Student Ministries Director

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Job description

Are you ready to lead the next generation of believers and leave a legacy that lasts? This isn't just another youth ministry job - it's an opportunity to shape the future of the Church, ignite the hearts of students, and build something extraordinary. If you're passionate, creative, and hungry to make a real difference, this is your moment.

Why This Role Will Set Your Soul on Fire:

1. You'll Be a Game-Changer

You won't just be running a ministry - you'll be transforming lives. Every day, you'll be making a direct impact on students in grades 6-12, helping them discover their identity in Christ and navigate the challenges of today's world with faith and confidence. You'll guide them into a deeper relationship with Jesus through mission trips, powerful worship experiences, discipleship opportunities, and life-changing retreats. You'll be shaping the hearts of young believers who will carry the message of Jesus into the world.

2. You'll Have Creative Freedom to Build Something Amazing

This isn't about following a script. You'll have the freedom to innovate, dream, and create experiences that resonate with today's youth. Whether it's designing a high-energy worship experience, crafting messages that speak directly to the hearts of students, or planning jaw-dropping events, you'll have the space to bring your vision to life. If you can dream it, you can build it here.

3. You'll Be Empowered to Lead

You're not just the leader of a program - you're the architect of a movement. You'll recruit, train, and empower a dedicated team of volunteers who share your vision for transforming student ministry. You'll pour into student leaders and help them rise up to make an impact in their communities and beyond. This is your chance to leave a lasting legacy, raising up a new generation of Christ-followers and world-changers.

4. You'll Be Part of a Church That's Got Your Back

At First United Methodist Church, you won't be going it alone. You'll have the full support of a dynamic church staff, a dedicated Senior Pastor, and a congregation that is passionate about seeing young people thrive. We want you to succeed, and we'll make sure you have the resources, mentorship, and encouragement you need to make that happen. Here, you're family.

Why You Were Born for This:

• You're a Visionary Leader: You see beyond what is to what could be. You know how to cast a compelling vision and rally others around it.
• You're Relational at Your Core: Ministry is about relationships, and you know how to build authentic, trust-filled connections with students, families, and volunteers. You meet students where they are - in their schools, at their games, in their struggles - and walk with them as they grow in faith.
• You're Biblically Solid and Spiritually Grounded: You know the Word and live it out daily. You can communicate biblical truth in a way that captivates students, drawing them deeper into their relationship with Jesus. Your teaching is not just relevant - it's transformational.
• You Thrive in a Fast-Paced, Dynamic Environment: Ministry is unpredictable, and you love it. You're energized by the idea of balancing weekly worship, mission trips, outreach events, and discipleship programs, knowing that every moment is an opportunity to lead students closer to Christ.
• You're Ready to Innovate: The world is changing, and so are the ways students engage with their faith. You're excited about leveraging new tools, technology, and methods to reach this generation in fresh and creative ways.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Creating Unforgettable Worship Experiences: Every week, you'll be crafting and leading high-impact student worship services that inspire, challenge, and draw students closer to Jesus.
• Building Discipleship Pathways: You'll lead small groups, oversee confirmation classes, and create spaces where students can grow deep in their faith, ask tough questions, and experience authentic community.
• Developing Leaders: You'll recruit, train, and empower both student and adult leaders to serve in meaningful ways, creating a ministry that's bigger than yourself and sustainable for the long term.
• Mission and Outreach: From local service projects to global mission trips, you'll be leading students on unforgettable journeys that show them what it means to live out their faith in practical ways.
• Strategic Planning and Administration: You'll manage the ministry's budget, coordinate logistics for events, and ensure that all communication with parents, staff, and the church body is clear and effective.

What We're Looking For:

• A deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ that's evident in how you live and lead.
• An understanding of youth culture and a passion for reaching students where they are, helping them grow into who God has called them to be.
• A dynamic communicator with experience preaching and teaching in ways that engage and challenge students.
• A natural leader who knows how to recruit, train, and empower volunteers to take ownership of the ministry.
• A team player who's ready to collaborate with church staff and families to create a ministry that aligns with the overall mission of First United Methodist Church.
• Experience in youth ministry or a related field (3+ years preferred), along with an understanding and commitment to Wesleyan theology.

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Full-Time Position (40 hours per week) with competitive pay and benefits.
• A church family that believes in the importance of youth ministry and is ready to support you every step of the way.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional development, because we believe in helping you grow in your calling.

• The chance to lead a thriving ministry in a dynamic, growing church where your work will truly matter.

This isn't just a job. It's a calling. If you're ready to pour your heart and soul into leading students toward Jesus, apply today and let's do something amazing together. The future of youth ministry is waiting - and we need you to lead it.

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