Cedar Creek Church of God

Associate Youth Pastor Job Description

Reports to: Senior Pastor

Purpose/Goal: To help middle and high school students at Cedar Creek COG become mature disciples of Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities:

70% Youth Ministry

  • Pray for the teens who will be a part of the ministry of Cedar Creek Youth and for each team member.
  • Plan and lead all aspects of junior and senior high youth ministry, including two weekly gatherings (Sunday morning and Wednesday night), monthly events, conventions, and camps.
  • Disciple teens to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.
  • Support teens in the youth group in the local community when able, including, but not limited to: sporting events, music recitals, dance recitals, graduation ceremonies, etc.
  • Recruit, train, delegate, and encourage adult volunteers for ministry effectiveness.
  • Provide parents with recommended resources and ideas to disciple their teens.
  • Work with pastoral and volunteer staff to involve students in ministry, developing serving opportunities that will allow teens to grow in their God-given abilities and calling.
  • Oversee the annual youth ministry budget in a way that effectively utilizes church resources and maximizes ministry opportunities.
  • Provide a positive and biblical example for teens (and their families) at Cedar Creek COG.

30% at-large ministries

  • As an associate, you will be expected to help/serve in other areas based on your spiritual gifts and interests. For example, music ministry, tech team, local outreach, or adult classes.
  • Visitation to hospitals and to shut-ins.
  • Preach in the pastor’s absence.
  • Preach periodically throughout the year at the Senior Pastor’s discretion.

Time Commitments:

  • Doing ministry/preparing for ministry: 40 hours per week
  • Office hours should be determined and maintained in consultation with the Senior Pastor and Church Council.

Qualifications:

  • A healthy and vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
  • Must have a passion for helping teens become the people God created them to be.
  • Must be ordained, or willing to seek ordination, in the Church of God, Anderson, IN.
  • Must show evidence of maturity, responsibility, experience, capabilities and personality to the extent that the congregation and community can derive good pastoring.
  • Must agree with Church of God doctrine and hold theological commitments consistent with the Wesleyan Armenian holiness tradition.
  • Must be teachable, humble, and willing to be held accountable.
  • Must be a team player who is gracious and respectful to leadership, peers, and volunteers.
  • College Education, from a Church of God College/University, is desired. Or, a willingness to pursue further Biblical or ministerial education from a seminary or Bible college in the Wesleyan Holiness tradition.

Oversight:

  • Consistent communication required with Senior Pastor, Church Council, and Christian Education Committee.
  • Must attend weekly staff meeting.

Next Steps

  • Complete the Youth Pastor Job Application below
  • Send a copy of your resume and cover letter to help@cedarcreekcog.com