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Program Director

Ocean Grove, NJ · On-site

Lead speaker selection, scheduling, hospitality, and related logistics. * Oversee children's, youth, and other spiritual formation programs, supporting ministry staff and ensuring alignment across ...

Agape Network Inc

Chaplaincy Coordinator

Miami, FL · On-site

$22/hr

Meets with any of the Agape staff when they need spiritual counseling and/or prayer. * Leads a weekly 15-minute noontime devotional for staff or finds guest speakers to do so. * Researches faith ...

Agape Network Inc

Chaplaincy Coordinator

Miami, FL

$22/hr

Meets with any of the Agape staff when they need spiritual counseling and/or prayer. * Leads a weekly 15-minute noontime devotional for staff or finds guest speakers to do so. * Researches faith ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for spiritual speaker in the United States is $63,587.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,500.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a spiritual speaker?

A Spiritual Speaker is a professional who delivers talks, workshops, or seminars focused on spiritual growth, personal development, and well-being. They often draw on personal experiences, spiritual philosophies, or religious teachings to inspire and guide audiences. Spiritual Speakers may address topics such as mindfulness, inner peace, purpose, and holistic living. Their goal is to help individuals connect with their inner selves and foster a deeper sense of meaning in their lives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a spiritual speaker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Spiritual Speaker, you need a deep understanding of spiritual principles, strong public speaking skills, and often a background in theology, psychology, or counseling. Familiarity with presentation software, social media platforms, and audio/visual equipment is commonly required to effectively reach and engage audiences. Exceptional empathy, active listening, and the ability to inspire and connect with diverse groups are crucial soft skills in this role. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering impactful messages, fostering personal growth, and building trust with audiences seeking spiritual guidance.

What are some common challenges faced by spiritual speakers when engaging diverse audiences?

Spiritual Speakers often encounter the challenge of addressing audiences with varied backgrounds, beliefs, and expectations. Creating messages that resonate while remaining inclusive and respectful of all perspectives requires sensitivity and adaptability. Successful speakers invest time in understanding their audience, tailoring their communication style, and fostering an open environment for dialogue. This approach not only enhances engagement but also helps build trust and credibility within diverse groups.

What is the difference between Spiritual Speaker vs Motivational Speaker?

AspectSpiritual SpeakerMotivational Speaker
CredentialsOften have spiritual or religious certifications, life coaching credentialsNo specific certifications required, focus on personal experience
Work EnvironmentConferences, retreats, religious gatheringsCorporate events, seminars, workshops
Industry UsageReligious, spiritual, wellness sectorsBusiness, corporate, personal development sectors
Search & ComparisonPeople seek spiritual guidance, faith-based inspirationIndividuals looking for motivation, productivity tips

While both roles aim to inspire audiences, Spiritual Speakers focus on spiritual growth and faith-based messages, often within religious or wellness contexts. Motivational Speakers primarily aim to boost personal and professional motivation in corporate or personal settings. The choice depends on the audience's needs and the speaker's expertise.

How to become a spiritual speaker?

To become a spiritual speaker, develop strong communication and public speaking skills, often through practice and training. Gain knowledge in spiritual topics, possibly earning relevant certifications or degrees, and build a platform through speaking engagements, social media, or workshops to share your message effectively.
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Director of Spiritual Formation

Cornerstone University

Grand Rapids, MI

Full-time

Re-posted 3 hours ago

Job description

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time, Salary (12 month)

