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 (This includes occasional preaching on Sunday mornings when the Senior Minister is away.)
- 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
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