Messiah UMC

Ministry Architects • Dover, NH

37d

About The Position

This position will oversee both middle and high school programming. Sunday school, weekly youth gatherings, and spring/summer mission trips are all a part of the current ministry. Retaining, equipping, and growing the team of current volunteers and youth council members to support the program.
The ideal candidate for this position brings 3-5 years of youth ministry experience and is passionate about reaching out and connecting with youth and their families. As a self-starter, this leader will be able to build and create a long lasting and sustainable ministry that supports young people as they navigate the middle and high school experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience in working with youth and executing successful youth events Christian Ministry, Education, Counseling, or similarly related field preferred
• Demonstrate experience and relational skills with middle school and high school youth
• Relational and leadership skills for working with volunteers and being part of a team ministry
• Willingness for understanding of and commitment to United Methodist doctrine

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with youth where authenticity and confidentiality are valued and encouraged.
• Encourage youth to take the next natural step in their journey of Christian discipleship, including involvement in worship, leadership, and educational opportunities.
• Develop a student ministry with continuity in mind from 7th – 12th grades, to provide a solid framework for life-long discipleship as a Christian.
• Retain, recruit, train, and support adult volunteers to disciple and provide spiritual care and programming for youth.
• Plan and implement mission opportunities, including Spring Break and summer mission trips.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time