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Date Posted Church/Organization Contact 01/13/10 Radford Baptist Church rich@radfordbaptist.com CONTACT INFO Radford Baptist Church 1293 Radford Church Road Moneta VA 24121 Rich Hart rich@radfordbaptist.com 540.297.5214 JOB TITLE Youth Sunday School Teacher SUMMARY OF JOB Teaching the Senior High Sunday School Class every Sunday Morning from 9:15-10:15 a.m.. Openness to review curriculum with you to reflect your teaching style and interest. Possible opportunity for further position if mutually agreed upon (i.e. summer or school year internship). PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES To prepare and teach lessons that stimulate the heart of the students toward the heart of God. To engage the students in such a manner that cultivates a desire to learn and study the Word of God. To facilitate the ministry of the students to one another in the class setting. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A heart for God and for ministry to youth A maturity displayed both spiritually and emotionally Effective communication skills 02/10/10 Spotswood Baptist Church pfoust@spotswood.org Spotswood Baptist Church has a long history of pushing back darkness in and around Fredericksburg, Virginia. We are prayerfully searching for a man who has a call and passion to be a Middle School Pastor working with students, their families and volunteers. Spotswood Baptist Church 4009 Lafayette Boulevard Fredericksburg, VA 22408 www.spotswood.org Spotswood currently has three Sunday Morning Worship Hours; 1 Traditional, 2 Contemporary – attendance 1800-2000; we also have four ABF hours – with an attendance of 1600-1700; the Middle School Bible Fellowship Attendance – 150. (Wednesday night Middle School Attendance – 75-90) No Sunday evening services – Got Life – evangelism outreach, Fall/Spring and SEAL Training (Small group discipleship, January-February, 6wks.) on Sunday evenings. A Brief Sketch: • Team Player – experience with multiple staff team preferred • Passion for Middle Schoolers and their families • Committed to equipping volunteer leadership and parents of students • High energy, creative, able to use technology in ministry • Male, single or married • Fluid, able to adapt to change • Seminary education or currently attending seminary 02/22/10 Osterville Baptist Church ypsearch@ostervillebaptist.org Job Description: Assistant Pastor of Student Ministries @ Osterville Baptist Church Osterville Baptist Church is a vibrant growing evangelical Conservative Baptist church on Cape Cod, MA. We have a congregation of approximately 350 and serve many communities within a 30 mile radius. OBC seeks an Assistant Pastor with a passion for student ministries. This candidate will possess an outgoing personality with the gifts of teaching, leadership and administration. The Youth Pastor should be an organized, creative individual focused on youth, as well as fostering their discipleship. Our goal is to advance an active evangelistic ministry in which students encounter the gospel of Jesus Christ, are called to come to Him in faith as their Savior and grow into committed disciples. This position will oversee the discipleship and outreach programs for Jr. & Sr. High age groups. This person will give direction and counsel to the Director of Christian Education and assist in the oversight of the Christian Education department. A degree in Bible/Theology, Youth Ministry, or a related field is required. A Masters of Divinity is preferred along with at least three years of youth ministries experience. Please send a cover letter & resume to: ypsearch@ostervillebaptist.org . Learn more about us by exploring our website at www.ostervillebaptist.org 03/22/10 First Baptist Church of Stephens City Pastor Mike Blitch; Mike.blitch@hotmail.com; 540-664-1541 SUMMARY OF JOB To provide spiritual guidance to the youth for a growing Southern Baptist church. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching Sunday School, meeting each Sunday evening for primary youth activities to include: discipleship, Christian living, missions related training for trips and activities, fund raising, and recreation. Accompany the youth on weekend trips and summer mission activities and/or camp. In addition, the youth leader will visit the homes and schools of the teens and work closely with the pastoral team in church related matters. Relationship building is a primary requirement for any successful youth leader. The church philosophy for the youth is: 1/3 Discipleship, 1/3 Mission Work, 1/3 Fun! EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 1. Four year degree or be in the process of degree completion. 2. Be called to work with youth vocationally. 3. Demonstrate some meaningful experience related to youth education within a church This is a part time or internship position available that pays $1000 per month and reimburses gas/mileage. 