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Youth Pastor

Freechurchforms, Katy, Texas, United States, 77494

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Serving as Worship Pastor, he will oversee and lead a worship team to guide the congregation in worship services and special programs, coordinating service details based on the theme and overall direction established by the Senior Pastor. The Worship Pastor will be a team-builder with communication and interpersonal skills developing a disciple-making culture within the worship team. The position is pastoral, requiring service not solely in leading the music ministry but also as a spiritually mature shepherd to The River Family.

We are looking for a man who can also be involved with other discipleship ministries within the church.

Resumes can be submitted to [email protected]

Job Title: Pastor, Newlands Youth Direct Oversight: Scott Denton, Pastor Summary of Position

Develop an effective youth ministry that will lead students into an intimate relationship with God by helping them Know God, Belong to Family, Discover Purpose, and Build the Kingdom.

Create a discipleship strategy that includes an impactful group structure to help students grow in a Biblical worldview and Christian maturity.

Develop adult leaders who will invest in the spiritual lives of youth.

Principle Responsibilities Modeling Biblical Priorities Responsible for upholding Biblical priorities and core values of Newlands Church. The Pastor should represent a growing personal relationship with Christ. He/she should model a strong relationship with his or her spouse (if married) and children (if applicable). The Pastor strives to fulfill his or her purpose in life and ministry while demonstrating integrity in words, relationships, and actions. These objectives are accomplished by:

Committing to a daily quiet-time with God.

Participating in and/or leading a Newlands Church group on a regular basis.

Setting appropriate boundaries to protect character and integrity.

Developing personal evangelism opportunities within and outside the church.

Supporting the ministries of Newlands Church by faithfully tithing.

Adhering to and encompassing the Core Vision and Values of Newlands Church employees

Team Dynamics

Lead a team comprised of both staff and volunteers

Develop leaders and team members to ensure ministry excellence

Oversee the organization and electronic storage of trainings and resources

Define, communicate and monitor best practices and policies for each area

Manage and oversee all scheduling of team members in a way that aligns with the culture and vision of Newlands Church, specifically a culture of rest and allowing them to attend a weekly service.

Oversee workflows to process new team members

Provide leadership as a member of the Central Team to Youth staff and volunteers at all locations. Provide valuable insights into future Youth facility needs and portable contexts

Oversee special events for Youth ministry, i.e. summer camps/gatherings, outreach, etc.

General Responsibilities

Pastoral leadership of Youth Ministry

Must have ability to communicate vision to parents, students and volunteers

Develop systematic team building and leadership development within the ministry

Work with your direct oversight to develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive youth ministry that fits within the overall vision of the church

Develop and implement a strategy to help students grow deeper in their knowledge of the Word of God and areas such as Biblical Worldview, apologetics, and evangelism

Oversee weekly groups and monthly events for students from 6th to 12th grade

Recruit, train, and develop Youth Ministry leaders and volunteers

Develop and distribute volunteer resources necessary to lead effectively

Partner with the Kid’s Pastor to develop cohesive ministries with an intentional transition from Kid’s Ministry to Youth Ministry

Consistent involvement with the pastoral needs of the students and leaders.

Creating a service environment within the monthly gatherings that connects students to Growth Path, Build Team, to worship, pray, build healthy community, and challenges them to grow as leaders within the church

Student Groups

Oversee all Newlands Youth groups in coordination with the Newlands Groups team

Research and determine principal student group locations

Recruit and train adult/parent group leaders

Select, edit, and distribute existing curriculum for group leaders

Regular Events

Plan and host regular events for Youth Ministry

Recruit and train a full complement of volunteers for events

Effectively utilize existing curriculum to develop and deliver messages intended to engage students

Work with the Worship department to create engaging worship for weekly events

Annual Events

Utilize annual events to enhance the overall Youth Ministry, i.e. camps, retreats, mission trips

Other Responsibilities

Engage in continued personal development as an effective communicator

Continued focus on growing as a leader of students, parents, and volunteers

Thrive as a recruiter and developer of people

The DNA of a Newlands Leader At Newlands, we seek to build and nurture a culture for our organization that produces and protects a God-honoring atmosphere. We lay the foundation for this by personally living out Newlands’s values and instilling them in all who work alongside us on our staff. Our values can be described by three words: spiritual, professional, and relational. By upholding these values, we can better serve the Kingdom through our vision, mission, and purpose. We pursue growth in all areas through oversight, consistent and honest feedback, evaluation, and communication. We seek to create an environment that consistently grows servant leaders in every area.

Spiritual Being spiritual is having

God-centered influence

grounded in scriptural truth and empowered by the Holy Spirit. We value being

teachable

and

humble , fostering a culture of kindness, trust, loyalty, and honor. We are also

servant-hearted

as we focus on building the

kingdom

and being full of

faith

to hear, believe, and obey God.

Professional Being professional is producing high- quality

work in a

productive

manner while operating in a culture of excellence, not perfectionism, to support Newlands’s mission. We

steward Newlands’s vision and purpose

while upholding high

leadership

standards regardless of position and lead with love, remaining above reproach in our

conduct .

Relational Being relational is valuing relationships over results. We show

integrity

by being humble, honest, trustworthy, and

accountable

to one another and the Lord. We are unified in supporting the needs of our organization—

collaborating

together, being

approachable

in every situation, and having fun along the way! We are also

compassionate

— always extending mercy and grace balanced with truth.

