Job Description : Who We Are
The First Baptist Church of Vancouver is a multicultural, multiethnic, multigenerational, socioeconomically diverse congregation. We see this as a resounding demonstration of the gospel’s power to overcome human divisions. We are a community following Jesus with a heart for the city and beyond. We live by our values and our statement of faith. For more information, please visit and .
General Position Description
Working alongside a team of pastors, the Pastor of Preteens and Youth Ministries will focus on four major areas :
- Discipleship of preteens and youth (grades 5-).
- Development of lay leadership and volunteer teams.
- Partnership with parents and guardians.
- Outreach to our unchurched, neighbouring preteens and youth.
The Pastor of Preteens and Youth Ministries is expected to be an active member of FBC, a church of the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada (), and be involved in community life beyond ministry (e.g. corporate worship, small group communities, and community events).
This is a full-time position where you will work hours per week.
Primary Areas of Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Pastoral Team to develop ministry plans and strategies that are in line with the vision, mission, and values of the church.Provide pastoral leadership in encouraging preteens and youth to follow Jesus.Cultivate a dedicated team of Christ-centered lay leaders and volunteers who are committed to walking alongside preteens and youth to point them to Jesus.Equip parents and guardians as primary disciple-makers of preteens and youth.Collaborate with the Pastor of Children’s Ministries and Pastor of Discipleship and Community to develop a cohesive discipleship plan with significant transitions and milestones in mind.Collaborate with the Pastor of Street Ministries to develop ways for our preteens and youth to deepen their understanding of the church’s missional call.Develop new initiatives to reach our neighbouring, unchurched preteens and youth.Recommend systems, policies, and procedures that ensure the well-being of preteens, youth, and family.Strengthen partnerships with local preteens and youth ministries, local faith-based organizations, and community partners.Other Ministerial / Staff Responsibilities
Take an active role in worship servicesAttend staff meetings, retreats, and functions as required.All other duties as assigned by the Executive Pastor.Qualifications
Sincere, maturing faith in Christ.Pastoral call to preteens and youth ministries.Ability to relate personally and socially to preteens, youth and parents with cultural sensitivity and an awareness of the complexities of adolescent development and faith formation.Team-oriented mindset and collaborative work ethic.Cultural intelligence to lead in a multi-ethnic / international community.Ability to translate vision and strategy into action.M.Div. or equivalent, preferred.Minimum of 5 years of experience in emerging generation ministries, preferred.Requirements
Adhere to the ministerial policies, procedures and protocol of the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada.Be fully aligned with the church’s mission, vision, values, bylaws, and doctrinal positions.Model and promote the church’s core valuesProcess for Applying
Application Deadline
November , 4
Salary Range
The salary commensurate with experience ranges from approximately $k to $k per annum, in CAD.
