Youth Pastor/Director

Purpose: The Korean Church of the Nazarene is a multigenerational, multicultural Church that celebrates its bilingual identity. Our worship services alternate between Korean (first and third Sundays) and English (second and fourth Sundays). We are actively seeking a Next Gen. Youth Director to provide discipleship ministry to our youth group, guiding young people in their spiritual growth and development. This position requires attendance at Sunday services and Saturday youth group gatherings, as well as participation in and planning of youth events throughout the year.

Discipleship
1. Administrate & evaluate every aspect of the Discipleship Ministry in conjunction with KCON Next Gen Committee (Curriculum, supplies, resources, etc)
– Develop and implement an engaging curriculum for the youth group, providing weekly teaching during Sunday services that encourages spiritual growth and biblical understanding.
– Launch and lead Saturday youth group Bible study sessions, creating a consistent space for deeper scriptural exploration and fellowship.
– Collaborate with the children’s ministry team to assist in curriculum development, ensuring age-appropriate discipleship pathways from childhood through youth.
2. Facilitate weekly Sunday Youth Group Bible study to foster spiritual growth, biblical literacy, and meaningful discussion.
3. Promote Discipleship ministry within the church and work with volunteers

Pastoral
1. Assist the Lead Pastor in the Scope and Sequence of the church calendar, including worship planning and special events both within and outside the church walls.
2. Monitor the spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of youth and children in the ministry, and promptly inform the lead pastor and church staff of any concerns or situations requiring attention.
3. Provide pastoral care and support to students and families within the Next Gen ministry, including visits and consultations as coordinated with the Lead Pastor.
4. Maintain readiness to preach on Sundays when requested by the lead pastor, contingent upon obtaining a district license.
5. Other assigned duties as directed by the lead Pastor.

Administrative Responsibilities
1.Participate in all Next Gen team meetings and relevant cross departmental meetings to ensure alignment and coordination.
2.Collaborate with the Church office to ensure Next Gen information is accurately reflected in bulletins, announcements and digital communications.
3. Coordinate scheduling and communication for Next Gen events, activities and volunteer teams.

Participate
1.Expected to participate in all Youth Group and Children’s Group events throughout the tenure.
2.Encouraged to participate in KCON sanctioned events throughout the year and assist wherever the lead Pastor believes is necessary.

Culture
1. Maintains a favorable working relationship with all other Church leaders to foster and promote a cooperative environment conducive to maximize the effectiveness of the overall ministry of the Church.
2. Promotes the culture, vision, mission and core values of the Korean Church of the Nazarene
3. Build authentic relationships with students, meeting them where they are in life and faith.
4. Partner with parents and families to support spiritual formation at home.
5. Maintain a regular Pastoral presence at students’ schools, events, and milestones to foster connection.
6. Creatively engage in community outreach that will impact students outside of the church

Personal Qualifications

1. Have experienced a new birth in Christ and have experienced the event of entire sanctification.
2. Agree with the doctrinal statement of the church and be willing to abide by the Manual and guidelines of the Church of the Nazarene.
3. Be able to be flexible and teachable
Be able to communicate with all groups in the scope of their ministry

Training and Development

1. Attend conferences and conventions for personal and ministry enrichment as agreed upon with the Lead Pastor and based upon budget guidelines.
2. Meet with other associates to obtain ideas which might improve the quality of ministry.
3. Continue preparation towards ordination in the Church of the Nazarene as well as
educational opportunities as appropriate.