Job Overview

New Hope Evangelical Free Church is seeking an Associate Pastor of Youth. The purpose of this position is two-fold. It is to create a ministry that assists parents and guardians in training youth as whole-hearted disciples of Jesus. Second, it is to partner with the Lead Pastor and Elder Board in the general tasks of pastoral ministry.

Job Description

Qualifications:

• Has a growing love for God and people based on a growing appreciation of God's love in the gospel
• Has a clear call from God to pastoral ministry and meets the requirements for an elder/overseer in 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5
• Values ministry that is Scripture-based, Christ-centered, and Spirit-empowered
• Is passionate about and equipped for gospel-focused youth ministry
• Possesses skills in leadership, organization, and basic computer functions
• Is a self-starter and life-long learner who maintains a humble, team-player attitude
• Desires to minister at New Hope for an extended stay, circumstances permitting
• Affirms New Hope's Statement of Faith, Constitution, and Mission
• Submits to New Hope's Elder Board and Lead Pastor
• Credentialed (or will pursue credentialing) with the Evangelical Free Church of America
• Possesses (or will soon possess) a degree / certificate of formal theological education
• Passes a background check upon hire
• Ability to lead in corporate worship is preferred, but not required
• If married, his wife is in support of his decision to serve at New Hope

Responsibilities:

• Youth Responsibility (About 50% of a typical work week)

• • Leads the Youth Ministry's gatherings and trips

• • Partners with the parents and guardians of the youth for their spiritual formation

• • Strives to also bring the gospel to non-Christian youth

• General Pastoral Responsibility (About 50% of a typical work week)

• • Meets regularly with the Lead Pastor for partnership and prayer

• • Assists the Lead Pastor by preaching at 10-12 Sunday Services per year while officiating memorial services and weddings as needed

• • Assists the Lead Pastor by helping with other general pastoral tasks (i.e. baptisms, child dedications, counseling, leading worship, etc.)

• • Participates in Staff and Leadership meetings (allowed to fully participate in Elder Board meetings once credentialed with the EFCA)

• • Participates in the EFCA Pacific Northwest District functions (i.e. conferences, retreats, etc.)

Compensation and Benefits:

• Initial compensation will be based on education and experience level
• Benefits include paid time off, ministry expense reimbursement, retirement plan options, housing allowance, and sabbatical opportunities