The Pastor of Student Ministry is a highly relational leader, shepherd, and teacher giving vision, direction, and leadership to 6th – 12th grade students at Living Hope Church. The Student Pastor is responsible for developing a ministry for students, leading them in becoming a community that follows the way of Jesus, and elevating Jesus in their lives so He is impossible to ignore.
JOB CLASSIFICATION:
Permanent Full-time/Exempt/Salaried (40-45 hours/week).
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Outline vision, direction, and implementation plan for student ministry at Living Hope Church.
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Develop a comprehensive discipleship strategy for male and female students (6th – 12th grade).
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Discover, Develop, Deploy, and Direct an effective team of adult volunteers who use their spiritual gifting to execute the ministry’s vision and values.
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Effectively lead and shepherd the LH Student Ministry Staff. Leveraging and developing their spiritual gifts and abilities toward the mission of LH Students.
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Foster a culture of Christ-centered care and celebration within the ministry structures.
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Develop an annual ministry calendar and supporting budget.
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Effectively communicate with parents regarding ministry events, activities, student growth, teaching series, available parental resources, and the like.
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Proactively and appropriately pursue relationships with students within the church and community.
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Effectively communicate and collaborate with other pastors and staff when appropriate.
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Model the character and integrity of pastoral ministry as outlined in the New Testament.
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Other duties as assigned.
OTHER NECESSARY SKILLS:
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Organization and Leadership: Proactively develops an annual ministry calendar; including teacher training, special events, etc. Able to effectively develop and utilize volunteer ministry teams to shape and execute ongoing ministry needs/key objectives.
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Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Able to effectively engage a variety of people. Responds quickly to text messages, phone calls, and emails. Proactively communicates with the congregation, volunteer teams, families, and new attendees.
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Technology: Able to use or learn Microsoft Office, Electronic Check-In System, CCB/Church Database, and other ministry-related systems.
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Staff Development: Able to effectively lead, utilize, and manage the Student Ministry staff members.
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Understands Living Hope’s Discipleship Pathway Framework
