Student Chaplain: Minister of Administration – New Life Fellowship

The Center for Faith Engagement is seeking a student to assist the Chaplain of Belonging and Purpose in providing an Afro-centric worship experience that builds community and fosters discipleship around the three Cs of worship: Celebration, Contemplation and Commitment.

New Life Fellowship was founded 35 years ago to offer students a worship space that reflects their cultural identity while equipping them with the skills to create meaningful spiritual programming. This experience empowers students to deepen their faith and continue a legacy of impactful worship and spiritual leadership beyond their time at Andrews University.

Qualifications summary

• Must be at least a sophomore with one year of in-residence education on campus or demonstrate a strong understanding of campus life.


• Proven leadership experience in a relevant setting is preferred.


• Strong interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence with the ability to foster community and engagement.


• Term of Appointment: 2025-2026 academic year.


• Mandatory training and leadership retreat: August 11 – August 15, 2025.

Duties and responsibilities

• Engage in Leadership Development: Participate in required training and weekly leadership development labs, including the annual leadership retreat each August and other professional growth opportunities as scheduled.

• Support Faith Engagement Initiatives: Assist with planning and execution of Center for Faith Engagement programs such as Service Sabbaths, collaborative events, and the Faith Development Sub-Committee—The Fellowships, with a focus on the “Commitment” aspect of the 3 C’s of Worship model.

• Manage and Support Ministry Teams: Oversee and provide guidance to assigned personnel, including:

• F.I.T. Ministry Leader(s)


• Minister of Music


• Minister of Training and Development


• Media Ministry Team Leader(s)

• Coordinate Worship Logistics: Utilize New Life’s management tool, Planning Center, to coordinate weekly worship services, including scheduling participants and utilizing "Planning Center Live" for real-time coordination.

• Develop Student Leadership: Assist in recruiting a team of graduate and undergraduate students to actively engage in various aspects of New Life Fellowship experience.

• Track and Follow Up on Action Items: Document key decisions and action items during meetings to ensure follow-through on initiatives.

Benefits:

• Compensation: $12.48/hour, 6-8 hours per week.


• Workspace: Access to a dedicated meeting space in the Center for Faith Engagement.


• Professional Development: Receive a reference letter for future employers or a written exit interview evaluation to support your growth and career development.

Supervisory responsibilities

N/A

Qualifications

• Must be at least a sophomore with one year of in-residence education on campus or demonstrate a strong understanding of campus life.


• Proven leadership experience in a relevant setting is preferred.


• Strong interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence with the ability to foster community and engagement.


• Skilled in Planning Center on-line (preferred)

Technical competencies

N/A

Interpersonal interactions

N/A

Physical demands

Be able to lift and 55.25 pounds.

Work environment

Certified Wellness Department.