Next Generations Pastor

Job Description

Purpose of the Position:  The Next Generation Pastor will develop and implement a comprehensive ministry for children and youth (Birth-12th grade) and Young Adults (to age 25) at Converge Church. The primary goals are to introduce children, students and young adults to Christ, disciple them, and train them to serve Christ. Equally important is empowering parents and guardians to raise their children to spiritual maturity. Work Hours: 40 hours/week

Qualifications:

• Education: College degree or higher. Christian ministry, biblical studies, or related field. (recommended)
• Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in leading church children/student ministries.
• A lifestyle congruent with the biblical qualifications for leaders. Embody the leadership qualifications and behaviors outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1: 5-9; 2 Timothy 4: 1-2.
• A strong understanding and commitment to essentially reformed theology and expositional teaching/preaching. 
• A heart to honor God above all and to lead people, especially children and students, into deeper worship and knowledge of Him.
• A disciple of Jesus Christ who personifies a growing relationship with the Lord, has a clear calling as a Generations Pastor and demonstrates a love and passion for serving Him. Ephesians 4:11.

Competencies:

• A sound knowledge of Scripture and an ability to effectively apply Scriptural principles in ministry that lead to life transformation.
• A high commitment to team ministry, relationships, and having fun along the way.
• Experience in training others, building teams, and discipling team leaders.
• Engaging personality with strong oral and written communication skills, computer and social media skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain appropriate discretion and confidentiality.

Roles/Responsibilities 

1. Align Ministries  

• Develop and implement a unified ministry plan across Children’s and Student ministries (including college age and young adults) in line with the church’s vision/mission. 
• Develop, lead, and disciple Next Generation volunteer ministry teams (e.g., a Nursery Team, a PreK & Kindergarten Team, an Elementary Team, and a Student Ministries Team). This includes recruiting, training, evaluating, and encouraging ministry leaders.
• Foster unity and cooperation between leaders in Children’s and Student ministries, meeting with volunteer teams to develop and evaluate goals and strategies.  
• Nurture smooth transitions for young people as they grow through various ministries.  
• Develop and oversee budget proposals for children, student and young adult ministry areas.

2. Develop Leaders 

• Recruit, train and care for the necessary number of adult leaders to effectively implement the next generation ministries. Give oversight to the leaders in the next generation ministries.  
• Coach and mentor volunteer ministry leaders to develop knowledge, character and skills needed to lead their leaders and ministries.  
• Model good leadership and a commitment to life-long learning and discipleship. 
• Assist volunteer leaders in whatever way is needed to ensure success and a joy in fulfilling our vision/mission.

3. Influence Discipleship 

• Plan and lead Wednesday and Sunday morning Christ-centered teaching ministry of the Children’s, Student’s Ministry and Young Adult’s Ministry. 
• Facilitate opportunities for children and students to serve and participate in ministry locally and globally. Organize and lead annual youth mission trip and/or youth boot camp. Take students to other large group meetings. 
• Support student activities by having a periodic personal presence at school activities or other events in which teens participate.
• Provide pastoral care and ensure pastoral counseling is provided to students dealing with issues such as bullying, eating disorders, cutting, addiction, pornography, etc. Involve parents and provide parental support/coaching as appropriate. 
• Organize and lead large student events or fun activities outside the regular weekly meeting (examples: Shocker Ball, beach day trips, overnighters, Christian concerts, paintball, etc).  At least one event per year should be a “GO Event” such as an evangelistic outreach for students.

4. Partner with Parents 

• Support and resource parents in the task of shepherding their children and youth toward faith in Jesus.  
• Provide pastoral care for children, youth, young adults and their families.  
• Seek meaningful ways to engage interaction and relationship building between all generations. 
• Provide information to students and parents about all upcoming activities.
• Provide teaching and/or resources for parents about key issues facing students. Champion family-based discipleship.

5. Create Safe Environment 

• Ensure a safe and caring environment where children, youth and young adults can explore faith and growth spiritually.  
• Ensure the Converge Church Child Protection Policy remains current and adhered to.  

6. Contribute to Leadership  

• Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, Ministry Leadership Team meetings and staff development times.
• Be a supportive and encouraging presence as part of the staff and the Ministry Leadership Team of Converge Church.  
• Participate by engaging in the work of the church as a pastoral leader.  Share in pastoral roles including being a voice in decision making and planning processes, assisting in common projects and initiatives.  

Working Relationships 

• The Generation Pastor is responsible to the Senior Pastors and reports to the Executive Minister who will provide direct supervision and — in consultation with the Senior Pastors — provide an annual evaluation.
• The Generations Pastor gives oversight and holds accountable voluntary staff of the children, youth and young adult ministries.