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Church: Eden Prairie Presbyterian Church, Eden Prairie, MN
Position: Director of Youth Ministries
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: The Director of Youth Ministries provides oversight, direction and coordination to a ministry that seeks to invite 7th-12th grade students into a biblical community to become transformed, Christ-centered, relational, and passionate disciples of Jesus that will succeed in making the transition from maturing Christian students to maturing Christian adults.
Primary Responsibilities: The Director of Youth Ministries is responsible for the visioning and administering of the Jr/Sr High Youth Ministries as well as the coordinating, organizing, and shepherding of the complex and fluid mix of people (youth, volunteers, parents, and congregation) that embody the Jr/Sr High Youth Ministries of EPPC.
Candidate Description:
- Have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and to His Church.
- Solid working knowledge of Scripture with the ability to articulate the story of the Bible, as well as their own faith story.
- A disciple of Christ relying upon God's word and Spirit-led prayer for discernment and decision-making.
- Have a basic understanding and teachable spirit with respect to the Reformed-Presbyterian tradition.
- Ability to relate to students as a mentor and servant leader.
- Good organizational skills and ability to facilitate programs to completion.
- Possess good communication, encouragement, and conflict resolution skills.
Education / Experience:
- Four year college degree is preferred
- Background and/or experience in education or ministry desired
- A minimum of 4-5 years experience in youth ministry with 2-3 years of that experience in a leadership position
Contact: YMT Search Team
Email: youthsearch@eppc.com
Phone: 952-937-8000
Web: eppc.com
Date Received: 3 February 2012
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Church: Grace Evangelical Free Church, Fridley, MN
Position: Student Ministries Associate
Open To: Women
Job Description:
Jesus says in John 10:10 that His primary purpose for coming to earth
was in order to give people a spiritually rich and satisfying life. That
is why ZAO (life), the student ministries program of Grace Evangelical
Free Church, is looking to hire a Female Student Ministries Associate
who is passionate and committed to helping young women find and
experience life in Jesus Christ.
Our purpose is to find
(Mt. 28:16-20; Lk. 5:31-32), keep (Heb. 10:24-25, Js. 5:19-20), and grow
(Gal. 5:22-23, 2 Pt. 3:17-18) teenagers for the glory of Jesus Christ. Our goal
is to challenge and motivate youth to live and enjoy life to its
fullest by encouraging them to discover and encounter the abundant way,
truth, and life that Jesus Christ has to offer. We will strive to do
this by offering programming and events that will be solely centered
around trying to remind the youth who come through our doors that they
are: lovable (Jn 3:16), capable (Phil. 4:13), worthwhile (Mt. 10:26-31), and not alone (Deut. 31:6).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Become an "expert" in understanding and reaching students in their social, physical, and spiritual context.
- Provide care, discipleship, and mentoring for our 6th-12th grade girls.
- Provide strategic leadership for ZAO.
- Show willingness and initiative to grow both personally and professionally.
GEFC values youth ministry so much that along with
having a full time Pastor of Student Ministries, we also have a part
time Male Associate, and a quarter time Youth Worship Coordinator who
are committed to relational and incarnational ministry. While numbers,
flashiness, and fun matter to most youth groups, the youth ministry
staff at GEFC are more concerned and determined to help teenagers build a
solid foundation in their walk with Christ that will last a lifetime
and to notice how He and the Holy Spirit are actively present in their
daily lives. Anything that is healthy will naturally grow over time. We
believe that adding a female member to our staff will foster and warrant
spiritual and physical growth in our group. This is a part-time (28
hrs/month) paid position without benefits. Our desire is for this
position to eventually grow into a full time role but this will be
contingent upon ministry success and growth.
Candidate Description:
Candidate will work as a member of the ZAO student ministry staff and
help foster physical, emotional, and spiritual growth and development in
the hearts and lives of the teenagers of GEFC. This position would be a
great place for someone who is beginning in ministry and wants to learn
and grow in her ministry abilities.
