NextGen Pastor
First Baptist Church of Clarkson, Michigan
CORE RESPONSIBLITIES
* To be accountable directly to the Senior Pastor and working in close contact with the pastor
to carry out the duties listed and expectations youth philosophy of the Senior Pastor and
of FBC.
* To teach, guide and direct youth from elementary age through high school in God’s Word,
always encouraging them to know, love and serve Christ.
* To oversee all activities and programs of children and youth at FBCC
* To recruit and support parents and others in the work of the respective children and youth
ministries for ongoing volunteer ministry in the children’s ministry (Sunday School, AWANA,
Summer Bible Adventure for kids [VBS], Year-round youth programs)
* To work with the pastor in discipleship resource and curriculum choices for all children’s and
youth ministry at FBCC.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
* To reach out to unchurched children youth, and families in the community, engage them
with the gospel and involve them in the work of the church
* To participate in general pastor duties as needed (weddings, funerals, counseling, calling,
etc.)
* To participate in all staff and deacons’ meetings
* To help develop a budget for children’s and youth ministries
* To be ready to participate in all of the activities of FBCC (All services, conferences and
events)
* To attend any staff meetings or required conferences (weekly or otherwise)
REQUIREMENTS
Personal
* Godly Integrity: Demonstrates a clear testimony of salvation; a good testimony with others
* Growing: A teachable listener and learner
* Self-Motivated: Able to meet expectations without constant oversight.
* Relational: Seeks to consistently walk with God and is personally committed to spiritual
Disciplines in his own life.
* Relational: Demonstrates skill in connecting with people, especially, parents, children and
youth
* Loyal Team Member: Able to get along and support our pastor/church staff and support
the ministries of others.
* Patient: Able to consistently pursue long-term ministry vision while striving for excellence
Pastoral
* Bachelor’s Degree or greater. Preferably in Bible or church ministries
* Experience in local church children’s and Youth ministries
* Previous local church ministry experience in the area of children, youth and families
* Full agreement with the doctrinal, policies and mission statements of FBCC
* Exhibits shepherding and leadership skills – conflict resolution, keeping confidences,
decision-making, counseling
* Ability to communicate privately to others and has preaching and teaching aptness
* Ability to skillfully preach and teach in areas of children, youth and adult ministries
We are an independent church that has been around for 178 years! Although we’re grateful for our heritage, we are looking toward a future of transition and growth.
We are a small congregation made up all generations. We are a family-friendly church with a great church-family spirit. We like doing things together and have had some great all-church activities throughout the year.
We have of a traditional-style of worship (though we sing new songs as well) interested in moving toward more of a contemporary/blended style. For those applying for the position Music/worship skills are a plus for us but not necessary.
We’re rebuilding our youth ministry from the ground up. This is a long-term vision and we’re ready to go. If you’re interested in this kind of ministry, we’re interested in hearing from you.
Salary is commensurate with experience.