Youth Pastor & Leader for Teen Discipleship

West Lawn United Methodist Church; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lawn United Methodist Church is seeking a gifted Youth Pastor to lead a vibrant ministry for students in grades 6–12 and their families. The role emphasizes relational leadership, spiritual formation, and partnership with parents in a large, active congregation in Berks County, PA.

The ideal candidate loves Jesus, can communicate faith in meaningful ways, and will develop adult and student leaders while planning weekly programming, retreats, and mission opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in ministry or related field, or equivalent ministry leadership experience.
• Experience leading volunteers and building relationships with teenagers and families.
• Ability to communicate Scripture and faith effectively to youth.

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly youth gatherings, Bible study, small groups, and discipleship for grades 6–12 and families.
• Teach Scripture and spiritual formation; Bible teaching for youth.
• Coordinate Confirmation in partnership with pastoral team.
• Organize mission trips, retreats, service projects, and special events.
• Provide pastoral care and build relationships with students and families.
• Recruit, train, and develop adult volunteers; mentor student leaders.
• Communicate with parents and integrate youth with worship and church life.
• Plan annually, budget, schedule, and administer ministry activities.
• Set goals and strategies for ongoing health and growth of Youth Ministry.

Skills

Youth ministry

Leadership

Relational mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in ministry/youth ministry

Job description

West Lawn United Methodist Church is seeking a gifted Youth Pastor to lead a vibrant ministry for students in grades 6–12 and their families. The role emphasizes relational leadership, spiritual formation, and partnership with parents in a large, active congregation in Berks County, PA.

The ideal candidate loves Jesus, can communicate faith in meaningful ways, and will develop adult and student leaders while planning weekly programming, retreats, and mission opportunities.