Contact: Tyler Sotebeer
Phone: 612-804-5201
Email: tsotebeer@gracefree.org
Web: www.gracefree.org
Date Received: 2 December 2011
Also Listed As: Part-time
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Church: Alexandria Covenant Church, Alexandria, MN
Position: Pastor of Student Ministries
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: For a detailed role description, please email the contact below.
Candidate Description: Alexandria Covenant Church is looking for a full-time Pastor of Student Ministries with a minimum of 5 years' experience in youth ministry. ACC is seeking an experienced youth pastor with proven leadership abilities in working with students, leaders and families. This person will be working with Jr. High and Sr. High Students (7-12 graders). This individual will be responsible to teach, train, and equip students and leaders to be active followers of Jesus Christ.
Contact: Trinity Opp
Phone: (320)763-5659
Email: topp@alexandriacovenant.org
Web: www.alexandriacovenant.org
Date Received: 7 November 2011
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Church: Love of Christ Lutheran Church, St. Cloud, MN
Position: Student Life Leader PT
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description:
- Develop and implement student programming for 5th-12th grade, working closely with Family Ministries/Education staff for 5th-8th grade.
- Oversee Confirmation in conjunction with the Elders.
- Develop and implement a plan for "the handoff" between confirmation ministries and high school student life ministries.
- Help create and oversee the Student Ministries budget in coordination with Lead Pastor and Director of Family Life and Education including coordination of fundraising efforts for mission trips and servant events.
- Build and maintain quality relationships with parents that encourage ownership in spiritual maturity of their children.
- Be acquainted with personal lives of students: for example, home visits, school events, and availability to meet with students 1:1.
- Develop relationships with schools, churches, parachurch organizations that support efforts to reach students in the church and the community.
- Help develop students into leaders in their schools and community.
- Recruit, develop and oversee adult volunteers.
- Maintain balance of spiritual growth and fellowship.
- Follow MN statutes regarding mandated reporting.
- Maintain a balance of "stand, strengthen, serve" within Student Life ministries.
Candidate Description: This person must have demonstrated spiritual leadership abilities and have a growing, vibrant walk with the Lord, setting a Godly example in lifestyle and practice. This person displays the following qualities:
- self-starter
- effective communicator with students, parents and staff
- team player
- a clear understanding of discipleship
- life-long learner
- healthy boundaries
- active listener
- genuine love and compassion for students
- organizational and time management skills
- possesses a general understanding of student development
- able to integrate the vision of the church into student ministries
- will become a member of LOC
View a complete job description.
Contact: Paul Hennings
Email: pastorpaul@loveofchrist.org
Phone: (320) 253-7453
Web: www.loveofchrist.org
Date Received: 3 November 2011
Also Listed As: Part-Time
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Church: Stadium Village Church, Minneapolis, MN
Position: College Student Outreach Intern PT
Open To: Men
Job Description: Multi-ethnic (mainly Asian grad students) church that desires to reach out to American and International undergrad students at the University of Minnesota Campus.
- Organize small and large disciple groups.
- Train student leaders.
- Preach occasionally if desired.
- Attend weekly team meetings.
- Participate with Students Against Hunger.
- Participate in Alpha Course.
Candidate Description:
- Dependent on the Lord
- Passion for the lost
- Comfortable around and sensitive to both American and International Students
- Creative, sense of humor, humble, a good learner and listener
- Able to work in teams or alone
Contact: Kathleen Macosko
Email: kmacosko@hotmail.com
Phone: (612) 875-2694
Web: www.stadiumvillagechurch.org
Date Received: 6 October 2011
Also Listed As: Internship
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Church: Willowbrook Community Church, Forest Lake, MN
Position: Student Ministries Associate/Intern PT
Open To: Men
Job Description: Willowbrook has an amazing group of junior and senior high students just waiting to be loved on and cared for! We are looking to hire someone for 10-12 hours a week to work under the supervision/guidance of the youth pastor with either our junior and/or senior high program! An amazing opportunity...big things are happening in the life of Willowbrook, it will be quite a ride!
Candidate Description:
- We have 2 potential internship openings, one for junior high and one for senior high.
- We are mainly looking to hire a male - we have many female leaders but are lacking in male leadership.
