Seeking Our Next Executive Director!

The West Virginia Council of Churches, one of the nation’s oldest and most revered state councils of churches, with roots going back to 1820, is embarking on a search for our next executive steward.  Our next leader will be the public face of our common witness to make visible the God-given unity of the whole Church of Jesus Christ on earth and, in particular, in the Mountain State.  

We are seeking a servant leader who is a committed Christian, who embodies and demonstrates true affection for the people of God in West Virginia, and who has capacity to demonstrate clearly a deep and abiding culturally competent understanding and appreciation for the people and land of Appalachia.  

A relationally skilled administrator who thrives in a collaborative and diverse environment will find themselves serving in a trusted and known institution that has the ear of leaders across the state of West Virginia.  The called person will find themselves living and working in an environment that is greatly supported and appreciated by the member bodies and heads of communion.  

The “Chief Ecumenist” will be expected to lead the institutional life as we pursue excellence and faithfulness in the areas of Faith and Order, Life and Work, and Legislative Advocacy and Concern for Public Policy.  The new executive will stand in a long line of church leaders who have been expected to lead our efforts at mentoring young ecumenists,  fostering appropriate communication, ensuring proper funding for our ministry, and representing the priorities and concerns of the West Virginia Council of Churches in our state and on the national scene. 

Candidates are invited to send a cover letter, resume, CV, or denominational search and call papers, as well as a list of references, by September 15, 2025, to  thaddaeus1969@gmail.com.

The West Virginia Council of Churches is headquartered in Charleston, West Virginia, and a living wage will be provided to the executive called.