REPORTS TO: Assistant VP for Spiritual Formation and Christian Community

DEPARTMENT: Spiritual Formation and Christian Community

LOCATION: Grand Rapids, MI

SUMMARY

The individual in this position provides spiritual, formational, and educational leadership to Cornerstone University’s campus ministries initiatives and serves as a key stakeholder in the leadership team of the Spiritual Formation and Christian Community (SFCC) department. This role is responsible for leading the campus community in a bible-saturated means of grace ministry emphasizing the role of Scripture, prayer, authentic fellowship, and participation in the local church. The ideal candidate for this position must display a genuine love for Christ and love for others, as well as an ability to articulate and model a life of practically applied biblical wisdom and knowledge. The core of Cornerstone University is defined and driven by its Christ-centered mission and Biblical confession.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Equip members of the campus community for effective discipleship and formative opportunities within the student population with emphasis on traditional undergraduate.
    • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to contribute to the success of Cornerstone’s discipleship and formative ministries.
    • Recruit, train, assist, supervise, and provide accountability for student leaders and staff members involved in direct discipleship and formative opportunities.
    • Leads the campus ministries team consisting of both staff and student workers.
    • Identify and/or produce discipleship materials for use by the traditional undergraduate population that are in alignment with CU’s Confession, CU statements, and best practices in Christian higher education.
    • Model good stewardship with the use of time, ministry resources, and ministry funds.
    • Lead efforts in equipping the university community in becoming effective disciple makers and leading Bible studies.
  • Oversee Cornerstone’s chapel program.
    • Contribute to chapel planning schedules, themes, and the identification of chapel speakers.
    • Coordinate corollary programming related to CU’s chapel program (such as Collegiate Day of Prayer, Global Impact Week, special and additional services, etc.).
    • Manage the review of chapel requirement policies, exemption requests, and follow-up meetings with students related to student needs and chapel requirements.
    • Lead the programming of chapel through on-platform opportunities (ranging from speaker introductions to speaking in chapel).
    • Ensures adherence to the university’s Christ-centered mission for the entirety of the chapel experience.
  • Engage in opportunities for discipleship and spiritual formational support to students.
    • Personally foster discipleship and formative relationships through mentoring selected students and leading a small group of targeted students each semester.
    • Serve as a member of the Care Team.
    • Foster a level of visibility and availability in the CU campus community through involvement in other campus events and collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and students.
    • Assess student benevolence needs and collaborate with the student life leadership team to distribute funds in accordance with established policies
  • Strengthen and support connections between CU students and local churches in Grand Rapids.
    • Maintain a church directory that is available and searchable by CU students.
    • Oversee the planning of the annual church fair to introduce CU students to church opportunities and leaders in Grand Rapids.
    • Creatively implement strategies and programs to effectively engage students in the life of the local church.
    • Build and maintain relationships with local church pastors by inviting them to speak at campus ministries functions, visiting local churches, and participating in church conferences.
  • Oversee student spiritual engagement opportunities
    • Responsible for creating, executing, and managing aspects of CU's student discipleship ministry that focus on discipleship and spiritual formation of CU students.
    • Plan, implement, and assess prayer meetings, small groups, and spiritual formation retreats.
    • Provide training and support to mentors and small groups.
    • Establish and maintain opportunities for service and volunteering on campus and in the community.
    • Oversee the planning of global mission trips.
  • Serve as a member of the Spiritual Formation and Christian Community leadership team.
    • Participate in leadership team meetings.
    • Foster collaborative relationships through teaching opportunities as necessary and available.
    • Serve on assigned committees as necessary and available.
    • Provide input and support to overall departmental initiatives.
  • All Cornerstone University employees will regularly interact with students in a variety of projects, activities, and settings. As such all employees are expected to serve as Christian leaders and mentors by effectively living a gospel-centered lifestyle, ministering and discipling through a biblical worldview.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree required combined with 1 to 3 years of spiritual leadership or mentoring roles. Progress toward a masters degree in a ministry field is preferred.
  • Demonstrated capacity and character for effective pastoral ministry .
  • Demonstrated experience related to college student spiritual formation/discipleship.
  • Demonstrated capacity for educational leadership.
  • Love for students and proven ability to relationally connect with them.
  • Proven discretion and capacity to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and an active Christian commitment.

A theology that supports the values and mission of Cornerstone University core commitments evidenced by an ability to affirm and sign the university’s doctrinal statement, “The Cornerstone Confession.”

Four other foundational pillars, along with the university’s mission and confession, form Cornerstone’s Core Commitments.

• The Cornerstone Christian World View

• The Cornerstone Academic Vision

• The Cornerstone Beautiful Christian Community

• The Marriage and Human Sexuality Position Statement

These core commitments convey who we are, what we believe and how we live and work together in community. Employees are expected to faithfully attend an evangelical and biblical church whose core beliefs and practices are consistent with Cornerstone’s confession and core commitments.