Wesley Monumental UMC is a thriving, historic 1200-member United Methodist Church in beautiful downtown Savannah, GA. We are seeking a Director of Student Ministries to lead our ministry to Middle School (6-8 grade) and High School (9-12 grade) students. Our church is committed to discipleship as a lifelong process of building a relationship with Christ through Spiritual Formation, missional investment, and welcoming community. We are growing! Many young families enjoy WMUMC as a place where their children and youth become grounded in the virtues of faith, hope, and love. This is a full-time position. Salary is competitive and based on experience and education. Generous benefits are also provided. We invest in our staff members and support their growth through personal and vocational enrichment and educational opportunities. We expect our Director of Student Ministries to build Christ-centered relationships with our students and their families. Candidates must be willing to invest their lives and faith in students through Bible Study and worship experiences, fun and meaningful trips, and impactful national and local mission projects.
Qualifications
Commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and to the church Personal theology in line with the beliefs of Wesleyan theology and the practices of the United Methodist Church Sense of calling to ministry and specifically to ministry to Middle and High School students Leadership and administrative skills sufficient to organize events such as ski trip, mission trips, local mission projects, and fundraisers Bachelor's degree required; additional education, especially theological education in the Methodist/Wesleyan tradition is preferred 2-5 years experience in student ministry is preferred
Responsibilities
Direct and facilitate all church programming for students in grades 6-12 for the purpose of making and growing disciples of Jesus Christ Oversee weekly youth events such as Sunday school, Wednesday Night Bible Studies, and Sunday evening youth group Recruit and equip adult volunteers (such as Sunday School teachers, Bible Study leaders, trip chaperones, and other volunteers) and develop student leaders Plan and execute annual events such as ski retreat, mission trips, St. Patrick’s Day pancake breakfast, and other retreats and excursions Provide compassionate pastoral care to students and their families Create and maintain a welcoming environment for all students
To apply for the position of Director of Student Ministries at Wesley Monumental United Methodist Church, please send a resume and cover letter to Senior Pastor Rev. Ben Martin at ben@wesleymonumental.org. Wesley Monumental United Methodist Churc
Contact: Ben Martin
Address: 429 Abercorn Street Savannah GA 30401
Phone: 912-232-0191
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