The Minister of Children, Youth and Families (CYF) will possess relevant skills, experience and
knowledge, including:

Ability to articulate, or willingness to learn, the Christian faith in accordance with Peace
Lutheran Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
Relevant Christian faith formation and church leadership experience or CYF leadership
training.
Ability to direct and work with children aged 0-18, exhibiting the love of Jesus
Ability to display effective interpersonal communication skills and to work
collaboratively with Pastors, staff, parents, and other members of Peace congregation
Demonstrated competency in planning and administrating programs in the area of CYF
Ability to reach out and build relationships with families and youth in the neighborhood
and with community partner organizations
Familiarity with or willingness to learn Christian education and youth mentorship models
Familiarity with cultural competence, diversity and inclusion
Ability to be creative and innovative, being able to start and sustain new programs
Ability to be well organized and to administer budgets and do event planning
Ability to find a cooperative and flexible approach to problem solving
Ability to communicate appropriately using a variety of methods, including: one-on-one
conversations, group discussions, public speaking, email, Facebook and other social
media
Ability to pass a background check

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION:
Develop and lead a leadership team to strategize and implement a vision for Christian
Education programs and resources for families with children 0-18 years of age
Partner with the Pastor in coordinating the Confirmation program
Partner with the Pastor in leading children's time during Sunday worship
Support and nurture parents in their spiritual growth and development
Supervise Sunday morning nursery program and mentor nursery attendants
Coordinate Christmas Pageant
Oversee training of teachers, mentors, and other adult leaders for all CYF programs
Oversee training of any youth or young adult leaders
Oversee training and maintenance of child protection and all necessary CYF policies

SERVICE:
Create opportunities for children and youth to serve within the life of the church
Create opportunities for CYF to serve in the Peace neighborhood and the world beyond
Coordinate and train appropriate adult leaders to serve alongside children and youth
Recruit leaders for our joint Vacation Bible School with St. Alban's Episcopal Church

FELLOWSHIP:
Create activities and opportunities for fellowship and friendship-making for K-12
Coordinate regular events for our Faithful Families program
Help families engage in fellowship with the wider congregation and build
intergenerational bonds

COMMUNITY OUTREACH:
Support the Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) program and any programs of REACT DC or
Global Refuge in their work with refugee and immigrant families
Develop new opportunities for Peace to know and love our neighbors and community
Coordinate the annual community Trunk or Treat
Coordinate the annual community Easter Egg Hunt
Support families in their lives and their communities outside of Peace

General Schedule, Benefits and Performance Review
30 hrs per week, scheduled to program needs, etc.
Salary commensurate with experience, skills and ongoing job performance to be paid on
a salaried basis, every two weeks
Continuing Education budget provided
Two weeks paid vacation
Five Sundays off per year
Reports to Senior Pastor
Performance Review completed on an annual basis

To apply for this position, submit a cover letter and resume to: searchcommittee@sharingpeace.org.

Questions about this position should be directed to: info@sharingpeace.org.