Position: Director of Youth Ministries

LCMC; Helena Township (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

FaithPoint Lutheran Church in New Prague, MN is seeking a full-time Director of Youth Ministries who loves Jesus, enjoys building relationships with students, and partners with parents to disciple the next generation.

You will lead 6–12 grade gatherings, recruit and equip a youth leadership team, coordinate confirmation and retreats, and collaborate with pastors and volunteers to create a vibrant, gospel-centered program for youth.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is required.
• A degree in Youth Ministry, Christian Education or Pastoral Ministry is preferred but not required.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities with youth and adults.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly gatherings for grades 9–12 with Bible teaching and small groups.
• Recruit, lead, and equip a Senior High Youth Team.
• Oversee events, retreats, service projects, and mission trips for HS and MS.
• Coordinate Confirmation education alongside the Pastor and Confirmation Coordinator.
• Promote growth and spiritual maturity and engage families in ministry.
• Be present at Sunday services and collaborate with staff and volunteers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Youth ministry

Technology

Social media

Education

Bachelor's degree

Youth Ministry/Christian Education degree preferred

Tools

Computer skills

Social media skills

Job description

• Position Title: Director of Youth Ministries
• Position Type: Full Time
• Description:

  Dear Friend,

  Thank you for taking the time to learn more about the opportunity to serve at FaithPoint Lutheran Church. FaithPoint is a growing church in New Prague, Minnesota, with around 400 people gathering each Sunday for worship. We are passionate about helping people of all ages know Jesus, grow in their faith, and live as His disciples. One of the greatest joys of our church is seeing the next generation encounter Christ.

  As I have prayed about this search,I'vebeen asking God to bring us someone who loves Jesus deeply, genuinely enjoys being around students, and has a passion for helping young people become lifelong disciples of Christ.We'relooking for someone who sees youth ministry as more than planning events or running programs. We hope to find someone who views this ministry as a calling—someone who feels deeply led to invest in students, partner with parents, develop leaders, and build relationships that point young people to Jesus for years to come.

  One of the things that makes this position especially exciting is the opportunity that already exists. Our middle school ministry is thriving, withnearly 90students involved in grades 6–8, many of whom come from families outside our congregation. We see this as a tremendous opportunity not only to disciple students during their confirmation years but also to help them continue growing into an active, vibrant high school faith that carries them through graduation and into adulthood. We have a solid foundation, an incredibly supportive church family, and a staff that genuinely enjoys serving together. There is tremendous potential for someone who wants to build lasting relationships and make a significant Kingdom impact.

  You'llalso discover that this is a ministry whereyou'llhave support. We value teamwork, healthy communication, and shared leadership.You'llwork closely with me, our Confirmation Coordinator, our Director of Children's Ministries, our Director of Adult & Family Ministries, and an outstanding group of volunteers who care deeply about students. We strive to create a culture with high trust, clear expectations, and the freedom to lead creatively.

  If, as youread throughthe job description, you find yourself becoming excited about what God might do through this opportunity,I'dlove to hear from you. Even ifyou'resimply curious and would like to have a conversation before applying, pleasedon'thesitate to reach out.I'dbe happy to answer your questions, hear your story, and discern together whether this might be where God is leading.

  Thank you again for taking the time to consider FaithPoint. I will be praying that God gives you wisdom, clarity, and peace as you seek His direction.

  In Christ,

  Pastor Wes Asheim
  Lead Pastor
  FaithPoint Lutheran Church
  

  FaithPoint-Director of Youth Ministries

  Ministry Description

  Vision:

  OurDirector of Youth Ministries will be someone who loves Jesus and lovesyouth. OurVision is to offer a dynamic, Christ-centered ministry that calls young peopleand familiesinto a living vibrant relationshipwith Jesus Christand guides them intobecomingmature disciples.

  Mission:

  The Director of Youth Ministries will have general oversight of youthand education ministriesso thatyoung peoplemight mature and grow as disciples of Jesus Christ. Elements ofcarrying outthis mission includethe following:recruiting and educating leaders, education,working with the Pastor on confirmation education,retreats, Bible Studies, discipleship,missiontrips, service events, camp,fellowshipand otheroutreach.

  Personal Life

  • Have a visible and living relationship with Jesus Christ.

  • Practice self-feeding on the Word,prayer,and other spiritual disciplines.

  • Be fun, flexible, highlyrelational,and emotionally resilient.

  • Practicea high levelofintegrity and trust.

  • Passion for reaching young people with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

  Relationships & Responsibilities

  • Havegood communicationskills with youth and adults.

  • Prepare for andhold weekly gatheringswith 9-12 gradersthat include fun, biblicalteachingand small groups so students grow in their faith.

  • Recruit, lead, equip and oversee a Senior High Youth Team.

  • Lead other events, retreats,serviceprojects,missiontrips,camps & retreats for both High School and Middle School, involvingyouthinservices,etc. to help matureyoung peoplein their faith.

  • While about40% oftime would be devoted to grades 9-12andabout40% oftimethe Director of Youth Ministries leads Confirmation (Grades 6-8) along with PastorWesand the Confirmation Coordinator.This includes:

  • Weekly Confirmation meetings during the school year

  • Plan theConfirmationRetreat& Summer Stretchfor Middle Schoolers andhelpdirect families to Christian Summer Camp opportunities.

  • Partner with the Director of Adult and Family MinistriesforHigh SchoolGraduation, aFaith Stepping-Stone class.

  • Help with other churchwide functions such as VBS,Additional FaithStepping Stones(7 a year), etc...as requested.

  • Utilizetechnology, social media,etc...to do ministry.

  • Be at Sunday services andinvolvedwhere appropriate

  • Remain current on youth ministry topics and resources and related issues.

  • Promote growth, spiritual maturity, and youth participation atFaithPoint.

  • Work in a low control, highly accountable relationship to the Senior Pastor. Be highly self-motivated and able to hold flexible hours.

  Qualifications

  • Abachelor'sdegree. A degreein Youth Ministry, Christian Education or Pastoral Ministryis preferred,but notrequired.

  • A demonstrated level of maturity, leadership, organizationalskills,and a desire to be a team player who works well with other staff and leaders.

  • Demonstratethe abilitytoinitiateand complete goals and ministry projects.

  • Capableand creativecomputer,technologyand social mediaskills.

  • Able to be a resource and role model forFaithPoint’syouthand/or parents

  • Commit to the Vision and Mission ofFaithPointLutheran Church.

  • Music/worship ability is notrequiredbut a plus!

  Thisis a full-timeposition andreportsto the Senior Pastor. Pay iscommensuratewith qualifications andexperience. There can be some flexibility in hours.

  Office:952-758-6297

  Cell: 952-500-2187

  FaithPointLutheran Church

  1051 270thStreet West

  New Prague, MN 56071

  www.faithpointlc.org