Youth and Music Leader/Pastor Job at Find Christian Links in Madison

Living Hope Wesleyan Church
Madison, South Dakota, United States

Job Title: Youth and Music Pastor/Leader (FT Salaried)

We exist to demonstrate and offer the Living Hope of Jesus to our community and to our world. (1 Peter 1:3-4a)

General Summary

This position directly reports to the Lead Pastor.

The Youth and Music pastor/leader will develop and oversee the discipleship of young people from Middle School to College. They will lead, plan, and develop music and music teams for gatherings.

• Youth Ministry: 75-80%
• Music: 20-25%

Responsibilities

• Lead and teach Middle School and High School programming
• Plan music and other artistic/creative elements of worship gatherings
• Identify and develop current and new Ministry Partners (volunteer leaders) in youth and music
• Lead and organize all youth activities (Camps, youth events, fundraisers, etc.)

Other Possible Opportunities – Based on Interest and Skill Set – Not Required

• Preaching opportunities
• Global Missions Team member/leader
• Small Group leader
• Tech
• Other

Personal/Spiritual

• Have a growing and intentional relationship with Jesus
• Growing and committed relationship with your spouse/family (if applicable)
• Lead and serve humbly in a cooperative team environment
• Have a teachable spirit
• Intentionally grow through books, podcasts, sermons, etc.
• Look for ways to provide Hope to the Church, the town, and the people around you.
• Get involved in the community (e.g., volunteer, recreational sports, community groups, etc.)

Administrative/Other

• Congregational care
• Attend and participate in staff meetings
• Attend and participate in Advisory Council (Elder/Leader Board) meetings
• Maintain and be accountable with ministry budgets
• Maintain/utilize any necessary social media outlets for promotion and engagement
• Support other staff and ministries as needed
• Support all Church functions as needed
• Attend required district or denominational events (TBD)
• Complete any and all required reports (TBD)
• Provide efficient and timely communication

What We Are Looking for in a Team Member (Characteristics)

For the individual to join our team, they will need to...

• Embrace a team mindset regarding decisions, planning, and support. We believe that we are more effective in serving the people and ministering the Gospel when we do it together.
• Communicate regularly with team and ministry
• Dream, create, and organize events, resources, and people
• Be fiscally responsible and creative with resources to accomplish the mission
• Be a person of integrity in work and personal life
• Be humble and coachable
• A follower of Jesus according to Matthew 22:37-39; that means caring for your physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health

A Little Bit About Living Hope Wesleyan Church

If you believe you'd be a great addition to our team and community, please email your resume and cover letter to Pastor Kirby.

Living Hope Church is a 15-year-old Wesleyan Church (www.wesleyan.org) located in Madison, South Dakota, which is a part of the Northwest District of the Wesleyan Church.

We exist to demonstrate and offer the Living Hope of Jesus to our community and our world.