- We are looking for someone who fully encompasses Willowbrook's unique DNA!
- Someone who would thrive in our type of setting would be someone who is a big self-starter, visionary, exciting, relational, flexible, dedicated, fun, outgoing and passionate about teenagers!
Contact: Pastor Katie Henslin
Email: Katie@Willowbrookchurch.org
Phone: (612) 501-2063
Web: www.willowbrookchurch.org
Date Received: 21 September 2011
Also Listed As: Internship
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Church: Monticello Covenant Church, Monticello, MN
Position: Youth Pastor Intern PT
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: The Youth Pastor Intern will assist with the direction and oversight of the youth ministry to middle and high school students at Monticello Covenant Church. The intern will:
- Model a passionate faith in Jesus Christ.
- Organize, prepare and accompany students on Annual Evangelical Covenant Church youth conferences (CHIC).
- Plan and/or organize creative youth activities for youth to connect to God and each other Wednesday nights.
- Assist with teaching classes to youth on Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings.
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer leaders.
- Ability to pray with and for students.
- Provide opportunities for students to assist in service events.
Candidate Description:
- Qualified candidate will currently be in a youth ministry degree program (or have obtained a bachelor's degree and be enrolled in seminary).
- Has a heart for teens and connecting them with God, understands their unique needs, and has a desire to include the youth in the ministry of the church.
- Youth ministry experience preferred, including leading volunteers.
- Strong communication skills and ability to form healthy relationships with students, families, volunteers and the church congregation desirable.
- Can work independently and assist with managing the youth budget.
- Reports to the Interim Pastor.
Contact: Pastor Jane Spriggs
Email: jane.monticov@gmail.com
Phone: (612) 598-9650
Web: www.monticov.org
Date Received: 20 September 2011
Also Listed As: Internship
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Church: Messiah Episcopal, St. Paul, MN
Position: Director of Youth Ministries
Open To: Men and Women
Job Description: Full-Time; Organizational Relationships; Supervisor: Rector; Those Supervised include volunteers and student leaders working with the youth ministries program.
- Authority: Under the supervision of the rector and with direction from the vestry, the Director of Youth Ministries will be empowered to make and implement decisions which are consistent with the mission of Messiah Episcopal Church and its Youth Ministries Program.
- Purpose and Function: The purpose of the Director of Youth Ministries position is to expand and deepen a ministry among youth (6 grade and older) at Messiah Episcopal Church, which inspires participants to make a commitment to following Christ and developing a vibrant life within the church.
Responsibilities:
- Serving: Support, serve and submit to the leadership from the church's rector and the vestry; Provide support, guidance and encouragement to volunteers ; Execute ministry within the context of the life of the church
- Planning: Work with student leaders, volunteers and vestry to plan the yearly calendar and budget; Organize, promote and lead large group events including an annual mission trip; Coordinate weekly teachings and activities
- Leading/Managing: Set vision, goals and strategies for the youth ministry program; Recruit, equip and inspire student leaders and volunteers; Recruit, hire, supervise and train summer youth interns; Implement effectively the decisions made by the vestry and church leadership
- Teaching/Training: Prepare and provide compelling, Biblically based teachings that are relevant to the life experience of the youth
- Pastoring: Initiate one to one meetings with youth to determine their spiritual needs, strengths and personal goals; Develop mentoring relationships with student leaders and volunteers; Provide initial crisis counseling and make counseling referrals for youth and families as needed; Effectively integrate youth from different cultural backgrounds into the youth ministry program
- Communicating/Advocating/Networking: Participate in staff meetings, workshops, and retreats; Use a variety of communication resources to connect with and update the staff, volunteers, youth and families; Effectively and continually integrate youth into the life of the church; Develop relationships with youth programs in other like-minded churches
- Learning: Keep abreast of vital trends and relevant issues affecting youth ministries; Continue to develop key skills for working with youth and families
Candidate Description:Qualifications-
- Spiritual: The candidate for this position should be a Spirit-filled follower of Jesus who is able to articulate his or her faith to young people in an effort to spur them on in their own faith journeys. The candidate should also be a lover of the Word, who is able to assist the youth in understanding Biblical text and its application to their own lives. The candidate should also demonstrate a life of service, mercy, and justice.
