Youth Pastor

Youth Pastor

Cumming Baptist Church | Cumming, Georgia

Position Title:

Youth Pastor (Full-Time)

Reports To:

Senior Pastor

Ministry Focus:
Students in grades 6-12

Employment Status:
Full-Time (40+ hours per week)

The Youth Pastor is called by God to follow Christ in a life of discipleship, using their God-given leadership gifts, educational background, and life experiences to help lead the church toward fulfilling its Kingdom purposes with a primary focus on students in grades 6-12 and their families. This position serves as a vital ministry role dedicated to reaching, discipling, and developing students to know and grow like Christ through comprehensive programming, relational ministry, and biblical teaching.

• Develop and deliver engaging, biblically-sound teaching and preaching specifically tailored to middle and high school students
• Promote a church-wide vision of reaching and developing students to know and grow like Christ
• Lead students in authentic worship experiences both within youth programming and integrated church services
• Share the gospel with lost students on an ongoing basis and coordinate an overall evangelism strategy for youth ministry
• Provide pastoral care, spiritual guidance, and biblical counseling to students and their families

• Plan, organize, promote, and direct all Christian ministry and mission activities for students, including retreats, mission trips, camps, and special events
• Work with appropriate ministry teams to develop a comprehensive and cohesive annual calendar for student ministry
• Design, oversee, and evaluate curriculum for all youth programs, events, and classes to ensure biblical, properly sequenced, balanced and comprehensive content
• Coordinate weekly student ministry programming and activities
• Prepare, administer, and adhere to an approved annual budget for student ministry, coordinating with church staff, deacons, and finance committee

• Recruit, train, mentor, and lead volunteer staff and adult leaders to serve effectively in student ministry
• Develop and disciple both adult and student leadership teams
• Coordinate the training and mentoring of students who sense a call to ministry vocations
• Work collaboratively with ministerial staff and church leadership as an integral team member

• Network with other student ministry leaders in the community
• Develop and maintain relationships with Forsyth County Schools as a means for outreach and service
• As allowed by law, minister on primary and secondary school campuses within the sphere of influence of the church
• Create an environment where students see themselves as missionaries on their school campuses
• Attend student functions at schools and engage with the broader educational community

• Maintain excellent communication with parents through regular meetings, mailings, and involvement strategies
• Coordinate ministry events for parents that improve their parenting skills and support family discipleship
• Effectively utilize social media for event promotion and family communication
• Exemplify and teach respect for parents and authority figures, encouraging students to honor their parents

• Regularly report to the Senior Pastor regarding ministry plans, current issues, and goal achievement
• Coordinate space utilization for student ministry and make recommendations concerning facility needs
• Supervise, monitor, and maintain care of all facilities when used for ministry functions
• Maintain accurate records and prepare annual reports with ministry goals and action plans

• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ with evidence of a growing personal relationship with Christ
• Agreement with the mission statement of Cumming Baptist Church and adherence to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000
• A definite calling to youth ministry with demonstrated passion for evangelism and discipleship
• Commitment to maintaining Christian character and lifestyle consistent with biblical principles

• Bachelor’s degree in theology, ministry, youth ministry, Christian education, or related field
• Master’s degree from an accredited theological seminary preferred
• Strong theological understanding and biblical knowledge with ability to apply Scripture to life

• Previous successful student ministry experience required
• Demonstrated competency in Bible teaching and speaking to students
• Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to connect with diverse student populations
• Proficiency with computer technology and social media platforms
• Event planning and execution experience, including retreats, camps, and mission trips
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining strong work ethic

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