Worship and Youth Minister First Church of Christ

Church Name:
First Church of Christ
Address: 213 E King St
City:
Garrett
State:
Indiana
Zipcode: 46738
Average Attendance: 235
Church Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..f
Full Name:
Chad Kennedy
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Email:
Position

Description:

First Church of Christ Worship and Youth Minister Job Description

The First Church of Christ in Garrett, Indiana, is seeking a full-time Worship and Youth Minister to join our ministry team. The primary emphasis of this role is the ability to lead the congregation in meaningful, Christ-centered worship each week, guiding them into the presence of God. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in worship, including proficiency in leading from the guitar, and a heart for fostering authentic, Spirit-led worship experiences.

In addition to worship leadership, this individual will provide spiritual guidance for our youth ministry, creating engaging, biblically grounded programs that encourage spiritual growth and active participation in the life of the church. FCoC is a non-denominational, independent Christian Church located in DeKalb County, just 20 miles north of Fort Wayne. Our Sunday morning services feature a blended style of worship, combining both traditional and contemporary elements.

We currently average 235 attendees across our two services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.

• A graduate from a Restoration Movement College or University.
• A baptized follower of Jesus Christ who is committed to a growing relationship with Jesus.
• Willing to submit to the biblical authority, teaching, and leadership of the Elders of FCoC.
• We are seeking someone who will make this church their home and faithfully invest in building relationships and nurturing the lives of our congregation and the Garrett community.

Salary will start in the low $40s and will be determined based on experience.

Part of the package will include:

• Church paid cell phone
• Allowances for conventions, books, and ministry equipment needs.
• Vacation allowance will be 2 weeks

No insurance included. You will be responsible for finding your own insurance.

• Select music for Sunday services.
• Coordinate with the secretary to prepare materials for Pro Presenter.
• Lead weekly rehearsals to prepare for Sunday worship.
• Lead both Sunday morning services.
• Provide instrumental music during communion.
• Recruit, train, and lead a volunteer worship team.
• Oversee the sound system and support its volunteers.
• Collaborate with the church secretary to organize the worship team schedule.

• Plan and oversee all elements of the junior and senior high program.
• Youth Group, Small Groups, Retreats, Trips, etc.
• Develop a yearly calendar in collaboration of the other ministries.
• Disciple students on their biblical journey.
• Train and equip youth sponsors to support in the ministry of the youth program.
• Design and implement a clear spiritual pathway that leads students from outside the church to becoming devoted disciples of Christ.
• Be actively involved in the ministry of Lake James Christian Assembly.

• Coordinate and oversee the Children’s Ministry and Sunday School programs in collaboration with the Associate Minister.
• Assist with pastoral calls and visitation of teens within the church family.
• Worship and Youth Minister will be required to attend all leadership meetings.

Chad Kennedy
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Church Address:
First Church of Christ, 213 E King St, Garrett, Indiana 46738
Church Phone:
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