Youth Minister
Woodland Methodist Church
Pike Road, AL 36064
Denomination: Methodist
Category: Youth Ministry
Church Size: 100 - 250
Salary: $30,000 - 40,000
Posted on: September 26, 2023
Time Type: Full Time
Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION - Youth Minister
PRINCIPAL FUNCTION
The Woodland Methodist Youth Minister is responsible for all youth ministry programs at Woodland. The purpose of this position is to minister to students from grades 7-12 by evangelizing them, equipping them to become faithful disciples of Jesus Christ, and nurturing them in their faith.
REPORTS TO – the Senior Pastor.
WORK RESPONSIBILITIES (include but not limited to)
Be familiar with The Transitional Book of Doctrines and Discipline for the Global Methodist Church
Devote no less than 40 hours of work per week to their ministry
Coordinate office hours with the Pastor
Promote the unity, direction and vision of Woodland by participating in staff and leadership meetings.
Participate in Sunday worship services, including Sunday School classes or worship services.
Oversee and develop youth Sunday School classes by recruiting and enlisting teachers and gathering/ordering curriculum.
Lead and teach Sunday and Wednesday night youth programming
Recruit youth from Woodland and the community to participate in youth ministry
Enlist and orient children from the confirmation into the youth ministry.
Develop and implement retreats, mission experiences, activities and other events to help youth
grown in their relationship with Christ, sense of servanthood, discipleship and mission.
Oversee the youth budget
Develop youth leaders to minister to other youth
Recruit, train, direct and provide structure and support for volunteer youth mentors.
Set the calendar for youth activities and events.
Know the church's Safe Sanctuaries policies and procedures and enforce them.
Provide clear weekly communications to youth and parents of events and activities ("Group Me" /
Facebook, church news blasts, etc)
Work to integrate youth into the life of the church by participating in projects, missions and events
Be available to minister to youth and their parents as needed
Grow personal relationships and make weekly contact to all youth with phone calls, texts, snaps and
visits to their school and/or sporting events / extra- curricular events.
Develop and encourage ties between youth of Woodland and other church youth groups.
Stay current with youth ministry practices by reading, researching &
attending youth leadership conferences. Attend continuing education conferences, classes every
year with a minimum of two CE programs annually at the direction of the senior pastor.
Collaborate with senior pastor to set goals each September to coordinate with budget for each
upcoming year.
Perform other duties as assigned.
PRINCIPAL FUNCTION
The Woodland Methodist Youth Minister is responsible for all youth ministry programs at Woodland. The purpose of this position is to minister to students from grades 7-12 by evangelizing them, equipping them to become faithful disciples of Jesus Christ, and nurturing them in their faith.
REPORTS TO – the Senior Pastor.
WORK RESPONSIBILITIES (include but not limited to)
Be familiar with The Transitional Book of Doctrines and Discipline for the Global Methodist Church
Devote no less than 40 hours of work per week to their ministry
Coordinate office hours with the Pastor
Promote the unity, direction and vision of Woodland by participating in staff and leadership meetings.
Participate in Sunday worship services, including Sunday School classes or worship services.
Oversee and develop youth Sunday School classes by recruiting and enlisting teachers and gathering/ordering curriculum.
Lead and teach Sunday and Wednesday night youth programming
Recruit youth from Woodland and the community to participate in youth ministry
Enlist and orient children from the confirmation into the youth ministry.
Develop and implement retreats, mission experiences, activities and other events to help youth
grown in their relationship with Christ, sense of servanthood, discipleship and mission.
Oversee the youth budget
Develop youth leaders to minister to other youth
Recruit, train, direct and provide structure and support for volunteer youth mentors.
Set the calendar for youth activities and events.
Know the church's Safe Sanctuaries policies and procedures and enforce them.
Provide clear weekly communications to youth and parents of events and activities ("Group Me" /
Facebook, church news blasts, etc)
Work to integrate youth into the life of the church by participating in projects, missions and events
Be available to minister to youth and their parents as needed
Grow personal relationships and make weekly contact to all youth with phone calls, texts, snaps and
visits to their school and/or sporting events / extra- curricular events.
Develop and encourage ties between youth of Woodland and other church youth groups.
Stay current with youth ministry practices by reading, researching &
attending youth leadership conferences. Attend continuing education conferences, classes every
year with a minimum of two CE programs annually at the direction of the senior pastor.
Collaborate with senior pastor to set goals each September to coordinate with budget for each
upcoming year.
Perform other duties as assigned.
About Woodland Methodist Church:
Located in one of Alabama's fastest growing communities, Woodland Methodist Church seeks to reach its new neighbors and the nations with the life-changing gospel of Jesus Christ. We offer three worship services on Sunday mornings. We have programs throughout the week. Our church values community and missions. We are an evangelical church affiliated with the newly formed Global Methodist Church.
Job Qualifications:
- A deep personal faith in Jesus Christ and a passion for nurturing the spiritual growth of youth.
- Bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous experience in youth ministry or a related role is highly desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect and relate to
youth from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities, with the capability to plan and execute
engaging programs and events.
- Creative and innovative mindset, always seeking new ways to engage and inspire youth in
their faith journey.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team, as well as independently, to achieve ministry
objectives.
- Understanding and appreciation for the importance of family involvement in youth ministry.
- A commitment to creating a safe and nurturing environment for youth, following all necessary
child protection guidelines and policies.
- Pass background check
- Bachelor's degree in theology, ministry, or a related field is preferred.
- Previous experience in youth ministry or a related role is highly desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect and relate to
youth from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organizational and leadership abilities, with the capability to plan and execute
engaging programs and events.
- Creative and innovative mindset, always seeking new ways to engage and inspire youth in
their faith journey.
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team, as well as independently, to achieve ministry
objectives.
- Understanding and appreciation for the importance of family involvement in youth ministry.
- A commitment to creating a safe and nurturing environment for youth, following all necessary
child protection guidelines and policies.
- Pass background check
Position Information:
Job Title:
Youth Minister
Time Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Salary:
$30,000 - 40,000
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Worship Style:
Blended
Church Size:
100 - 250
Contact Information:
Organization Name:
Contact Name:
Nick Hughes
Address1:
4428 Wallahatchie Rd
Address2:
City:
Pike Road
State or Province:
ZIP Code:
36064
Country:
United States
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