Leadership
- Model and promote Biblical values and principles, in a manner consistent with core principles of Independent Christian/Restoration Movement Churches
- Guide the youth ministry leaders and teams in promoting a ministry based on Biblical principles
- Communicate God’s Word with clarity, compassion, boldness, and passion
- Actively participate in elder and deacon meetings, providing input and counsel in matters relating to youth ministry and other aspects of the overall ministry efforts of the church
Evangelism
- Lead and equip God’s young people in becoming Disciples and Kingdom Workers who are intentional about sharing Christ’s love and His story with people as a habit of life
- Provide overall vision, direction and development for youth ministries through discipleship/small group and evangelistic outreach ministries
- Actively participate in school functions, direct student outreach on campus (Middle, High School) in the community, and missionary outreach activities
Ministry/Leadership Development
- Encourage and equip those committed to youth ministry to become more effective servants and shepherds/mentors to developing and growing Christ-followers
- Provide oversight of youth ministry team leaders, including youth ministry interns and part-time volunteer or paid youth director
- Integrate youth program with adult ministry program in coordination with Sr. Minister, children’s ministry coordinator and ministry team leaders
- Develop more inter-generational experiences for youth and adults
- Attend classes and workshops for professional growth
Pastoral Care
- Develop an effective member-minister pastoral care team among the youth and their families
- Build relationships with youth and parents where they are, i.e. sporting events, school/community projects, church events, concerts, conferences etc.
- Actively engage in outreach and relationship-building with students, staff, and faculty of community schools
- Actively participate in pastoral and evangelistic calls in cooperation/coordination with the Senior Minister, elders, and deacons
Administration and Staff Matters
- Work closely with, and under the day-to-day supervision of, the senior minister to develop a well-coordinated team approach to youth ministry within the overall framework of the congregation’s purpose and mission
- Effectively organize and provide general direction for the Youth ministry leaders, coordinators, and staff (interns, part-time ministry directors, etc.)
- Guide in developing policies and procedures that impact youth ministry
- Coordinate the use of facilities for youth events, activities and meetings with ministry staff and church office
Mark Eckerle