Youth/Connection Pastor - Newlife Church

Youth/Connection Pastor  -  Newlife Church

 

Newlife Church in Longview, Washington, is a faith community dedicated to guiding individuals in one's spiritual journey. Newlife Church emphasizes the authority of the Bible as the foundation for faith and life, rejecting guidance from opinions, cultural trends, or worldly value systems. Newlife Church upholds beliefs in the Holy Trinity, the divinity and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit, and the significance of practices such as water baptism and communion. Newlife Church also affirms the realities of heaven and hell, the necessity of salvation through faith in Jesus, and the anticipated second coming of Christ.

The vision of Newlife Church is to lead others into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. This vision is pursued by taking individuals on a journey of discovery, represented by three key concepts:

• Love God & Others: Developing strong, healthy relationships with God and others.
• Serve: Learning to walk out one's faith in community.
• Celebrate: Recognizing and honoring the positive steps in the life of others

Through Sunday gatherings and Wednesday meetings, Newlife Church provides opportunities for individuals to explore one's beliefs, engage in community, and take meaningful steps in the faith journey. Whether through in-person services or online platforms, Newlife Church invites all to join the faith family and experience the joy of spiritual growth.

 The goal is to hire a Youth / Connection Pastor with the vision and skillset to grow Newlife’s Youth Ministry and foster an environment of connectedness and care with the church families, as well as a vision for outreach within the Longview area.  This individual will also be responsible for connection with and the growth of the volunteer pool as described below.

This individual will agree with the basic tenants of the Christian Faith, including –

1. Personal relationship with Jesus Christ
2. Baptism as an act of Obedience and Public Declaration of one’s faith
3. The importance of tithing as an offering to God
4. Accountability within the church body
5. Mentorship, both of self and others

 Duties:

Preaching and Teaching:

Deliver sermons on a regular basis for the youth group and worship services, lead Bible studies/life groups, and develop leadership alongside the lead pastor.  One may, on occasion, be asked to deliver sermons to the congregation when asked.

Connections:

Develop vital connections within the local church, leading people into student, life group, discipleship ministries; connecting volunteers with ministry areas; connecting the local church with community ministry opportunities.

Ministry Leadership / Mentor:

Oversee specific ministry areas like youth ministry, small groups, volunteer and outreach programs, depending on church needs. 

Volunteer Development:

Recruit, train, and equip volunteers to effectively connect with and serve within the designated ministries. 

Church and Community Engagement:

Represent the church in community events, build relationships with local organizations, and develop outreach initiatives. 

Administrative Tasks:

Contribute to staff meetings, participate in church leadership discussions, and manage administrative duties related to assigned ministry areas. 

Minister alongside the Lead Pastor in achieving the mission and vision of Newlife Church in all the various ways needed to shepherd the local church.

Reporting Relationship: The Youth / Connection Pastor directly reports to the Lead Pastor; is accountable to the Senior Leadership Team and aligns their work with the church's overall vision and direction. 

Any other responsibilities as directed by the Senior Pastor

Minimum Qualifications –

• A strong personal faith, humility and commitment to Christian ministry
• Teachable, self-starter who is loyal and dedicated to the local body
• Leadership skills and experience in ministry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and creatively with other staff members and volunteers
• Passion for discipleship and spiritual growth within the congregation 
• Good computer and social media skills to coordinate, communicate and plan online

Please submit a resume and cover letter.