04/12/10 Southview United Methodist Church Nicholas Allen, Allen.Nichols@kellogg.com, office@southviewumc.org Southview United Methodist Church in Roanoke, VA has a full-time job opening for Director of Christian Education/Youth Leader. Salary Range: $21,000 - $28,000 depending on experience Please submit resumes to: Southview United Methodist Church Attn: SPRC Chair 3539 Peter’s Creek Road Roanoke, VA 24019 Director of Christian Education Job Description Position: Director of Christian Education, Southview United Methodist Church, Roanoke, VA Time: Part-time Purpose of the Position: The Director of Christian Education helps provide a positive learning environment in the church so that all can experience God’s love and grow closer and deeper in commitment to the Lord. The position shall be under the direction of the Senior Pastor and the SPRC. Qualifications:  Must have a strong belief in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and be loyal to the United Methodist Church.  Must have strong organizational and administrative skills as well as strong leadership skills.  Must relate well to others and possess good verbal and written communication skills.  Degree in Education, Christian Education or any experience in Church Education is preferred but not required. General Job Description: 1.Develop effective educational ministries within the church, which include but are not limited to:  Coordinate and assist the Sunday School Superintendent with organization of the Sunday School classes and the recruitment of teachers and substitute teachers.  Assess, recommend, and/or purchase curriculum for department teachers, volunteers and Sunday School Superintendent.  Work with teachers to ensure that curriculum and programs are effective in achieving the goals of the education program.  Plan and coordinate Vacation Bible School programs annually, including recruitment of leaders and volunteers.  Arrange for presentation of children’s message during traditional worship service.  Organize, provide and/or teach Bible Study and should coordinate with the Senior Pastor to ensure the study adheres to a Wesleyan tradition. 2.Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings, council meetings and other meetings as needed. 3.Shall adhere to the Southview United Methodist Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Procedures. Youth Leader Job Description Position: Youth Leader, Southview United Methodist Church, Roanoke, VA Time: Part-time Purpose of the Position: The Youth Leader will be responsible for helping the Middle and Senior High Youth (grades 7-12) of this congregation and the larger community grow in their commitment to Jesus Christ by building relationships, fostering a safe and supportive Christian environment and planning service and social activities. General Job Description:  Activities normally occur on Sunday, however activities such as retreats, spiritual experiences, service opportunities and mission trips may be planned on other days.  Organize, provide and/or teach a Bible Study for the youth. The Youth Leader should coordinate with the Senior Pastor to ensure the study adheres to a Wesleyan tradition.  The Youth Leader shall adhere to the Southview United Methodist Child Abuse Prevention Policy and Procedures. Duties: 1.Develop programs relevant to youths’ lives from Biblical, theological, liturgical and ethical sources. Trusted relationships would be developed with youth in the program. 2.As the Youth Leader, they shall work with the Youth Council of the church, which is comprised of adults and youth, to plan the activities for the youth of the church. The youth program occurs primarily on Sundays, as stated above, though also involves other trips, activities and retreats. Main programming occurs from Sept.-June, and minimal programming occurs during the summer months. Responsibilities include:  facilitating the group spirit through recreation activities outdoors and in the youth rooms;  developing programming having to do with practical applications of Christianity as well as personal, intellectual and fellowship growth;  arranging logistics for servant projects and retreats;  exercising trusted relationships with youth as a spiritual mentor.  the facilitating of parents to help with Sunday night meals and to work with youth; 3.Works to exercise the religious component of youth group in the lives of youth to deepen faith. For example, having youth lead prayers, songs and services, helping with regular church worship if planned, and connecting with wider church programs and issues. 4.The Youth Leader will work with the other staff in planning events and shall report to the Church Council these events. 