Mill
Woods United
Children,
Youth and Family Minister
Introduction
Mill Woods United is an affirming congregation that is
progressive in its theologies, is inter-generational and youth oriented. Our
desired candidate will facilitate and/or provide leadership for the development
of relational ministry with children and youth at
This position is for 13 hours per week (52 hours/month).
The Children, Youth and Family Minister will work with the Minister, the Children, Youth and Family Ministry Steering Team, and the Sunday School Volunteers
Accountable To: MWUC Council
General
· Provide a safe
environment where children and youth will feel welcome and spiritually
supported.
· Be a
spiritual mentor and offer pastoral care to children, youth and their families.
· Work in a
collegial leadership team with other staff including the Minister, Office
Administrator and Custodian, youth leaders, music resource people, committees
and volunteers.
· Capitalize on
the energy and gifts of people in the congregation
Responsibilities
1.
Sunday Morning Children and Youth Programming:
· Ensure the
purchase of appropriate curriculum resources
· Take the lead
in the recruitment, training, and support of leaders and teachers in
partnership with the Minister, Sunday School Coordinator
· Working with
the Sunday School Coordinator and/or team ensure Sunday School runs as smoothly
as possible (including maintaining current registration and attendance records,
following up on absences in case of pastoral concerns, purchasing and
maintaining appropriate supplies)
· Participate
in weekly Sunday worship services, including primary responsibility for the
children’s story.
· Take part in
planning, implementing and participating in intergenerational worship services
in collaboration with the Minister and others.
2.
Youth
Ministry:
· Facilitate
and/or provide leadership for the Junior (Grade 7-9) and Senior (Grade 10-12)
age groups.
· Work
collaboratively with youth to identify and develop programming which encourages
their spiritual growth and active participation in the life and mission of the
congregation.
· Promotion of
youth involvement in church music.
· Attend events,
with youth, when needed, including some weekend retreats (ie., conference youth
retreats).
· Liaise with
other congregations, Presbytery and Alberta Conference regarding programs and
services for youth.
3.
Family Ministry:
· Work
collaboratively with families to identify and develop programming which encourages
their spiritual growth and/or relates to family and parenting issues.
· Organize
intergenerational events that support the development of meaningful
relationships between children and youth and adults.
· Encourage the
active participation of families in the life and mission of the congregation.
· Provide
pastoral support for families with children & youth.
· In
collaboration with the minister, act as a resource to parents to assist them in
nurturing spirituality and faith at home.
· Act as a
resource to connect families with children and youth to appropriate community
resources/programs as needed.
4.
Administration:
· Maintain a
current database list of all children involved in the church.
· Maintain a
current database list of all youth involved in the church.
· Maintain a
current knowledge of community and church resources available for children,
youth and their families.
· Keep the
congregation informed of children and youth ministry activities through the
“Morning Messenger,” church newsletter, announcements from the pulpit, written reports to the Council and the Annual Report.
· The Children,
Youth and Family Minister is not expected to be
involved in Presbytery, Conference or General Council work or committees.
· Keep
knowledge and skills current through continuing education and contact with peer
groups (designated lay ministers’ group, etc.)
Salary
$16.00 – $20.00 per hour
depending on skills and experience
Application Deadline: July 31,
2010 Start Date: Mid to late August 2010
To Apply or For More Information contact:
Mill Woods United (Children, Youth and Family Minister Search Team)
780-463-2202 millwoods.united@telus.net
Mill Woods United is an inclusive community.
People of every age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ability,
or faith background are welcome.