and families with children.
POSITION MAYBE FULL OR PART TIME. SALARY DEPENDANT ON EXPERIENCE
For More Information Please call 575-746-3535
Tasks:
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Develop and implement Christian education programs for children, including Sunday school programs, Vacation Bible School and other pre-K through 5th grade programs.
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Select appropriate curriculum and materials to support these programs.
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Oversee nursery making sure that nursery is properly staffed and workers are properly trained and certified.
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Recruit, train and guide volunteers for the Children’s ministry.
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Submit a weekly plan of action for review and approval.
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Work with Senior Pastor to established goals for assigned areas of responsibility.
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Account for all daily activities by utilizing a planner, journal or other similar tool.
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Performance will be measured by accomplishment of goals, increase in participants in children and family ministry programs.
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Communicate with congregation to encourage support for participation in the Children’s ministry.
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Plan and organize events that support the Children’s ministry including fellowship and outreach activities.
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Work with Outreach Committee to plan activities, ministry and events to attract and retain families.
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Assist Worship Committee with Acolyte and other liturgical activities as needed.
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Assist with Sunday worship service as needed.
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All other duties as assigned for efficient operation of the church.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Abilities, Skills and Other Characteristics:
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A passion for growing faith in children.
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Experience and skills working with children as a teacher. Leader or Christian education worker, preferably in a church environment.
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Experience selecting and designing Christian curriculum and programs.
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Experience using the internet and social networking.
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Strong organizational, project management and communication skills.
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Must obtain and maintain membership in First United Methodist Artesia.
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Bachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred.
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Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and presentation programs, MS Office preferred.
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