04/15/10 Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center http://www.tuscarora.org/summerstaff.html Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center They are looking for : 2 guys 1 girl staff Pay: $250 wkly and r/m included Starting June 7 thru end of the summer YOU< US Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center is a Christian Conference Center located in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains along the Delaware River in Mt. Bethel, Pennsylvania (approximately 1-1/2 hours from New York City and Philadelphia). During the summer, Tuscarora hires a summer staff team consisting of high school students that help serve in various roles around the conference center. Summer Staff 2010 consists of two sessions (see above the traffic light for the dates). We need a team of staff dedicated to serving Christ and others to come join us in this adventure that is Tuscarora Summer Staff. Will you go? Benefits: A Summer Staff Position at Tuscarora provides students with: * The opportunity to put your faith into action through Christian service. * A life shaping experience that will encourage you to grow spiritually, build healthy and life-long relationships with other Christians, , adopt a strong work ethic, and adopt healthy habits. * Access to amply recreational facilities and activities including water-skiing, sand volleyball, basketball, tennis, swimming, softball, canoeing, soccer, hiking, and more!!! * A competitive weekly salary in addition to room and board. * The opportunity to apply for a $500 scholarship. * The possibility to attend some of Tuscarora's Summer Programs led by renowned speakers and pastors. * The chance to live and work in a beautiful natural setting on the Delaware River in eastern Pennsylvania. Requirements: * All Summer Staff applicants must: * Have a personal relationship with God through faith in Christ. * Have the desire to serve God and others. * Embrace a work hard, play hard mentality. * Be 14 years of age or older (14-year-olds may work one of the sessions; older students may work both) The Question: The question is SIMPLE and STRAIGHT FORWARD, but the way you answer it can CHANGE YOUR LIFE FOREVER. Our revamped Summer Staff Program aims to bring students closer to Christ and one another through a summer of HARD WORK, MEANINGFUL SPIRITUAL STUDIES, FUN ACTIVITIES, and COMMUNITY LIFE. In short, it’s a summer dedicated to serving others and growing in your relationship with God. A summer YOU WILL NEVER FORGET. You’ll live with your peers in dorm-style housing and be given a position in which you’ll serve 30-40 hrs a week. You’ll be led by college-aged counselors with a passion for Christ and for serving students, and you will take part in STAFF ACTIVITIES, BIBLE STUDIES, and WORSHIP together. Tuscarora is a place WHERE AMAZING THINGS HAPPEN. It’s a place where people ENCOUNTER CHRIST for the first time, where they commit their lives to Him, where they meet LIFELONG FRIENDS, and where LIVES ARE CHANGED forever. If you’re ready to MAKE YOUR SUMMER MEAN SOMETHING, if you’re ready to experience the POWER OF A SUMMER SPENT SEEKING GOD AND LIVING IN COMMUNITY...answer this: WILL YOU GO? EACH ONE SHOULD USE WHATEVER GIFT HE HAS RECEIVED TO SERVE OTHERS, FAITHFULLY ADMINISTERING GOD’S GRACE IN ITS VARIOUS FORMS. 1 PETER 4:10 The application can be found on the website provided. 04/22/10 United Baptist Church Rev. Kelly Lowe, kelowe@netzero.com, 704-923-7965 SUMMARY OF JOB Work with Students 6th thur 12th grade.Leading the students in a growing relationship with the Lord. This is a summer time position that is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn. You will be working with an experienced Youth pastor who loves students and understands youth ministry. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the Youth Ministry. We have Wednesday night service, Sunday School, and you will be doing Friday night Anchors (worship for teens and hangtime), Depending on experience, you will be doing ( or learning to do) the messages on Friday nights. If you are looking to become a Youth leader and want to learn, this is the place for you. Music abilities would be a plus. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A calling from the Lord, And a student at Liberty. 05/31/10 Proctors Chapel Baptist Church Contact: Gary Lancaster Location: Rocky Mount, NC www.proctorschapel.org 05/31/10 Life Community Church steve@lifecc.us Life Community Church is seeking a full-time Next Generation Pastor. LCC is an 8-year old church plant that has grown from 20 people to over 200. We are located in Northern Virginia, just 30 minutes south of Washington, DC. We are modern in our worship style and approach to ministry. Currently we have 2 individuals working part-time in the roles of youth pastor and children’s director. We are looking to combine those roles into one full-time position and hire our 3rd fulltime staff member. We have a student ministry with more than 40 active students in grades 6-12. We are seeking someone with a passion to build relationships with teenagers and see them become full-devoted followers of Jesus. Our children’s ministry is well-established and needs a leader with strong abilities in administration and recruitment. Here are a few more tidbits: • Bachelor’s Degree required • Ministry experience (paid or volunteer) • Salary range: $40-50K plus benefits • Church Website: www.lifecc.us • Send resume with recent photo to: Steve Markle, Lead Pastor (steve@lifecc.us). 