Next Generation Assistant Pastor

The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada; Drayton Valley; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Next Generation Assistant Pastor dedicated to nurturing children and teens in their faith journey. This role involves leading youth and kids ministries, supporting families, and organizing outreach events that connect the church with the community. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, working closely with church leadership to create a lasting impact. If you have a heart for evangelism and discipleship, and a desire to transform Drayton Valley through the Gospel, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in leading youth ministries and developing leadership teams.
• Strong relational and spiritual investment in children and teens.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead bi-monthly Youth Ministry gatherings.
• Coordinate Sunday Kids Ministry and support volunteer teams.
• Organize outreach events for community engagement.

Skills

Youth Ministry Leadership

Team Building

Evangelism

Discipleship

Family Support

Cultural Engagement

Job description

We are looking for a Next Generation Assistant Pastor who is deeply committed to helping children, teens, and their families grow in their relationship with Jesus. You will play a key role in leading ministries that engage kids and teenagers both inside and outside the church, helping them discover Jesus, grow in their faith, and influence their world for Christ.

We’re seeking someone who:

1. Loves working with kids, teens, and their families.
2. Understands the unique challenges of raising the next generation in faith today.
3. Is passionate about evangelism and discipleship in a modern context.
4. Enjoys building teams, developing leaders, and creating lasting ministry impact.
5. Thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to see Drayton Valley transformed by the Gospel.

If that sounds like you, we would love to meet you!

Required Skills

• Lead and Develop Youth Ministry: Plan, organize, and lead our bi-monthly Youth Ministry gatherings. Build and empower a youth leadership team to create a welcoming and engaging environment for teens.

• Oversee Kids Ministry: Coordinate our Sunday morning Kids Ministry by recruiting, training, and supporting a team of volunteers to serve our growing number of children.

• Disciple Kids and Teens: Invest relationally and spiritually in the children and youth who call Valley Church home, helping them follow Jesus and develop a faith that lasts.

• Family Support: Partner with parents to equip and support them in raising their children to know and love Jesus.

• Plan Outreach Events: Organize quarterly events for children, youth, and families to connect with the wider community and share the love of Jesus.

• Cultural Engagement: Understand the culture of our church and community and find ways to engage in the broader community.

• Collaborate with the Lead Pastor: Meet regularly with the Lead Pastor and assist with church-wide responsibilities and leadership as needed.