Job Overview
Congregational Bible Church is a theologically conservative, independent, evangelical church located in the town of Shafter, in California's central valley. We have witnessed God's faithful hand in the guidance and sustaining of our church for over 110 years. We are actively seeking the next man to come and lead our youth ministry into maturity and into the future. The Lord has strategically placed us right across the street from the local high school where over 1,500 students pass by our church grounds every single day. We feel it is God's calling on us to serve, love, and evangelize these young people He has put so close to us. We see the role as a missionary-like position to the high school.
Job Description
Responsibilities
Lead Wednesday night youth group (Jr High/Sr High); including a game and message
Lead Sunday School (Jr High/Sr High)
Spend at least 20% of time on campus or directly interacting with teenagers
Attend FCA club, after school gatherings, sports, etc.
Initiate, plan, and complete at least 1 youth activity per month that incorporates
Fellowship, fun, and faith
Initiate, plan, and complete 1 children's/family, activity per month that does the same
Plan, participate in, and lead summer camp, winter retreat, and VBS
Develop a discipleship plan for Jr High and High School students of the church
Create opportunities for teenagers to integrate into the life of the church
Some oversight in children's ministry
Sunday morning pulpit supply
Requirements
Must be a born-again believer in Jesus Christ
Must have a healthy and exemplary spiritual walk
Must be Elder qualified according to Scripture
Must agree with the theological positions of Congregational Bible Church
Must be able to accurately and compellingly teach God's Word to teenagers
Must have a passion and enthusiasm for teenagers and youth ministry
Must be intentional in being involved in the lives of teenagers
Must be able to bring the Word to bear on important social, cultural issues teens face
Must have a heart for reaching teenagers for Christ
Must be approachable and relatable to teenagers today
Must show initiative in creating, planning, and carrying out youth events/activities
Must be confident and competent in evangelizing teenagers, leading them to Christ,
and shepherding them to maturity
Must have an active presence in the local community and the high school