Career Opportunities

MINISTER – CENTRETOWN UNITED CHURCH

Ottawa, ON. Centretown United Church is seeking a full-time, ordered minister to lead our congregation in downtown Ottawa. The focus of the position is on worship that creatively illuminates God’s Word for our lives today, compassionate pastoral care, and meaningful outreach ministries. This faith community strives to offer safe space to all. We are known for our commitment to social justice and outreach to the vulnerable in our neighbourhood and seek new ways to sustain this mission. The Community of Faith Profile and Position Description can be found on ChurchHub.

Qualifications: We are seeking candidates with significant experience in• Connecting current theologies to a lived faith in today’s context, balancing traditional and
new styles of worship.
• Working in community ministries, working with marginalized communities and persons and
building partnerships.
• Mentoring the Pastoral Care Team, visiting, providing compassionate pastoral care and
counselling.
• Nurturing and supporting new and creative ways of faith formation.

Applications: Centretown United Church is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative environment for all employees. We thank all applicants. Those interested are invited to apply via ChurchHub at cucsearchteam@centretownunited.org.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR (INTERIM) – KANATA UNITED CHURCH 

Position available immediately.

Kanata United Church (KUC), located in Ottawa’s west end, is a vibrant and active faith community with a busy church building and full calendar of worship, programs, and community events. The Office Administrator plays a central role in the effective and coordinated functioning of the church office and is an integral member of our team ministry.

Reporting to the Church Council through the Ministry & Personnel Committee, the Office Administrator is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day workflow of the church office. Duties include providing administrative support to staff and volunteers; preparing worship materials and weekly communications; managing the shared church calendar and facility bookings; responding to phone, email, and in-person inquiries; coordinating bulletins, newsletters, and announcements; and maintaining office systems, supplies, and records.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, proficiency with office software and digital tools, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a welcoming, professional manner. Previous administrative experience is required; experience in a church or non-profit setting is an asset.

This is an interim onsite contract position based in the church office for 28 hours per week (Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.) for a minimum of two months, with potential for extension. Compensation: $25 per hour, commensurate with experience. A full job description is available on request.

Applications (cover letter and resume) or questions may be submitted to: office@kuc.ca.

MINISTER OF WORSHIP – RIDEAU PARK UNITED CHURCH, OTTAWA

Rideau Park United Church has begun its search to fill its vacant Minister of Worship position. The Community of Faith Profile associated with this position can be found on ChurchHub. The congregation is interested in candidates who are ordained and have significant experience and/or training in the following areas:

·        Dynamic worship leadership, including on-line ministry and engaging with congregations on-line

·        Youth and young adult ministries

·        Pastoral care and counseling

·        Incorporating meaningfully a variety of musical influences as part of worship

Interested potential candidates are invited to apply via ChurchHub to rpucsearch@gmail.com by no later than February 28, 2026.