Evangelism Discipleship Coordinator

Location: Northwest Newfoundland/Eastern Labrador (Mary's Harbour)

Who We Are   For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship.

As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.
Mission Statement   The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Position Purpose summary   The Evangelism Discipleship Coordinator is responsible for developing, coordinating, and leading the evangelism and discipleship ministries of Burlington Community Church. The incumbent will focus on advancing the church’s mission of reaching individuals who are not yet connected to the church community, sharing the message of Jesus, and fostering an environment where newcomers feel welcomed, supported, and integrated into the life of the church.

The coordinator will provide pastoral leadership in the areas of outreach, evangelism, and discipleship.
Responsibilities   Responsibilities include developing and implementing outreach strategies, planning and overseeing programs such as Alpha, Love New Canadians, and other community engagement initiatives, and identifying opportunities to build meaningful connections within the broader community. The incumbent will recruit, train, equip, and support volunteers involved in evangelism and discipleship ministries, ensuring they are empowered to effectively serve and engage others. The coordinator will also cultivate relationships with church members, visitors, and individuals exploring faith, providing guidance, encouragement, and opportunities for spiritual growth and discipleship.
Accountabilities   Evangelism & Discipleship Leadership   Working collaboratively with Corps Officers (pastors), church leadership, staff, and volunteers, the Evangelism & Discipleship Coordinator will contribute to the overall mission and vision of the church providing leadership for the evangelism and discipleship ministries by creating pathways for individuals to encounter Christ, grow in their faith, and become active participants in the Burlington Community Church.
Launch, manage and expand community-oriented programs such as Alpha, Love New Canadians and Café Church.
Look for new opportunities to reach out to our community in ways that reflect the unique needs and opportunities of the Burlington CC context.
Provide pastoral care and discipleship for new contacts and new members.
Connect and refer new members to the pastors (Corps Officers) for continued follow-up.
Offer spiritual guidance and support for people at all stages of their faith journey.
Build strong, authentic relationships with congregation members and new attendees.
Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment where people feel known, valued, and connected.
Encourage and mentor individuals in their faith journeys, creating pathways for deeper discipleship and helping them to take a next step in their relationship with Christ.
Be an active and visible representative of The Salvation Army in the Burlington community and attend and participate in Sunday worship services.
Contact Management & Administration   Oversee and maintain systems for capturing, tracking, and following up with new contacts, visitors, and prospective congregants. Ensure timely, meaningful, and consistent follow-up with new contacts to foster engagement and relationship-building. Develop, implement, and evaluate strategies that support the integration, connection, and ongoing involvement of new individuals and families within the life and ministries of the church.

Communicate professionally and effectively with church leadership, ministry teams, congregants, staff, volunteers, and community…