Coordinator of Ministry and Service
Lake Park Lutheran Church
About Lake Park Lutheran Church
Lake Park Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation on the East Side of Milwaukee, called
to seek and live the Gospel, welcome all, advocate for justice, and serve others. At Lake
Park, our spiritual family includes every generation, people of all gender identities, sexual
orientations, ethnicities, and all kinds of backgrounds. We share in ministry with our
community and global partners, especially Alice’s Garden, All Peoples Gathering Church,
Lutheran Campus Ministry, and our sister congregation in El Salvador.
Position Description
We are seeking a passionate and collaborative leader to coordinate ministry in our
multi-generational church and connect members to meaningful service opportunities in
our church and alongside our partners. We are devoted to building a staff and leadership
team that reflects the diversity of God’s people. As part of our commitment to racial
equity and inclusion, we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, particularly
those from historically marginalized communities, to apply.
Responsibilities
● Develop and implement children, youth, and family ministry
○ Develop and deepen our children, youth, and family ministry. This includes
assessing current programming, strategizing, and planning for the future
○ Build and maintain authentic relationships of care with children, youth, and
their families
○ Establish an inclusive and safe environment for children, youth, and family
ministry
○ Coordinate volunteer teams and provide support to lay leaders
○ Plan, organize, implement, and attend children and youth programming,
including service projects, retreats, and trips
● Support adult education and programming
○ Provide support to small group leaders within the congregation
○ Plan special events, educational opportunities, and programming for adults
○ Collaborate with staff to ensure regular communication with the adults in
the congregation
● Coordinate volunteer and service opportunities
○ Connect members to volunteer and service opportunities within the
congregation that fit their interest, passions, and skillsets
○ Build and foster relationships in our neighborhood and with our partners
○ Coordinate and promote volunteer and service opportunities with our
partners
Requirements
● An understanding and appreciation of the ELCA and our call to serve and love our
neighbors
● Ability to embody and articulate the values of diversity, equity, justice and inclusion
● Experience and passion for working with children, youth, and families; exceptional
candidates will also have adult education/ministry experience
● Excitement to engage the congregation and wider community with care and
enthusiasm
● Experience developing team leaders and recruiting and equipping volunteers
● Ability to take initiative and be self-directed, while working within a team
● Excellent communication and organizational skills
● At least 2-3 years of experience in education, ministry, program development, or
community organizing
● A 4-year or higher college degree is preferred, but relevant experience will be
considered for exceptional candidates
● Verifiable references and a background check
● Availability for Sunday mornings, evenings, and weekends
Compensation
This is a full-time, salaried position (30–40 hours per week). Compensation includes base
salary, health benefits, paid vacation, and continuing education funds. Salary range is
$50,000-60,000 (at 40 hours/week), commensurate with experience.
Supervision and Support
This role will be supervised by the Pastor, and supported by our Personnel Team and
Church Council. Responsibilities and duties may change as needed and goals for growth
will be reviewed annually.
Application Process
Applications will be received through November 16, 2026, at 11:00 p.m. CST. Interested and
qualified candidates, please email your resume to Pastor Alissa Kretzmann Farrar
(pastoralissa@lakeparklutheran.com).
Note: As a religious organization, we reserve the right, where permitted by applicable
federal and state law, to employ individuals who share and support our religious beliefs,
