Director of Gen Ministries Herndon UMC

The Director of Next Generation (Next Gen) Ministries is responsible for providing leadership, vision, and direction for ministries serving children and youth (birth through 12th grade) at Herndon United Methodist Church. This person will nurture a welcoming, supportive, and dynamic faith environment where children, youth, and their families can deepen their relationships with Jesus Christ and engage in the life of the church.

Herndon UMC envisions Next Gen Ministries as a source of encouragement for the children and youth of the church and the community to grow in their Christ‑like love, grow in their understanding of one another, and deepen their sense of service to the world as Christ’s disciples.

The Director of Next Gen Ministries, shall oversee programs, activities, and events that develop the spiritual practices and character of children and youth, encourage Christian fellowship, and empower that faith through serving others. The Director of Next Gen Ministries should be engaging, relevant, appropriate, and effective for our next generation. This person will also engage, enable, and mentor parents and volunteers as partners in the nurture and development of the next generation as disciples of Jesus Christ.

This individual shall foster Christian relationships, be collaborative, and grow discipleship among children, youth, families, volunteers, staff and community. Learn more…