- Character: The candidate should live a lifestyle that is consistent with Biblical teaching including maintaining healthy, supportive relationships built within a Christian community. The person should demonstrate integrity, personal initiative, persistence, have a positive attitude, and display a commitment to the ministry of Messiah Episcopal Church.
- Skills and Abilities: The candidate should maintain a standard of excellence in his or her work and ministry. The candidate should have solid relational skills that enable him or her to work with staff, youth, parents and volunteers. Candidates should also be skilled in the areas of organizing and promoting large youth events as well as teaching, guiding and counseling students in small groups and one to one settings.
- Leadership: This leader must be effective at recruiting, training, inspiring and evaluating both volunteers and student leaders. He or she should collaborate well with others and work to develop an ongoing vision and direction for youth ministry.
- Training: Previous experience working in youth ministry with demonstrated ability to run all aspects of a youth program is required. Education in professional ministry or Bible education from a recognized institution and experience working in a cross-cultural setting are also preferred. The candidate should demonstrate a pattern of continued learning in his or her field and growth in his or her own personal and spiritual life.
Contact: Ann Schwarz
Email: a.schwarz@messiahepiscopal.org
Phone: (651) 698-2590
Web: www.messiahepiscopal.org
Date Received: 4 September 2011
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Church: Pine City Evangelical Free Church, Pine City, MN
Position: Director of Student Ministries PT (15-20 hrs/wk)
Open To: Men
Job Description: Responsibilities-
- To provide oversight of the Junior High and High School student ministries.
- Responsible for recruiting, leading and coordinating a team of adult volunteers to cooperatively carry out the work of the student ministry.
- Meet with the volunteer staff and small group leaders for prayer, planning and vision casting.
- Lead Wednesday evening Student meetings.
- Meet with student leaders for discipleship and mentoring.
- Oversee the budget provided for the student ministry.
- Teach Sunday School as needed.
Reports directly to the Senior Pastor. One-on-one meeting and mentoring will take place for at least 1 hr/wk for discipleship and coordination of ministry. Work with the Christian Education Committee.
Work hours - Roughly 15-20 hours per week. The church will provide an office for study, meetings, planning, etc Sunday mornings (Sunday School and 10:30 service). Wednesday late afternoon and evening. Some Fridays & Saturdays for student activities. Occasional trips to camps, retreats, conferences, etc.
Candidate Description:
- Must possess a clear testimony of salvation and an abiding faith in Jesus Christ.
- Must be a person of character and integrity.
- Must possess a deep love for the Scripture and an ability to teach others.
- Must be in agreement with the Evangelical Free Church Statement of Faith
- Must be in agreement with the vision of the Pine City Evangelical Free Church.
- Must be able to work with others and lead a team-centered, discipleship-oriented ministry.
- Must possess a love for students and families.
Contact: Joel Preston
Email: pastor@pcefc.com
Phone: (320) 438.0604
Web: www.pcefc.com
Date Received: 4 September 2011
Also Listed As: Part-Time
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Church: Lincoln Evangelical Free Church, Cushing, MN
Position: Youth Pastor/Associate
Open To: Men
Job Description: The Associate Pastor for Youth will help the Lincoln Evangelical Free Church fulfill God's mission to Magnify God by helping people Meet Jesus, Mature in their Faith and Minister in Jesus' name. Ministry will focus on youth (grades 7-12) with other possible opportunities.
Candidate Description:
- Know and trust Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
- Have a vital and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Bachelor's or Bible School degree in youth ministry or related field.
- A heart for and rapport with youth.
- Maintain a close relationship with Scripture for life and ministry.
- Agree with the statement of faith of the EFCA and fulfill requirements for Lincoln EFC membership.
Contact: Brenda Strohschein
Phone: (218) 575-2449
Email: brendas@lincolnfree.org
Web: www.lincolnfree.org
Date Received: 27 July 2011
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