OBJECTIVE / PURPOSE
Interim Youth Ministry Director works in concert with Lead Pastor, Youth Ministry Team, and laity to plan and implement a well-rounded ministry with youth to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world. It is anticipated that the individual in this position will work an average of 14 hours per week.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as Ministry Team Leader:
• Leads Youth Ministry Team to plan and implement stated Youth Ministry objectives
– Sunday Evening UMYF: (Discipleship, Mission, Worship, & Leadership)
– Occasional events for Group-building, Mission, and Fellowship
• Leads Youth Ministry Team members logistics/planning for:
Pilgrimage in November, a Winter Retreat, a Summer CCC Mission Trip
(Interim participates Pilgrimage and the Winter Retreat)
• Works with a core of adult leadership to model and mentor youth as faithful disciples
– Equipping youth to engage biblical texts and enact them
– Equipping youth to be active participants and leaders in worship
– Developing supportive, nurturing relationships with youth
Professional and Personal Development Requirements:
• Practices Sabbath & Spiritual Disciplines
• Meets with Lead Pastor twice per month for collaboration and coaching
• Proficient in Word, Social media, and willingness to learn WordPress