05/31/10 Paul's Chapel United Church of Christ rlawson16@triad.rr.com I represent my church in Lexington, N. C., Paul's Chapel United Church of Christ. We are a member of the "faithful and welcoming" branch of the UCC. We are looking for a youth minister for our church with a possibility of sharing the responsibility with another church close by. We are a growing church in a wonderful location in N.C. We have been searching for a while for an energetic and God centered graduate with a magnetic personality that could work with all levels of our youth program. We have a wonderful minister who has his hands full with the normal day to day that goes with ministering a church. We have a junior youth, junior high youth, and senior high youth, as well as a young adult class. I am a youth leader for the senior high age group. There are four of us who work with them and 2 are in our 50's and working with these young people has kept me young at heart. I love the kids and I think the feeling is mutual. We would love to have a new energetic Christian youth minister to come in and take over and we would be glad to step back and support him or her in whatever capacity we are needed. I am hoping that LU can help answer our prayers. We are working on a web site, but it is not up and running yet at the church. You may contact me, Kathy Lawson, at rlawson16@triad.rr.com or call me at 336-731-2281. 06/01/10 Grace Community Church pbz@graceincranberry.org NATURE OF THE POSITION: This position exists to execute the mission of the church among the youth in the church and in the community; this through family, outreach, and discipleship ministries. This position will support by teaching and ministering in accordance with the mission and vision of the church, to families and students with teachings, curriculums, and environments that will help them Grow.Pursue.Serve. (Grow closer to God, Pursue relationships with others, Serve the world), ultimately helping to teach them to become fully devoted followers of Jesus. JOB DESCRIPTION / DUTIES: Strategically develop and lead the youth ministry programs/discipleship, as part of the overall Family Ministry focus. Build, lead, equip and release volunteer teams and manage volunteer staff Set realistic goals - What is the process to get there? - Develop a strategy - Execute that strategy - Prioritize tasks Lead a team of youth assistants and youth volunteers, utilizing their gifts so that the ministry is shared, enhanced and expanded Continue to build strong leaders and effective teams of workers in the youth ministry Proactively seek and build leaders according to their SHAPE Clearly communicate vision and strategy on a consistent basis Be informed and the resident expert of trends and culture as it relates to youth ministry, and to assist with lens our ministry looks through as part of overall family ministry Establish standards/measurements for activities and oversee evaluation against those standards/measurements to identify progress in achieving the vision Extend care for the youth by being able to realistically track even from initial visit through first year how they are connecting and growing in Christ-likeness with regard to Grow.Pursue.Serve. Manage risks associated with youth ministry Develop a long-range plan for youth ministries in collaboration with the Campus Pastor, Director for Kids, and Lead Pastor Teach and guide youth in establishing and maintaining a Christian lifestyle that honors the Word of God Develop healthy relationships with parents and guardians of all youth, providing resources for them to assist in their growth as Christian parents and to counsel with them when needed Coordinate youth-oriented retreats, activities/outings, summer camps, and mission trips - planning through overall family lens Authority: this position will sit on the Executive team and is considered a part of the pastoral staff. The Youth Pastor is in charge of the youth department, supervises other youth ministers, administrative assistant and interns. Work schedule: usually Tuesday through Friday with Monday being a day off. Services are Saturday at 6:00 p.m.; Sunday at 8:30, 10:00 & 11:30 a.m.; Staff Meetings are held each Tuesday and attendance is required. Other staff development meetings are scheduled throughout the year and attendance is required. Within reasonable limits, pastors have great flexibility in their schedule. Again, if micromanagement or accountability boundaries become an issue, this will not be