Please include a cover letter (optional), resume, and a list of references. Applications can be sent to [email protected].
Qualifications:
- The candidate must demonstrate the biblical character traits and ministry skills laid out in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12; 1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-4.
- In particular, the candidate must demonstrate a calling and heart for youth ministry, a willingness to provide pastoral care to youth, personal humility to lead and work with others, and courage to speak the word of truth.
- In addition, he or she must demonstrate such ministry skills as correctly handling the word of truth in preaching and teaching, confidence in providing spiritual care and counseling, good communication skills with the teams and the congregation.
- It is preferable that the candidate is an active seminary student or has had seminary training/education experience.
- The candidate must have legal working status in the United States.
- The candidate should be fluent in verbal and written English
JOB DESCRIPTION
1) Preaching and Teaching
- Preach in the Highland Park and Long Grove youth programs at least once a month
- Coordinate with the Full Time Youth Minister in organizing and teaching the Sunday School curriculum at both the Highland Park and Long Grove locations
2) Discipleship and Leadership Development
- Build relationships with youths through visitation/meetup and counseling
- Shepherd youth spiritual growth with the support of other Youth Ministry Team members and congregational Pastors and Elders.
- Disciple selected youths to build a core youth student leadership team
3) Ministry and Organization
- Formulate youth ministry mission and strategy under the overall TGC church vision
- Help coordinate newcomer follow-up and outreach activities
- Encourage parental involvement with the discipleship of youth
- Plan and co-lead Friday night gatherings with the Full-Time Youth Minister
4) Other duties as assigned
Ministry Load: 30 hours per week (potential to convert to full-time) Accountability: The position is under the supervision of the lead pastor and reports to the TGC Board of Elders. Duration: One year (renewable).
*Nothing in this job description restricts Trinity Grace Church’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
