Youth and Young Adult Pastor
Job Summary
The Youth/Young Adult Pastor (Y&YA Pastor) is responsible for the spiritual growth and development of the youth and young adults within the church. This includes planning and leading youth and young adult programs, fostering relationships with youth, young adults and families to grow in faith together. The (Y&YA) Pastor will recruit, support, maintain and build our youth and young adult ministries in collaboration with the Senior Pastor and ministry teams by creating a welcoming and Christ-centered environment where young people can grow in their faith.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This role is an individual contributor and does not have direct reports. This position will lead and manage volunteer teams.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Spiritual Leadership
· Teach, mentor, and disciple youth through biblical teaching, group discussions, and personal relationships.
· Plan and lead weekly youth group meetings, Bible studies, and worship services.
· Encourage and facilitate youth participation in church-wide activities and services.
2. Program Development
· Plan and oversee special events such as retreats, mission trips, service projects, and social events.
· Develop and implement a strategic plan for the youth and young adult ministry aligned with the church’s vision and values.
· Ability to build a vibrant and innovative ministry that meets the needs of our youth and young adult population.
· Ensure a safe and engaging environment for all youth and young adult programs.
3. Relationship Building
· Be relatable and approachable to youth, young adults and to people of all ages with the ability to build trust and establish meaningful connections.
· Serve as a positive role model, mentor, and counselor to students.
· Provide pastoral care and support to youth and young adults facing life challenges.
4. Volunteer Management
· Recruit, train, and support a team of adult volunteers and youth leaders.
· Provide leadership development opportunities for youth leaders.
5. Administration
· Manage the youth and young adult ministry budget and resources.
· Maintain accurate records of participation and activities.
· Communicate regularly with church leadership, parents, and students via email, social media, or newsletters.
Qualifications:
· A growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to the authority of Scripture.
· A clear calling to youth ministry.
· Minimum 2 years of Youth and/or Young Adult leadership experience.
· Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
· Ability to relate to and connect with young people and their families.
· Bachelor’s degree in ministry, theology, or a related field (preferred).
· Agreement with the church’s statement of faith and doctrinal beliefs.
Work Schedule:
· Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
· Attendance at weekly church services and staff meetings is required.
About Us:
Mount Hebron Missionary Baptist Church is a faith-filled, community-driven congregation located in Garland, TX, dedicated to spreading the Gospel and nurturing believers of all ages. Our church family is known for its warmth, worship, and commitment to serving both its members and the surrounding community. We are passionate about raising up the next generation of leaders and are looking for someone who shares that vision.
Flexible work from home options available.
About Us
Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”Matthew 28:19-20Slogan:“Look what the Lord has done… And it’s marvelous in our eyes!”
Motto:“We’re Into What God Is Up To”.
Vision:We’re making disciples by Redeeming the Lost, Redirecting Lives, Rejoicing in The Lord!
We are fulfilling our vision in Garland:-Back to school drive in cooperation with local community organizations-Weekly supporter of the Hungry through God’s Closet ministry providing food for the hungry.-Supports Hope Clinic of Garland, a sliding scale medical clinic for the underemployed and uninsured.-Supports Angel Tree in partnership with Prison Fellowship
Surrounding Communities:-Weekly benevolence assistance to local and surrounding communities-Mount Hebron Christian Academy provides before and after school care to children in Garland and the surrounding community.-Under the Bridge Ministry to persons who live in shelters and are homeless.-Supports World Changers, Southern Baptist summer missions that helps to restore the homes of the elderly and disabled in targeted communities.
The World:-We support a Mission family in Lusaka, Zambia-We assist in building a community center in Kalikiliki, Lusaka, Zambia-We support 4 schools in Lusaka, Zambia-We support Luc Deratus in Port Au Prince, Haiti-We support Mutillio Vargus missionary to various cities in Mexico-We support Dr. Falak Sher missionary to Pakistan