a fit Dress: This church is a relaxed, casual place to work. A normal workday is casual. Jeans are allowed. The expectation from the pastor is that if the meeting, event, service, etc. requires a specific type of dress, the pastor has the ministerial experience to determine what is appropriate PHILOSOPHY OF MINISTRY: Humility and Grace; teachable spirit Grace-centered, Biblically-based/Culturally relevant, Out-of-the box creativity, Simple/sharp approach, Real/authentic REQUIRED EXPERIENCE/SKILLS: At least 3 years experience leading a youth ministry in a church of 1000+, and/or a youth ministry of 100-200 Experience in a multi-staff, multi-service environment Experience building, leading, and equipping staff and multiple volunteers Strong desire to reach the unchurched/dechurched He is married, and cultivating a strong marriage and team-approach to ministry with his wife An excellent role model to students and adults alike A desire to serve and live in the northeast Minimum Bachelors, and ministry degree is preferred but not required if the applicant’s ministry experience and life experience are sufficient A history of ongoing personal and professional development Candidate must fully agree with the doctrine, teaching, and mission, values, and culture statement of the church and Lead Pastor (details available in the interview process) A pastor with the willingness and ability to grow, reflecting the heart attitude of Jesus A pastor with a heart for teenagers, families, and most certainly youth ministry A pastor with integrity (the courage to meet the demands of reality), high moral values and a genuine call from God to this church family and position via a heart connection and not out of compliance to a “job” A highly effective leader who inspires others with vision, and models putting legs to that vision A leader who can balance strategic leadership with operational management A leader who can mobilize both youth and volunteers and lead them toward goals that are bigger than thought possible, and the honor and privilege of being part of something bigger than themselves A leader who can mentor, lead and develop young leaders A skilled communicator with effective oral and written communication skills Must have the ability to plan, budget, delegate, and meet deadlines on time Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to today's youth culture Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from youth, parents, staff or congregation The ability to work efficiently and effectively in team situations is critical, as well as the ability to work independently Must possess solid time management skills and organizational abilities The ability to coordinate several activities at once and to quickly analyze and resolve specific problems is important The ideal candidate should be creative, be high energy, hard working with a healthy and within reason “do whatever it takes” work ethic, and possess the ability to motivate others Contact: Bob Zonts, Campus Pastor (please specify from Liberty University reference) Email: pbz@graceincranberry.org Phone: 724.779.7997, extension 12 Website: www.graceincranberry.org 06/01/10 Grace Baptist Church - Knoxville, TN bthompson@gracebc.org SUMMARY OF JOB We are Grace Baptist Church in Knoxville Tennessee. We are currently seeking applicants for a Full-Time Associate Student Pastor position. They would be a part of a Student Ministry that reaches over 300 students each week via weekend services, mid-week worship and small groups. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES They would primarily be responsible to assist the Student Pastor and lead the Middle School (DRIVE) Ministry. They would help lead the GSM leadership team that would create and execute weekly worship services that includes videos, games, worship, and preaching. They would be responsible for helping create and execute all camps, retreats, mission trips, and activities. They would be responsible for developing relationships with students and small group leaders and assist in teaching the importance of discipleship. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS We are looking for candidates that have a calling on their life to minister to middle and high school students through the local church. Some ministry experience is required (volunteer, internship, part-time, full-time could be acceptable) A college degree or progression toward graduation is required. CONTACT Bobby Thompson E-MAIL bthompson@gracebc.org PHONE 865.691.8886 06/11/10 North Lanier Baptist Church, Cumming, GA Rev. Hutch Matteson, Lead Pastor: resumes@northlanier.org, 770-781-5433 STUDENT PASTOR POSITION SUMMARY The responsibility of the Student Pastor is to lead students into a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ. The Student Pastor is expected to create environments where students are encouraged and equipped to LOVE GOD COMPLETELY, LOVE OTHERS COMPASSIONATELY, AND THAT ALL MAY KNOW AND GROW IN CHRIST. