Pastor of Next Generation Ministries

Pastor of Next Generation Ministries

Job Description

The Pastor of Next Generation Ministries is a builder who thrives in developing ministries from the ground up, recruiting and equipping volunteers, creating sustainable systems, and fostering growth among children, youth, and families within a multigenerational church community.

The Pastor of Next Generation Ministries is a visionary and entrepreneurial leader who oversees ministry programming, volunteer leadership, discipleship strategies, and events designed to connect and support individuals and families from childhood through young adulthood.

This position is accountable to the Senior Pastor and the Council and oversees Volunteer leaders and Next Generation ministry teams. The position is Full Time and includes evenings, weekends, and special events, holidays, Christmas, and Easter.

• Demonstrates a growing and mature relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Agrees with and supports the mission, values, and beliefs of the Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ (LCMC) church.
• Possesses a growth oriented leadership approach, embracing innovation, continuous learning, and adaptability in ministry.
• Proven ability to build, launch, and sustain effective ministry programs and volunteer teams.
• Experience growing ministries through relationship building, community engagement, and effective outreach strategies.
• Ability to connect effectively with children, students, young adults and families.
• Able to recruit, equip, mentor, and empower volunteers and emerging leaders.
• Strong communication and teaching abilities.
• College ministry degree is preferred, or equivalent ministry experience.
• Successful completion of a thorough background check.

• Energetic, approachable, and relational.
• Team oriented and collaborative.
• Passionate about reaching children, youth, and families while fostering meaningful connections across generations.
• Demonstrates a heart for discipleship and a commitment to creating welcoming, engaging, and spiritually formative ministry environments.
• Self motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and move initiatives from concept to implementation.

• Develop and lead a comprehensive discipleship strategy for children, youth, young adults, and young families.
• Provide pastoral care, encouragement, mentoring, and spiritual support.

• Create environments that encourage biblical teaching, spiritual growth, worship, and community engagement.
• Encourage intergenerational relationships and involvement within the church body.
• Assist individuals and families in taking next steps in faith and church involvement.

• Oversee all Next Generation ministries, including Children's, Youth, Young Adult, and Young Family Ministries.
• Ensure ministries are safe, organized, welcoming, and aligned with the church's mission and theology.
• Evaluate ministry effectiveness and implement improvements as needed.
• Coordinate curriculum, schedules, ministry calendars, and communication.

• Recruit, train, equip, schedule, and encourage volunteer leaders and ministry teams.
• Build strong volunteer culture centered on discipleship, hospitality, teamwork, and accountability.
• Conduct regular meetings and leadership development opportunities for volunteers.
• Support ministry leaders through coaching, encouragement, and spiritual development.

• Invite and connect with new families and assist them in becoming integrated into church life.
• Build authentic relationships with children, students, young adults, and families.
• Maintain visible and active presence during church services, events, and community activities.
• Foster a welcoming and inclusive ministry culture.
• Network with other area leaders for effective outreach.

• Plan and oversee ministry and mission events, retreats, camps, outreach opportunities, service projects, and family gatherings.
• Create engaging opportunities that strengthen relationships and spiritual growth.
• Collaborate with church staff and ministry leaders on church wide events and initiatives.

• Manage ministry budgets responsibly and effectively.
• Maintain clear communication with parents, volunteers, staff, and church leadership.
• Ensure proper safety policies, volunteer screening, and ministry procedures are followed.
• Utilize digital tools, social media, and communication platforms to engage families and promote ministry activities.
• Participate in staff meetings, council, and other key leadership meetings.
• Participate in regular continuing education and life long learning.
• Other duties as may be assigned by senior pastor.