Student Ministries Lead Pastor

Evangelical Free Church of America; Cary (IL); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 75 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Living Grace Community Church in Cary, IL is seeking an associate pastor or director of student ministries to cast a compelling vision for discipling middle and high school students. The role emphasizes prayer, Bible teaching, authentic relationships, and gospel-centered outreach to the church and community.

You will recruit and equip volunteers, plan events and curricula for 6th–12th grade, and partner with the elder board and senior pastor to advance ministry goals.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Christian education, spiritual formation, or student ministry.
• Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and call to student ministry.
• Character aligned with EFCA Statement of Faith and Living Grace Church bylaws.
• Ability to communicate and teach the Word of God and share the gospel.
• Superior interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain a student ministry for 6th–12th graders emphasizing prayer, worship, relationships, and discipleship.
• Plan events for students: retreats, small/large groups, Christian education, VBS, mission trips, outreach.
• Oversee family ministries curriculum for 6th–12th grade.
• Recruit, equip, and empower lay leaders to accomplish ministry objectives.
• Provide counseling within the scope of student ministries and leverage social platforms to engage youth.
• Present annual report on ministry progress to the elder board and congregation.

Conhecimentos

Communication and teaching

Interpersonal relationship building

Leadership of volunteer teams

Discipleship and ministry planning

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree or greater

Christian education emphasis preferred

Ferramentas

Social media platforms

Church management software

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Living Grace Community Church in Cary, IL is seeking an associate pastor or director of student ministries to cast a compelling vision for discipling middle and high school students. The role emphasizes prayer, Bible teaching, authentic relationships, and gospel-centered outreach to the church and community.

You will recruit and equip volunteers, plan events and curricula for 6th–12th grade, and partner with the elder board and senior pastor to advance ministry goals.