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Plan and coordinate all areas of the Student Ministry including worship, teaching, programmed activities and retreats, relationship building, evangelism, and short-term mission trips Plan and participate in ministries of outreach Recruit and train volunteer staff and leaders in the Student Ministry Develop and administer the Student Ministry budget and Ministry Action Plan Support the entire church ministry and activities, including attendance at staff meetings and regular attendance at Sunday services Develop relationships with area school and officials EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A disciplined, self-motivated, organized person who possesses good communication skills, spiritual maturity, a strong understanding of the Bible, and is a team player who demonstrates Godly character, and can lead by example. Bachelor’s Degree (seminary degree preferred) 3-5 Year Professional Student Ministry Experience Demonstrated Organizational, Administrative, Financial and Interpersonal Skills A Christian with Visible Relationship with Jesus Christ 07/29/09 Berea Baptist Church lacy.reeder@chkd.org Desired Date of Hire: 9/1/2009 Primary Contact: Lacy L. Reeder, Jr. Phone: 757-668-7114 (office) 252-335-1087 (home) Position Title: Pastor of Children and Students This is a full time position. PRIMARY FUNCTION: • To build God’s Kingdom through Berea Baptist Church QUALIFICATIONS: • Meets the biblical qualifications of Pastor/Elder (I Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; I Peter 5:1-4) • Demonstrates spiritual and personal maturity/integrity • Strong burden to reach the lost, disciple the saved, and involve them in church ministries • Effective Bible teacher and communicator • Good people skills and pastoral manner • Strong devotional life and commitment to prayer • Agreement with BBC doctrinal beliefs, vision, and Constitution & Bylaws • Pastoral/Ministry experience preferred CHILDREN & STUDENT MINISTRY GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY: • Build an effective and comprehensive student ministry including the following areas: o Sunday School (includes casting vision and interaction with parents and lay-leaders) o Wednesday Night Worship/ Bible Study o Discipleship & Missions (includes GA’s, RA’s, Puppets, Acteens) • Develop a 2-3 year vision / plan for student ministries to penetrate the junior and senior high schools in Elizabeth City and Pasquotank County, creating an environment for biblically sound teaching, fellowship, prayer, accountability, and follow-up • Utilize the above 2-3 year vision / plan and coordinate with Children’s Council Director to develop an annual calendar of ministry based on the goals / objectives for the Children & Student Ministries • Serve As Chairperson of Student Council • Enlist, train, and supervise all Student Ministry leaders • Lead by example the Student Ministry to actively participate in evangelistic outreach and inreach activities • Teaching Strategies should include large group classes, conferences, small groups, retreat-type events, counseling, and one-on-one mentoring to students OTHER SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES (NOT SPECIFICALLY STUDENT MINISTRY RELATED): • Attend Church Council, Staff, Deacon, and Business Meetings • Participate in hospital and crisis ministries as needed • Provide pulpit supply as called upon • Lead Multi Media Team with BBC Website & Worship Services 08/04/10 Calvary Fellowship Baptist Church Pastor Doug Reeder - pastor@calvaryfellowshipbaptist.net Position: Assistant Pastor Location: Calvary Fellowship Baptist Church in Painesville, Ohio Contact: Pastor Doug Reeder Email: pastor@calvaryfellowshipbaptist.net Phone: (440) 354-8994 Seeking to fill position immediately. SUMMARY OF JOB: The primary focus of the job will be youth ministries (70%). The secondary focus will be Christian Education (20%). The final 10% fits into the category of 'other'. If you do not love young people, please do not apply. This is a full time position, salaried, with gas allowance, ministry expenses and health insurance. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES The primary responsibility will be running our youth department. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Minimum amount of experience will be excepted, on the job training is available. Would like a youth ministries degree. 08/23/10 First Baptist Church - Lowry, SC mshaffer@barronfuneralhome.com Position: Youth and Children's Minister Contact: Mike Shaffer Phone: 803-519-7383 Email: mshaffer@barronfuneralhome.com We have a good youth program but a challenging group of youth. Many of them have never expirenced a two parent family. They have great potential yet they are spiritually immature. They are loving and trusting. They need guidance. We just came back from a mission trip to Bear Branch, KY and took fifteen youth and nine adults. We are in an area that is "ripe for the harvest". 