A really big Scoop

While I’ve always tried to treat all Scoops as equal, for instance when dad died 11 years ago, we posted the Roebuck job as we would any other, I know some Scoops are bigger than others. Like when we broke the news that David Shannon had been named the new president at Freed-Hardeman or that Dan Winkler was coming to work with us at Spring Meadows. So, in my heart there isn’t a bigger one than this one. By now, most of you know that my brother, Jeff, is leaving the pulpit work at Lewisville to work full time in the work of encouraging ministers that we are endeavoring to do via The Jenkins Institute. The blessing he is to so many of us is beyond my ability to communicate and I believe going forward he will do some of the most important work of his life. He intends to devote the rest of his life to this unique work. Pray as he makes this major life adjustment and raises funds that God will use this work to an even richer degree and they it will be a blessing to the Kingdom.  I am thankful for his faith in this. It’s been my experience that God always rewards faith. We are deeply grateful too so many who have reached out to us after this announcement was made public. Several have asked about helping. If you’d like to or want to share the link with others here is the place to make donations or reoccurring donations. Please reach out to us if you have any questions at all.

AL: Dimitri Sims moving to be the new youth minister at the Central congregation in Tuscaloosa following graduating from Freed-Hardeman University.

MS/TN: Chase Surrell has been selected to be the new Youth Minister at the Great Oaks church in the Memphis area. Chase was the Youth Minister at Batesville. Learn more about the Batesville congregation at https://www.batesville.church/.

AL: The College Avenue Church of Christ in Enterprise [pop. ~30,000] is looking a full-time associate minister. They are a congregation of ~170 members, with an established team of five elders and eleven deacons at the heart of a diverse military community right outside Fort Rucker. They will consider experienced, self-motivated applicants who have a passion for evangelism. Primary duties will include coordinating family life activities for children, youth and adults, along with Bible class teaching, and about 25% of the preaching. Further responsibilities will be based on the minister's unique talents and strengths.  Additional opportunities to serve include working with Wiregrass Christian Academy [pre-K-6] and Wiregrass Christian Youth Camp in nearby Chancellor, Alabama. Additional information about this position may be obtained by calling James Baker at 334 400-3304. Please submit a current resume, references, and recent sermon multi-media file or streaming link to jamesebaker365@gmail.com. Or send by mail to: College Avenue Church of Christ Attention: Littleton Chatham P.O. Box 311470 Enterprise, AL 36331.

IN: Highland Village church in Bloomington is looking for an experienced biblically sound preacher. They are a congregation of about 35 members with two elders. The position is currently part-time, with the possibility to become full-time. Résumés and recent audio/video recordings of sermons, or links to same, may be sent to Highland Village Church of Christ, Search Committee, 4000 West Third St., Bloomington, IN, 47404, or emailed to HiVillageCC2831@gmail.com. Facebook: www.facebook.com/hvchurchofchrist

GA: The Rose Hill Church of Christ in Columbus is looking for a Youth Minister. Send info to rosehillymsearch@gmail.com. Congregation has 165 Sunday AM attendance, 4 Elders, and is committed to Lads2Leaders. Go to https://rosehillchurch.com/ for more info on Rose Hill. 

FL: The Pace Church of Christ is seeking a full-time youth/associate minister. The duties include youth, education, and benevolence (weekly pantry). They would prefer someone who is married, has ministry experience, has a Bible or ministry degree, and who could preach and lead singing occasionally. Someone with skill in PowerPoint, websites, social media, and videos is also preferred. The congregation averaged 125 on Sunday mornings (pre-Covid) and is led by three elders and six deacons. They are located in a rapidly growing area of Santa Rosa County just east of Pensacola. Please send a resume, photo, and a list of references to David West (Minister, Elder) 4075 Berryhill Road, Pace, Florida 32571 850 530-5168 david@pacechurchofchrist.org. These will be reviewed by the elders. www.pacechurchofchrist.org.

TN: The Oakland Church in Clarksville is in search of a minister. This will be pretty much a part-time job with hopes of it moving to full-time. If anyone is interested in trying out or interested some pulpit time as they go through the process please contact Dean Bettis 931 216-6106 or mailguy0801@yahoo.com.

TN: The Ethridge Church just outside of Lawrenceburg is looking for a preacher. Here is their Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/Ethridge-church-of-Christ-111625725540446/.

TN: The Spring Creek Church in Jackson is looking to hire a preacher for a re-booted congregation. Spring Creek has been on the decline due to the death of many long-time members. A group of 9 families currently meets on Sunday morning for Bible class and worship and on Wednesday night for classes. Sunday morning attendance ranges from 25-40. This group has been together since October 2020. The ideal candidate would be able to be the main speaker and teach class. Spring Creek is a small rural community outside of Jackson. This is more of a vocational ministry position that can grow into a full time role. Please forward resumes to/contact Lee Johnson at lee@southernadvisor.com or 731 217-1429 if interested.

SC: The Palmetto Church is looking for a  Youth Minister, www.palmettococ.com. They want him to lead a program that is focused on the biblical education and spiritual development of their young men and women. “The Youth Minister should work and teach in a manner that is consistent with Palmetto’s desire for its families to develop an intimate relationship with God, build strong loving relationships with each other and other Christians, and love those who do not yet know Jesus by sharing the Gospel.” Requirements/Qualification: • Married • Experience of 2+ years • College Degree (youth/family ministry degree preferred) • Mature in Faith • Team Player • Able to develop own curriculum • Able to plan & coordinate activities.  

FL: The Scenic Hills congregation in Pensacola is actively looking for a full-time Youth Minister to fill the position that will come open in mid-June. Their current Youth Minister, Casey Crawford, is moving to work with the Central congregation in Augusta, GA after 5 1/2 years with the Scenic Hills congregation. Scenic Hills Sunday morning attendance is currently averaging 175+, and growing each week in a post-COVID climate. The state of Florida is open, and COVID restrictions have been repealed. Scenic Hills has 4 elders, 7 deacons, a full-time office manager, a full-time Preaching minister and a full-time College minister. Applicants should send their resumes to office@scenichillschurchofchrist.org.


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