The Pastor of the Next Generation (Youth and Families) is responsible for evangelizing and discipling students and families.
In particular the Next Generation Pastor will:
-Develop and lead an active youth and children’s ministry in the church with the help of church leaders and volunteers.
-Provide leadership and assistance to directors, teachers and other adult leaders in various aspects of church life related to the discipleship of youth and families.
-Plan and direct youth / children’s activities, retreats, fellowships, youth camps, etc.
-Initiate, lead, and participate in a youth / children’s oriented outreach program.
-Promote participation in all phases of church work.
-Work with the other church Ministerial Staff and in planning an annual ministry calendar.
-Be available to counsel with students and/or students’ parents as needed.
-Give input to youth/children’s related ministries within the church (e.g. Nominating Committee, Missions Committee).
-Plan a proposed budget for the youth / children’s ministry..
-Cooperate with associational and state leaders in promoting activities of mutual interest.
-Conduct Wednesday night / Sunday night services.
-Equip and disciple parents to lead their families in spiritual growth.
-Maintain a healthy, vibrant relationship with the Lord.
-Keep a weekly presence in all the local schools.
-Be involved in other civic aspects of the local community.
-Lead regular leadership meetings with youth / children’s leaders.
-Develop a working youth and children’s committee comprised of adults/parents.
-Be available to fill the pulpit, conduct funerals, conduct weddings, assist pastors in hospital visitations, ect.
-Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.
by Dogwood