08/28/09 Liberty Church Planters Network 1-207-667-2448 or pastorallen50@gmail.com Youth Pastor needed in the area of Ellsworth, Maine to start and run a grassroots youth ministry. We are looking for someone who thinks outside the box and has a burden to reach the lost youth of our area. They will be expected to run a youth program and actively evangelize. 10/22/09 Reston Bible Church Pastor Bob Shull – bobshull@restonbible.org Position: Senior High Youth Associate (who will focus on the women in our ministry - teens, their moms, youth staff) Reston Bible Church is actively pursuing Gods leading for the position of Youth Associate in the Senior High Youth Ministry. RBC is a church located in northern Virginia that started as a Bible Study in 1974 and has now grown to a church of approximately 2,000. From the beginning, the church has had a commitment to the growth and development of its ministry to youth. We have been blessed with very gifted women in this role and are trusting God to lead us to His choice as we continue to move forward. This position involves working alongside of the Senior High Youth Pastor in doing the following: (a) developing the strategy of the youth ministry in shepherding our teens to maturity in their walk and witness, (b) shepherding the female teens, women staff, and mothers of our teens, (c) teaching and discerning how to best meet their needs, (d) administrating aspects of the youth ministry necessary to carry out the mission of the youth ministry. We are exploring two different models to fill this position. The first model would be for a 2 year intern model for those who are just out of school and who have a foundational amount of youth ministry experience that they want to build upon. The second model would be for someone who has a significant amount of training and experience within youth ministry and feels a long term calling to ministry with teenage girls. If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please email the following: (a) your detailed testimony of how you came to Christ (b) a description of your spiritual gifting and a personality analysis (DISC or Myers-Briggs) if you have one. (c) your work ministry resume (d) a brief description of your philosophy of ministry (e) a listing of doctrinal convictions that are significant to you (f) a statement of your view concerning a women’s role in ministry (g) a list of books, conferences, etc. that have shaped your view of youth ministry We will be praying for Gods leading with everyone who applies. We will be contacting back all candidates that we will be pursuing to the next stage of the interview process. May God richly bless your desire to serve Him and pour your life into the lives of others. Contact Information: Pastor Bob Shull – bobshull@restonbible.org Web address: www.restonbible.org 11/09/09 Centenary United Methodist Church Rev. Rick Ecklund, pastorrhe@aol.com, 434-846-4601 Part time youth leader to work with church youth on a weekly basis – currently Sunday afternoons, but we may change to Thursdays from 5 – 7 PM. We need a self-starter who is willing to work with pastor & other staff in ministry to our youth. We also have a program called JIFF for neighborhood children that meets on Thursdays & there is excellent opportunity for overlapping ministry. There is a chance that a small weekly salary can be arranged. To meet with the youth (United Methodist Youth or UMY) on a weekly basis during the school year. We’d like to have a balance between Christian development, Biblical knowledge and fun activities. We have a church van available for outside activities. We also hope that the ideal leader can attract more youth to the program and to the church. Religion or Biblical Studies are recommended, but not required. Ideally the youth leader would be a junior or senior in college, but underclass persons would be considered. Candidates can check out our webpage at www.centenary1806.com. 12/07/09 Calvary Church Dr. Bill Rudd drbrudd@msn.com or 231-865-1259 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY DIRECTOR. Calvary Church in Fruitport, MI (www.calvarymuskegon.com) is seeking a committed Christian who loves children and possesses outstanding gifts of leadership and communication to be a salaried part-time Director of Children’s Ministry. Familiarity with the 252 Basics curriculum is preferred. Calvary Church prioritizes worship in 3 services (Sunday & Saturday evening—about 1000 in attendance), participation in LIFEGroups, family ministries (children and teens), and local and global missional partnerships. Calvary is baptistic in doctrine and progressive in methodology. A full time combination position is possible. Applicants should contact Dr. Bill Rudd drbrudd@msn.com or 231-865-1259.