Victory Christian Fellowship Youth and Family Discipleship Pastor
Victory Christian Fellowship announces their search for a qualified candidate for the position of full-time Youth and Family Ministry Pastor, located in Lynden, WA. VCF is a spiritually growing church of 250+ members with a mission to Pursue Jesus and Practice Love
The Youth and Family Ministry Pastor is responsible for the care and spiritual growth of the Young People of Victory. The Youth/ Family Ministry Pastor oversees the Youth and Young Adult Ministry and all other events or ministries where youth are involved. The Family Ministry Pastor recruits, trains, and supervises all volunteers who serve the Victory’s youth; initiates and works collaboratively with the other Victory pastors to equip parents in their role as the primary disciplers of their children and youth. As a pastor, this person also works in conjunction with Victory’s Elders and Staff to create a vibrant, holistic ministry strategy that will move the church forward in making enthusiastic followers of Christ.
QUALIFICATIONS
· A strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ as evidenced by spiritual, relational, and emotional maturity and stability.
· Willing to agree to our Statement of Faith.
· Competence and skill in children’s and youth ministry, including recruiting, training, and developing teachers, organizing and spiritually developing volunteer and leadership teams, and the ability to strategically and creatively chart a course with the Holy Spirit that moves youth forward in a deeper knowing and loving of God.
· A self-motivated, humble, independent worker with the leadership skills necessary to engage and lead teams, work collaboratively with others, and who possesses strong communication and conflict management skills.
· An internal conviction and alignment with the mission, vision, and values that God has given Victory and the ability to lead, encourage, and direct the team of volunteers towards these shared pursuits.
· A desire to use your gifts and minister in a church community.
· A bachelor’s and/or master’s degree from an accredited Bible college, university, seminary, or equivalent is preferred. However, for the right candidate, who is called to this ministry, we would be willing to assist in seminary training costs to achieve these credentials.
· Demonstrated skill and understanding (or the willingness to learn) in the use of various technologies: Planning Center, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, Google Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Churchtrac, and Proclaim.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership Over Youth Ministry
· Have comprehensive knowledge, agreement, and adherence to the vision, mission, and values of Victory Christian Fellowship for implementation in the Youth and Young Adult Ministry.
· Provide pastoral care, guidance, leadership, and support for all Ministry volunteers, children, youth, parents, and families at Victory in their ongoing faith and spiritual development.
· Recruit, organize, train, and lead Youth Ministry core team, teachers, helpers, and coordinators.
· Oversee age-appropriate classes and various gatherings (i.e. Youth groups, VBS, events, Holiday programs, etc.)
· Provide resources and training to Community Group leaders to help them involve children and youth in participating in the CG’s.
· Oversee all new Youth Ministry volunteer interviews, background checks, and training.
· Develop an active evangelistic outreach ministry strategy to youth and their families.
· Ensure Youth Ministry programming is executed in each gathering in accordance with established curriculum, classroom procedures, and VCF safety policies as directed by the Elders and Pastors.
· Keep current in children and family ministry trends that are spiritually enriching and dynamic.
· Direct and oversee communication with parents and families about upcoming Youth Ministry events.
· Organize childcare for All-Church events, where appropriate with assistance of the Ministry Coordinator.
· Develop a strategic plan and take initiative to implement equipping, supporting, and training parents in strengthening their marriage and discipling their children/youth, in collaboration with the other pastors.
· Provide supplementary resources (books, videos, conferences, etc.) to parents in strengthening their marriage and discipling their children.
General Leadership
· Manage finances allocated to the Youth and Young Adult Ministries with wisdom and discretion, consistently demonstrating prudence and integrity.
· Work collaboratively as a pastor and key leader with other Victory ministries to help all generations in our congregation to internalize and actualize the mission, vision, and values God has given us.
· Attend all Staff Meetings, All-Church Events.
· Handle confidential matters with responsibility, discretion, integrity, and maturity.
· Develop and maintain a positive, healthy “team spirit” and relationship with staff, recognizing and valuing each person and each role.
· Live an exemplary personal life of spiritual devotion and leadership that is in harmony with clear Biblical standards.
· Cultivate and maintain a pastoral relationship with Victory families, especially those families with children in the Youth and Young Adult Ministry, so that the Youth/Family Ministry pastor is a source of wisdom and guidance in the area of Youth relationships with God and parents’ relationship with their child.
· Participate actively in the life of Victory. If the Youth/Family Ministry pastor is married and to set a good example, their spouse is also expected to be an active participant in the life of the church (regularly attending Sunday worship services, connecting in community (e.g. joining a Community Group, etc.), serving in a ministry, attending all-church events when possible, etc.)
SUPERVISION
· The Youth and Family Ministry Pastor will report directly to the Lead Pastor and is accountable to the Elder Team.
BENEFITS
Salary package includes vacation, health insurance allowance, ministerial allowance, and possible assistance with housing costs.
