Associate Pastor (Children & Youth)–Trinity Presbyterian Church– Pensacola, FL
Primary Responsibilities:-To enhance our current programs and to create new opportunities for our children and youth to experience God and to become disciples of Christ-To provide a safe, welcoming, and affirming environment for our children, youth, their friends and the unchurched-To lead and coordinate the parent led Youth Ministry Team and the Children’s Ministry Team-To engage our congregation as volunteers, teachers, and mentors in all aspects of these ministries-To work with the Senior Pastor, Staff and Session to further the mission and ministry of Trinity Presbyterian Church-Assist the Pastor with worship, sacraments, and preaching as scheduledExpanded descriptions of Primary Responsibilities:-Evaluate current needs and structure of our program for Children and Youth-Work with current ministry teams to create a long-term vision of children and youth programs at Trinity-Build a relational ministry with our children, youth, and families-Recruit, train and assist volunteers, leaders, and mentors-Evaluate and recommend resources for curriculum choices for Sunday School, Children’s Church, and Youth Bible Studies-Communicate our vision for children and youth with the congregation and keep them informed of programming and opportunities to support our efforts-Be a visible and active presence in the congregation-Plan seasonal activities (Advent, Christmas, Lent, Easter)-Implement the safety policies of Trinity Presbyterian and ensure that all leaders, chaperones, teachers have been screened with a background check-Schedule and lead monthly meetings with the Children and Youth Ministry Teams-Attend and participate in regular Staff meetings-Assist in preparing an annual budget for Children and Youth Ministry Teams-Maintain open and active communication on a regular basis through a variety of platforms-Other duties and tasks may be assigned by the Senior Pastor and/or the SessionResponsibilities specific to the Children’s Ministry are:-Plan and coordinate activities such as (but not limited to): Sunday School, Children’s Church, Wednesday Night Supper activities, monthly fellowship, and service projects-Become familiar with the Godly Play curriculum and teaching methods-Support our Godly Play investment through promotion, resources, and training-Organize and lead Vacation Bible School-Outreach to Trinity Learning Center (TLC) staff and familiesResponsibilities specific to the Youth Ministry are:-Plan and coordinate activities such as (but not limited to): Sunday School, Sunday night youth fellowship, Wednesday Night Supper and bible studies, retreats, conferences, fundraisers, service projects and mission trips-Assist with annual Confirmation Class-Be available to chaperone retreats and/or mission trips-Coordinate special events such as Youth Sunday worship services
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