Youth & Children's Minister
Job Description: Youth & Children’s Minister
Church: New Brunswick Church of Christ
Date Modified or Updated: July 1, 2025
Reports to: First to the Senior Minister, then to the Chairman of the Elders
Status: This is a full-time position
Salary Range: $42,000 to $54,000
General: The Youth & Children’s Minister will be responsible for leading all programming and activities for children and youth from birth through young adult.
Responsibilities:
• In coordination with other church leaders, define a vision for New Brunswick’s youth ministry that contributes to the church’s overall vision. Develop a ministry plan to achieve that vision, working to keep the vision in front of people.
• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of New Brunswick’s children and youth ministry. This includes, but is not limited to:
• Children and Youth Programming during Sunday School
• Children and Youth Programming during the Worship Service – Kids Church
• Youth Programming on Sunday Evenings.
• Organize recruitment, training, and planning sessions for the youth leaders/workers.
• Provide leadership and serve as shepherd to the youth ministry volunteers.
• Approve all youth ministries programs, curriculum, and activities.
• Serve as pastor to the students in your care - praying, visiting, counseling, discipling.
• Plan and oversee special events related to students and families.
• Oversee and coordinate publicity for youth ministry activities.
• Develop a relationship with the children and youth by being active or present at their games and activities.
• Coordinate or lead the students in service within the community or lead them on a short-term missions experience.
Other General Expectations:
• Represent the interests of the youth in New Brunswick’s care at all decision-making meetings and sessions.
• Walk closely with Christ, living in a manner consistent with a pastoral calling (1 Timothy 3:1-7).
• Continue pursuing personal spiritual and professional growth through a yearly conference or retreat, and other opportunities as needed.
• Take a monthly Sabbath.
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