High School Youth Pastor

Brethren in Christ U.S.; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 50.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

The Brethren in Christ U.S. is seeking a full-time high school youth pastor for its Mechanicsburg church, known for its vibrant youth ministry. The new pastor will engage with around 50 high school students, providing rich discipleship opportunities and leading a team of adult volunteers. The position emphasizes collaboration and integration within the congregation, ensuring a fun and safe environment for youth to develop their faith.

Responsibilities include overseeing programming, facilitating leadership development, and fostering deep relationships with families. Applicants are encouraged to submit resumes to Todd Feil by July 1, 2026.

Qualificações

• Abiding in Jesus through prayer and Scripture reading.
• Clear passion for discipling high school students.
• Experience in youth ministry, whether as staff, volunteer, or intern.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee pastoral care and programming for high school students.
• Develop and communicate vision for high school youth ministry.
• Provide leadership development for adult volunteers.

Conhecimentos

Discipling high school students

Youth ministry experience

Strong relational skills

Public speaking

Leadership experience

Teachable spirit

Descrição da vaga

Mechanicsburg Brethren in Christ Church, informally known as McBIC, located just outside the borough of Mechanicsburg, is looking for a full-time high school youth pastor. This person will continue the tradition of depth, fun, vulnerability, and safety that characterizes the high school ministry, made up of roughly 50 students.

He or she will work closely with the middle school youth pastor to provide rich discipleship to adolescents. The high school pastor will lead a robust adult volunteer team, ranging from college students to older adults, who mentor and disciple high schoolers. McBIC’s congregation is invested in developing its teenagers and often sees teens leading worship, serving in children’s ministry, and more. The new pastor will join a thriving staff that works together to lead the church as a whole. McBIC is committed to being a place of healing and wholeness for Mechanicsburg and values partnering with outside organizations to serve the broader community.

Position: Full-Time, Salaried Position
Accountable to: Lead Pastor

McBIC’s Mission

The mission of Mechanicsburg BIC (McBIC) is that every person would experience Jesus and share His love. With Jesus at the center, McBIC has eight core values that define its identity: Worship and Prayer, Transparency, Maturity and Integrity, Healing, Togetherness, Discipleship, Partnership, and Missional Living.

Qualifications & Skills

• Abiding in Jesus through prayer, Scripture reading, and Christian community
• Clear passion for discipling high school students
• Youth ministry experience (staff, volunteer, or intern)
• Strong one-on-one relational skills, especially in pastoral care and counseling
• Experience leading a team and communicating vision
• Public speaking and communication abilities, especially in preaching and teaching
• Teachable spirit and commitment to professional growth and development
• Self-starter who takes initiative and manages responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee pastoral care and programming for high school students
• Develop and communicate vision for high school youth ministry
• Provide leadership development for adult volunteers and teens
• Facilitate discipleship opportunities for high school students
• Communicate regularly and effectively with high school students and familiesCollaborate well with pastoral staff and volunteer leaders
• Connect with McBIC’s congregation in preaching, prayer, and relationship
• Embrace McBIC’s mission and philosophy of ministry
• Manage administrative tasks associated with the role

To Apply

If interested in applying for this position, please send a resumé and cover letter to Todd Feil, Middle School Youth Pastor, at [e-mail] by July 1, 2026.