Jr. High Pastor
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Job Location:
Yorba Linda, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 60000 - 65000
Posted on:
6 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Campus: Yorba Linda
Church Size:6000Ministry Scope:6th 8th Grade Ministry
Compensation:$60000-$65000 Annually
Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt
Position Summary
The Junior High Director/Pastor is a relational leader and disciple-maker who builds and leads a thriving ministry for 6th8th grade students. This leader empowers volunteers equips parents and creates environments where students encounter Jesus build meaningful friendships and take steps to live out their faith. Partnering with the NextGen team the Junior High Director/Pastor helps shape a holistic discipleship strategy that inspires students to gather in worship grow in groups and go serve the world.
About Friends Church
Friends Church is a growing multi-generational community located in North Orange County California. We are committed to becoming a community of authentic Christ-followers compelled to change our world. We believe the next generation mattersand we are passionate about helping students and families know and follow Jesus.
What Youll Do
Lead with Vision and Strategy
- Partner with NextGen leadership to align junior high ministry with the mission of Friends Church.
- Provide direct leadership and support for all aspects of JHM programming camps spiritual formation and events.
- Build a culture where every student has a caring leader and a safe place to belong.
Champion Student Discipleship
- Oversee weekly junior high gatherings (weekend services Wednesday nights and small groups) ensuring excellence in teaching worship small groups and hospitality.
- Develop and implement a discipleship pathway that helps students grow in Christ and take ownership of their faith.
- Provide pastoral care to students and families especially in times of need while connecting them to additional resources as appropriate.
Develop and Empower Leaders
- Recruit train equip and shepherd volunteer leaders cultivating a strong leadership culture.
- Create leadership pathways for students and volunteers to step into greater responsibility.
- Provide regular training coaching and encouragement for leaders to thrive in ministry.
- Oversee develop and coach the Junior High Associate providing clear direction ongoing feedback and opportunities for growth. Ensure their work is aligned with the overall vision and goals of the Junior High Ministry.
Engage and Partner with Parents
- Build meaningful relationships with parents offering encouragement communication and support.
- Create opportunities and resources that help parents disciple their junior high students at home.
- Partner with the NextGen and Discipleship teams to connect parents into groups and broader church community.
Create Life-Changing Experiences
- Lead the planning and execution of camps and outreach opportunities.
- Provide safe fun and spiritually engaging experiences that help students connect deeply with God and one another.
- Champion service opportunities that help students live out their faith locally and globally.
Collaborate Church-Wide
- Work closely with NextGen Hospitality and discipleship teams to ensure alignment with the broader church vision.
- Participate in and contribute to church-wide events (Family FunFest Tree Lighting Baptism Celebrations etc.).
- Partner with Friends Christian Middle School to build bridges of influence with junior high students and families.
What Were Looking For
- A passionate follower of Jesus with a heart for junior high students and their families.
- A strategic leader who thrives in developing teams and building community.
- Strong communicator both on stage and in personal interactions.
- Organized creative and collaborative with the ability to execute both details and vision.
- Team-oriented humble and adaptable in a fast-paced ministry environment.
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in ministry education or related field required.
- 35 years of experience in student ministry (preferably junior high) in a mid- to large-sized church.
- Experience recruiting equipping and leading teams of volunteers.
Join Our Team
If youre called to invest in the next generation and want to be part of something bigger than yourself wed love to meet you. Come help us build a ministry where every kid is known loved and led to follow Jesusand every parent feels supported on their journey.
Apply today and help us build the church of tomorrow.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health dental vision life insurance retirement plan with employer match parental leave professional development allowance and generous PTO.
- Professional Growth: Opportunities for advancement within a multi-campus church environment conference attendance continuing education support and commissioning assistance through FSW.
- Dynamic Ministry Environment: Access to modern facilities technology and resources designed to create engaging experiences for kids.
- Collaborative Team: Work alongside passionate ministry partners and volunteers who share your heart for NextGen ministry.
- Pastoral Opportunities: When commissioned opportunities to perform weddings child dedications baptisms and funerals expanding your pastoral ministry experience.
- Ministry Impact: Lead a ministry with clear goals and metrics for success including Life Group participation rates and connection to broader church community.
Ready to Shape the Future
If youre ready to invest in the next generation of Christ-followers and help kids discover their calling to change the world we invite you to apply and join our mission.
Friends Church is committed to building diverse communities that reflect the kingdom of God. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our mission and values.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Growing Experience
- Mediation Experience
- Conflict Management
- Restoration
- Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Administrative Experience
- Auto Restoration
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Dancing
About Company
Current Opportunities We have openings in several key areas of ministry and support. Take a look at the positions below and see if there’s a fit for your skills, passion, and calling.
