Faithful Formation Grant Director

Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary invites applications for our Director of the Faithful Formation Grant, beginning immediately and continuing through at least December 2027. The successful candidate holds a terminal degree in pastoral care, pastoral theology, psychology of religion, marriage and family therapy with a focus on spiritual/pastoral care or an allied field (ABD considered). Qualifications include demonstrated organizational and project management experience including strong communication skills.

As Director of the Faithful Formation Grant, this colleague will lead the initiative to enhance the religious education and formation of children and youth by helping parents and caregivers engage in Christian practices to pass on their faith and values to their children. The grant director will maintain the faithfulformation.org website, create and publish resources for Christian ministry professionals as well as Christian caregivers, supervise the Faith of our Mothers research team members, develop education events for the community, and direct outreach to families. In keeping with our values, Louisville Seminary will engage caregivers and parents of many races, ethnicities, gender identities, ages and sexual orientations.

The learning community of Louisville Seminary is characterized by vibrant student-faculty interaction and transformative practical training opportunities. A theological school of the Presbyterian Church (USA), Louisville Seminary is committed to growing as a diverse place of learning and to deepening ecumenical and inter-religious dialogue. Our Presbyterian heritage informs our commitment to social justice regarding race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and ecology, as we carry out our mission of preparing people to participate in the redemptive ministry of Jesus Christ in a pluralistic world.

Compensation

Louisville Seminary offers a full range of benefits, including professional development assistance and health insurance.

Education

Ph.D. in pastoral care, pastoral theology, psychology of religion, marriage and family therapy with a focus on spiritual/pastoral care or an allied field
Ph.D. in progress in these fields considered

Key Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven project management abilities with a track record of meeting deadlines and coordinating multiple priorities
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Experience with qualitative research methods, data analysis, and reporting
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and professionally
  • Familiarity with or experience in ministry or faith-based settings is strongly valued

Application Process

All applications must include:

  1. A cover letter of application
  2. Your curriculum vitae

Send these materials electronically to:
Dr. Lesley Ann Earles
c/o Ms. Nina Carroll-Goodman
ncarrollgoodman@lpts.edu

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.