Job Overview

Grace Bible Church (Allenwood, NJ) – Youth Pastor

The Big Picture

Grace Bible Church (jerseygrace.org) seeks a full-time Youth Pastor.

Job Description

Summary:

At Grace we are committed to making, maturing, and multiplying disciples of Jesus Christ for the glory of God, here on the Jersey Shore and around the world. We'll do that best in the context of Youth and Children's Ministry when we are committed to evangelizing children, encouraging parents, and equipping the saints for the work of ministry. This ministry requires a pastoral approach that prioritizes the development of servants and leaders so that the whole church is built up through parents sitting under the word, kids growing in the gospel and servants maturing in their walk with Christ. It requires the conviction that parents are the primary disciplers of their children and the role of this ministry is to complement, support, and encourage that work.

Responsibilities:

Youth

• Lead and disciple the volunteer youth staff.

• Prioritize discipleship/equipping/training of small group leaders.

  • Provide instruction in how to shepherd and disciple students in their walk with Christ.

  • Provide regular instruction/feedback in how to teach for those interested and qualified.

• Oversee the Wednesday night gathering of students.

• Identify individuals and give opportunities to preach at the Wednesday gathering.

• Give direction and oversight to the band on Wednesday night.

• Identify responsible 11th-12th grade students to serve as student leaders/servants.

• Organize and oversee monthly gatherings outside the regular Wed. night gathering for outreach and fellowship.

• Participate in regular (annual) training and fellowship with other faithful pastors.

• Organize summer retreat and mission trip.

Qualifications:

• Div.

• 5+ years' ministry experience.

• Track record of discipleship and gifted teaching of Scripture.

Compensation:

• Health, eye, dental benefits.

• Salary ~$80K

• 3 weeks vacation