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Good Shepherd Church

Facilities Manager

Naperville, IL

$60K - $70K/yr

Hours: Full time Monday-Thursday (8 AM-5 PM) and Sunday mornings from 7:30 AM-12:30 PM. Days off ... and lay ministry, providing appropriate access, set-up, use, storage, and clean-up of the ...

Diocese of Orlando

Youth Ministry Coordinator

Orlando, FL · On-site

$18.50 - $24.25/hr

Job Type Full-time Description SUMMARY The Youth Ministry Coordinator is responsible for assisting ... The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by its employees.

St. Francis Catholic Church

Completion of Lay Ministry program, Diaconate program, or other extensive non-academic, formalized ... This full-time position will require evening and weekend hours. Proficiency in Spanish as a second ...

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How much do full time lay ministry jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time lay ministry in the United States is $42,283.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $45,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Lay Ministry vs Part Time Lay Ministry?

AspectFull Time Lay MinistryPart Time Lay Ministry
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
CredentialsOften requires certification or training in ministry or theologyMay require similar credentials but on a less intensive basis
Employment SettingFull-time church staff, religious organizationsVolunteer or part-time roles within churches or community groups
ResponsibilitiesLeading worship, pastoral care, program developmentSupporting church activities, assisting full-time staff

Full Time Lay Ministry involves dedicated, full-time service within religious organizations, often requiring specific credentials and a comprehensive role. Part Time Lay Ministry offers flexible, less hours-based involvement, suitable for volunteers or those balancing other commitments. Both roles support church missions but differ mainly in time commitment and scope of responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Lay Ministry job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,283 per year, or $20.3 per hour.

Mercy Hill Church Residency

Reliant Mission

Greensboro, NC

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

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Ministry Residency

  • Purpose. MH Residency & Seminary helps fulfill Mercy Hill Church's mission to "make disciples and multiply churches" by recruiting, training, and mentoring young ministry leaders for the purpose of sending.
  • What: The Ministry Residency consists of a 2-year staff assignment at Mercy Hill Church, which focuses on:
    • Training through: (1) completion of a 2-year theological master's degree in partnership with Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and (2) partnership with Reliant to help residents learn how to develop a ministry network for financial and prayer support.
    • Mentoring through: (1) active participation in a specific and/or general churchwide ministry opportunity under close pastoral supervision, and (2) development unto leveraging affirmed spiritual gifts with confidence in ministry leadership. Potential ministry residency opportunities may include College Ministry, Next Generation, Missions, Worship, and others.
  • Who: This Residency is for recent college graduates who desire to enter full-time vocational ministry, lay ministry, or the marketplace and want to maximize their impact in the world. Graduates of Mercy Hill's residency go on to assume roles in church planting, pastoral and staff ministry positions, missions, parachurch organizations, the workplace, and more.
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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