Director of Social Justice Ministry at Westwood UMC
Los Angeles, CA 90024
About the job
We are seeking a collaborative and innovative leader to build a social justice ministry that will have a lasting impact on our congregation and community.
The right candidate will oversee and support the development of small group communities and lay-led efforts for spiritual growth and social change. Resource and support the work of small groups and social justice efforts of Westwood Church (in The Sanctuary and The Loft gatherings.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Collaborate with Loft and Sanctuary congregations to develop social justice strategy for
the entire faith community
Social justice event organization and planning
Connect with and support existing social justice and ministry programs within the
Sanctuary and the Loft
Develop social justice committee and/or working group within the congregation, as
needed to resource and encourage the organizing of work for social justice from the
Westwood church community.
Coordinate communication among leaders and the congregation as a whole.
Cultivate relationships and strategic partnerships with community organizations that
share our commitments to social justice.
Participate in regular staff meetings and the collaborative work of the congregation.
Organization Information
Address
Westwood UMC
10497 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, California 90024
Contact
Sabrina Simmons
310-474-4511
[email protected]
Website
westwoodumc.org