Required Skills and Job Complexity a) Unique Skills and Knowledge

Ability to communicate the Gospel through various creative means to children of all ages and their parents

Proficient written and verbal communication skills

Ability to have positive and negative conversations with leaders, staff, and parents

Have a heart for excellence

Team building and leadership skills

Must be detail oriented

Operational and project management

Ability to multi-task

b) Problem Solving and Decision Making

Solution oriented

Strategic thinking

Conflict resolution

Being willing to check in with your leaders to ensure you have their heart in major decision making

Adaptability

Positive attitude in approach to problem solving

c) Preferred Education/Certification(s)

Bachelor’s degree or higher in biblical, theological or ministries studies is preferred

Experience: 3-5 years of experience in the field or a related area

d) Physical Capabilities

Must be able to sit for long periods of time

Be comfortable with being fully engaged and excited

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Competencies Critical to this Position Core Competencies

Highly self-motivated

Detail oriented

Leads effectively

Proactive

Teachability

Strategic thinking

Submitted to authority and overall vision of Newlands Church

Technical Competencies

Microsoft Office

Planning Center Online

ProPresenter

Slack, Basecamp

CPR Certification preferred or willing to complete

Ministry Safe, Sexual Abuse training*

This description is not all inclusive, and other duties may be assigned as necessary. Newlands Church does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law as it applies to churches. However, Newlands Church does discriminate on the basis of religion.

Employment Requirement All Staff must be a member or become a member of Newlands Church upon employment.

See full profile of the position, church, and area HERE.

ABOUT THE CHURCH First Mt. Juliet offers a welcoming and enriching environment for families seeking a Christ-centered community. The church provides a variety of programs and services tailored to support spiritual growth across all ages.

The First Mt. Juliet Student Ministry is for students entering 6th grade through high school graduation. Our Church Mission is to Love God, Love People, Go. In the Student Ministry, we believe our mission is to help students become adults who will – for a lifetime – live out those three mission goals.

We believe this can happen when students:

Recognize that God’s Word is our authority,

Live life on mission for Jesus, and

Understand the importance of the local church.

We want to lead students to have complete ownership of their faith – understanding the truth, living life with purpose, and being grounded in a faith community.

ABOUT THE ROLE This Student Pastor role is centered on reaching and discipling students (grades 6–12) to know Christ, cultivate a deep love for God and others, and equip them to live missionally. The position involves teaching, leading volunteers, planning events, and fostering spiritual growth among students and their families. The ideal candidate will be a servant leader with strong communication, organization, and relational skills, who is actively engaged in the life of the church. Responsibilities include overseeing student programs, coordinating with Mt. Juliet Christian Academy (MJCA), and facilitating outreach and missions. The role requires a visible, faithful presence on campus and a commitment to excellence in ministry leadership.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Students

Build Christ-centered relationships with students in grades 6–12.

Maintain a visible presence at MJCA and local schools.

Provide pastoral care, guidance, and counseling to students and families.

Create opportunities for students to identify and use their spiritual gifts.

Lead a welcoming environment where all students feel known and loved.

Collect feedback to continually improve ministry impact and relevance.

Parents

Develop supportive relationships with parents and caregivers.

Equip parents to be primary disciple-makers through resources and training.

Maintain open lines of communication with parents and seek regular feedback.

Facilitate forums or groups to encourage and equip parents of teens.

Leaders

Provide leadership and development to student ministry staff and volunteers.

Implement a robust recruitment, training, and retention plan for volunteers.

Ensure adherence to church safety policies and student protection protocols.

Encourage and create community among leaders through team-building and appreciation efforts.

Provide ongoing equipping through training events, resources, and mentorship.

Outreach & Missions

Encourage students to engage their schools and communities with the gospel.

Develop a missions strategy that progresses students from exposure to leadership in missions.

Lead students in local, national, and international mission opportunities.

Plan and execute outreach events that engage new students and families.

Partner with schools, local organizations, and outreach ministries in Mt. Juliet/Wilson County.

Organizational

Lead, coordinate, and evaluate all student ministry activities and programs.

Research and recommend relevant curriculum and teaching tools.

Develop systems for evaluating success based on attendance, engagement, and spiritual growth.

Partner with church leaders to ensure ministry alignment with the overall vision.

Execute intentional annual programming: camps, retreats, mission trips, outreach, and spiritual formation events.

Coordinate student chapels for MJCA.

Participate in staff outreach efforts, including visitation and new member engagement.

Maintain and evaluate ministry structure, policies, space, and equipment needs.

Prepare and manage the student ministry budget.

Perform bi-annual performance reviews in coordination with the Senior Pastor.

Attend at least one ministry conference and one mission event annually.

Oversee the small group curriculum scope and sequence.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ with a demonstrated life of integrity and spiritual maturity.

Be an active member of First Mt. Juliet, faithfully attending, serving, and giving.

Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills; be able to multitask while maintaining a positive outlook.

Maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information.

Successfully complete background checks and all child safety training.

Theological education and student ministry experience.

Maintain consistent on-campus presence: Monday – Thursday (8 AM–4 PM), Wednesday evenings (5–8:00 PM), and Sundays (7 AM–12:30 PM).

Participate in weekly staff meetings unless excused.

To apply, please fill out the fields below and attach your resume. Your completed application will be reviewed in a timely manner.

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