Youth Pastor - New Life Christian Fellowship

 

 

Youth Pastor - New Life Christian Fellowship

Position Title: Part-Time Youth Pastor

Reports To: Current Youth Pastor

Location: New Life Christian Fellowship, Fortville, Indiana

Weekly Hours: 20-30 hours/week

Compensation: $30,000 annually (Part-Time)

Future Compensation: $40,000 annually benefits (Full-Time upon transition)

Position Overview

New Life is seeking a passionate and relational Part-Time Youth Pastor to join the team. This role is ideal for someone who is excited to grow in ministry leadership while serving under the mentorship of the current Youth Pastor. This individual will play a vital role in leading and discipling the youth (grades 6-12) while preparing to assume full leadership of the youth ministry when the current Youth Pastor transitions to the Lead Pastor role. This position will begin as part-time (20-30 hours/week) with an annual salary of $30,000. Upon the transition to a full-time position, the salary will increase to $40,000 annually plus benefits.

Key Responsibilities

Assist the current Youth Pastor in planning, organizing, and leading weekly youth group gatherings (average attendance: 20-30 students).

Build and maintain meaningful relationships with youth, parents, and volunteers.

Assist with teaching and discipling students through biblically grounded and relevant messages and small groups.

Plan and facilitate youth events, retreats, and mission opportunities.

Help foster a welcoming and Christ-centered environment that encourages spiritual growth.

Be active in the schools the church serves by engaging with programs such as FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes), Campus Life, and attending lunches to connect with students.

Collaborate with the current Youth Pastor on long-term ministry goals and strategies.

Participate in church-wide initiatives, events, and Sunday services as needed.

Shadow the current Youth Pastor to gain insight into the leadership and operational responsibilities of a youth ministry.

Additional Responsibilities

Assist in managing the church’s social media platforms, creating engaging and consistent content to connect with students, families, and the broader church community.

Oversee updates to the church website, ensuring it remains current, relevant, and user-friendly.

If musically gifted, assist with worship leadership or facilitation (additional compensation for this responsibility).

Assist with the young adult ministry, helping to connect and disciple young adults in the faith journey.

Future Transition

This role is designed as a developmental position that will grow into a full-time Youth Pastor role

when the current Youth Pastor transitions to the Lead Pastor position. At that time, the position

will become full-time (40 hours/week) with an annual salary of $40,000 plus benefits.

About The Church

New Life is located in the growing community of Fortville, Indiana. With an average attendance

of 250 members, St. Paul Lutheran Church is a welcoming and family-focused church committed to proclaiming the gospel and equipping the next generation to follow Jesus. The youth ministry averages 20-30 students weekly and plays an essential role in the life of the church.

How To Apply

If interested in this position, please submit a resume.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.