Organizational Relationship and Supervision:
The Youth Ministries Coordinator (YMC) reports to the Senior Pastor for spiritual and ministry guidance. The Senior Pastor, in cooperation with the Staff Pastor Parish Relations Committee, provides an annual evaluation of the YMC’s performance. Attendance at the following meetings is expected: Staff Meetings, Church Council and Youth Council.
The Primary Task:
There shall be a comprehensive approach to the development and implementation of the youth program at all levels of the United Methodist Church. This comprehensive approach is based on the understanding of the primary task of the youth ministry is to:
love youth where they are;
encourage youth in developing their relationship to God;
provide them with opportunities for nurture and growth; and
challenge them to respond to God’s call to serve in their communities and the world.
Responsibilities:
1. Be an advocate for youth, educate the congregation about the hopes, concerns and needs of youth in the local church and community.
2. Help plan, develop, and implement all aspects of a balanced youth ministry in the areas of group building, worship, discipleship, mission, and outreach.
3. Seek direction from and guide the work of the Youth Council in an annual process of evaluating the vision and goals of the youth ministry and directing monthly planning sessions.
4. Mentor youth in developing their leadership skills……
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