Youth Ministry

Ministry Overview: To inspire and lead a team dedicated to anchoring the hearts of teenagers to the truth and leading them to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities:
• Serve and support the vision, mission and strategic plan of Corry Alliance Church.
• Attend Sunday morning worship services regularly and
• Report monthly to the Board of Elders and Administrative Board.
• Meet regularly with the pastoral staff for coaching and communication.
• Work with a well-established team of passionate adults to disciple youth in their walk with God in both large group and smaller relational environments.
• Work with the office staff on a daily basis with the ability to cover incoming calls or visits as needed.
• Coordinate weekly youth group meetings (Sunday School and Sunday PM Youth Group) during the school year and various activities during the summer.
• Encourage teens to participate in the larger ministry of the church through fellowship, worship and service opportunities.
• Communicate regularly with the parents of youth.
• Manage the Youth Budget.
• Coordinate youth fundraisers.
• Be involved with Edinboro Camp – attend and assist at Family Camp.
• Plan and create outreach and discipleship youth materials.
• Engage with the students of Corry Alliance Academy and Childcare Ministries.
• Preach four times a year in the Corry Alliance Church’s worship services.
• Establish regular office hours.
• Assist the Lead Pastor as needed.

Qualifications:
• Evidences a solid and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Bible College graduate (not necessarily from Alliance College).
• Must meet the qualifications for an elder listed in 1 Timothy 3:1-13, Titus 1:6-9 and 1 Peter 5:2-3
• Must be accredited and licensed with the C&MA.
• Shall work towards ordination with the Christian and Missionary Alliance, if not already obtained.
• Agrees to a background check by our search team during hiring process.
Abilities and Characteristics:
• Displays evidence of an intentional personal relationship with Christ.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills. Uses those skills to communicate effectively with youth and their families to build lasting redemptive relationships.
• Shows ability to teach and to facilitate group discussions.
• Maintains a high level of excellence and quality.
• Values a “team approach” to ministry and is loyal and teachable.
• Leadership: Leads with humility and team mentality as we lead and create disciples together (Ephesians 4:1-7)
• Heart of love: He must have a love for God, his family, God's people, the church, the lost and the ministry. He must be a pastor with a caring, shepherding spirit.
• Man of faith: He must realize that without wisdom from God it is not possible to do the work of the ministry or even live a fruitful Christian life. Must model a life of faith and prayer.
• Doctrinal Position: Willing to take a scriptural stance against worldly issues (i.e. LGBTQ, literal 7-day creation, abortion, etc.).
• Agrees to abstain from alcohol and / or substances that can lead to addiction.

Hours:
A minimum of 40 hours per week will be expected. The flexible nature of the ministry makes schedule adjustments possible as the need dictates.
Compensation: Salary, Housing Allowance and Medical Benefits all based on education and experience by the Elders.

To Apply: Qualified potential candidates may apply by submitting a letter of interest and personal resume to: David Nagel, District Superintendent (nageld@cmawpa.org)

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website

Please do not contact the church directly.