Job Summary:
The Youth Pastor is responsible for providing spiritual leadership, guidance, and discipleship to the youth (middle school and high school) of the church. They will develop and oversee comprehensive youth ministry programs that engage students in worship, biblical teaching, fellowship, and outreach. The Youth Pastor will work closely with the Lead Pastor, Executive Pastor, and other ministry leaders to ensure the youth ministry aligns with the church's overall vision and mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Spiritual Leadership
- Communicate a clear, biblical vision for the youth ministry
- Teach and preach the Word of God to the youth in an engaging and relevant manner
- Provide pastoral care, counseling, and discipleship to youth and their families
- Model Christian living and spiritual maturity
Program Development and Implementation
- Design and oversee age-appropriate youth programs, events, and activities
- Recruit, train, and empower volunteer youth leaders and small group facilitators
- Coordinate youth worship services, retreats, missions trips, and other special events
- Ensure the integration of the youth ministry with other church ministries
Relational Ministry
- Build genuine relationships with youth, fostering trust and mutual respect
- Actively engage with youth both at church and in the community
- Communicate regularly with parents and keep them informed about youth activities
Volunteer Recruitment and Management
- Recruit, screen, train, and schedule volunteers for the youth ministry
- Provide ongoing support, encouragement, and oversight for youth ministry volunteers
- Ensure volunteers adhere to church policies and procedures
Administrative Responsibilities
- Manage the youth ministry budget and ensure financial accountability
- Maintain accurate records and documentation for the youth ministry
- Collaborate with the Executive Pastor and other ministry leaders on church-wide initiatives
- Participate in regular staff meetings and the church's leadership development
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required
- 3-5 years of experience in youth ministry, preferably in a church setting is preferred
We help people find the grace of Jesus in the valleys of life.
We are people who have faced valleys of struggle, failure, consequences, pain, and loss. We have been radically changed by the reality that God’s Grace flows down to meet us where we are and changes us from the inside out. With humility and gratitude, we have become “valley people” who seek to help others discover the grace we have found.
Our mission is to equip leaders, create gatherings and form groups to make disciples who receive the four promises of Rescue, Freedom, Purpose and Joy through genuine friendships, all for the glory of God.
