
Are you a dynamic, passionate Christian leader with a heart for youth and a talent for vibrant worship?
Ready to inspire the next generation?
To apply or for a full job description, please email your resume or questions to hamstra.rich@gmail.com
Job Opening: Director of Youth and Worship Ministries
We are seeking a full-time Director of Youth and Worship Ministries to join our community. Your primary purpose will be to inspire dynamic worship and lead our youth and young adult ministries, with a strong focus on leadership development, discipleship, and volunteer mentorship.
Our Mission: Following God’s leading, we are a community who seeks to:
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Celebrate God through joyful worship
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Cultivate our gifts to serve Christ
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Care for one another and the world
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Communicate the good news of Jesus
What You Will Do
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Ministry Programing: Plan and develop engaging activities and worship for youth and young adults, ensuring alignment with the church’s mission and vision.
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Leadership Development: Promote, encourage, and actively implement a strategy for leadership development and succession planning across all youth and worship teams.
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Worship Ministry: Assist in leading and planning worship, working with the Minister and Worship Committee. You will also organize, resource, and mentor the Praise Team.
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Group Leadership: Lead youth and young adult groups and participate in community programs like Youth for Christ.
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Pastoral Care: Provide initial spiritual direction and pastoral care for youth, young adults, and their families.
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Digital Presence: Maintain the church’s digital presence related to youth and worship (e.g., social media, coordinating livestreaming).
Required Gifts & Experience:
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A passionate and Dynamic Professing Christian, aligned with the church’s theological framework.
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Strong Leadership: Proven ability to lead, delegate, and empower volunteers.
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Worship and Musical Talent: Strong interest in worship, musically talented (plays a piano or guitar), and proficient in leading congregational worship.
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Experience as a youth worker/leader and an experienced worship musician/leader in a Christian Church setting.
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Familiarity with digital media platforms for ministry communication.
Preferred (but not required) Assets:
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A Bachelor's Degree in Christian or Religious Education from an accredited Institution, or current enrollment in a recognized seminary program (e.g., Calvin Theological Seminary programs).
Work Schedule: This is a full-time position. While flexibility is inherent in ministry, a commitment to predictable in-office hours is expected to ensure accessibility to staff, volunteers, and congregants. Specific office hours are negotiable with the Council during the hiring process.
