Hope Reformed Church - South HaveN

POSTED 4/21/25

DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES
JOB POSTING

Hope Church in South Haven is looking for a Director of Youth Ministries. We seek a person with enthusiasm, energy, a love of people and a love for Christ. Duties would include the administration of our weekly youth programs, creation of spiritual growth and evangelism opportunities for students and staff, and the formation of strong relationships. Hope Church looks to minister not only to their present congregation, but also to the community of South Haven and beyond.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:
-- Gives testimony to their love for the Lord, personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and call to youth ministry.
-- Ability to connect with and care for the youth of our church and community.
-- Walks in Christian integrity, lives in the Holy Word, and is devoted to prayer.
-- Desires to foster collaboration and open communication with youth, their families, church leadership, staff and the congregation.
-- Emotionally healthy person graced with confidence, humility and wisdom.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. TEACHING AND MODELING
-- Plans and delivers engaging, life-transforming youth ministry activities in partnership with program volunteers.
-- Ensures that guidance and teaching are biblical and relevant.
-- Works closely with the Director of Children’s Ministries to make available regular learning opportunities for children and youth to grow in their knowledge of the Word and to deepen their faith.

2. LEADERSHIP
-- Trains volunteers to effectively guide students in their knowledge of the Word and their personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

3. OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
-- Actively participates in the life and events of our youth.
-- Cooperates with local churches, missions and faith-based organizations to share Christ’s love and light.
-- Leads youth in local, regional and global outreach.
-- Represents Hope Church in the community .

QUALIFICATIONS
-- Previous involvement in Youth Ministry required.
-- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited institution required.
-- Coursework in job-related areas, such as child development, education, psychology, sociology, and/or ministry preferred.
-- Advanced theological training from an accredited institution preferred.
-- Ordained or ordainable by the Alliance of Reformed Churches preferred.
-- Demonstrates a working knowledge of the Bible, Hope Church’s Statement of Faith, and the creeds and confessions of the Alliance of Reformed Churches.

ACCOUNTABILITY
-- Accountable to the Senior Pastor (supervisor), to Consistory through the Board of Elders, to the Personnel Committee, and to the Family Ministry Committee.

If this opportunity sparks your interest, please reach out for more information, or send us your resume with a brief cover letter. Materials and inquiries can be directed to:

Adam Verseput
269-214-2416
k96av01@gmail.com