Five Lakes Student Pastor
The Student Pastor serves the vision of Five Lakes Church by leading junior and senior high (6th-12th grade) student life, development, and pastoral care.
Key Objectives
• Engage in students’ lives (i.e. engaging in schools, attending sporting events, hosting events, etc.)
• Create fun, engaging, and attractional environments
• Connect students with the vision of 5LC, integrating them into the larger life of the congregation
• Develop a team committed to leading students to take their next steps in relationship with Christ (i.e.
salvation, baptism, participating in life groups, serving on teams, etc.)
Essential Responsibilities
1. Create Dynamic Student Ministry Environments
a. Design programming, strategies, and curriculum to accomplish the objectives of 5LC
b. Develop large-group meeting environments that connect students with God and the church
c. Develop message content aligned with topics and vision cast by the Senior Pastor
d. Organize and oversee all student events, conferences, retreats, and leadership opportunities
2. Recruit, Develop, and Lead Leaders
a. Build teams involving students and empower them as leaders
b. Provide ongoing student ministry training, preparing students to lead in every area of the church
c. Recruit, develop, and lead the adult team members within the student ministry
3. Maintain Clear Communication & Build Strong Partnerships
a. Leverage multiple communication platforms to connect and communicate w/ students & parents
b. Coordinate and track follow up with student guests
c. Intentionally build supportive and reciprocal relationships with other ministry areas
d. Build presence and engagement with schools within the community to reach unchurched
students and connect them with the Christ & the church
4. Pastoral Leadership
a. Be available to host services, speak in adult services, host guests, and serve at events
b. Relationally serve students’ pastoral care needs with the goal of helping each of them experience
personal growth, healing, restoration, deliverance, freedom, and the process of redemption
c. Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications
• Full-Time exempt position, 50+ hours/week availability and on-call as a pastor some weeks of the year
• Proven ability & desire build, equip, and empower teams, also developing leadership skills in others
• Proven record of effective pastoral involvement and leadership among adults and students
• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on student ministry experience in a thriving student ministry environment
• Possess a college degree or equivalent in experience and continuing education
• Must be computer-literate and willing to learn new programs as needed
• Must be energetic and able to stand or sit for lengths of time as needed, able to lift at least 50 lbs
Personal Qualifications
• Love and passion for God and people, especially students
• Devoted to the call of God, either a member of 5LC or willing to become one
• Transformational leader with a servant’s attitude, a team builder
• Strong work ethic; pursues excellence and is a good steward of time and money
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial.
• Committed and personally vested in the well-being and success of life groups at 5LC
Accountability Factors
• Vision, direction, coaching, and personal accountability will be to the Senior Pastor
• Budget and staffing accountability will be to the Executive Pastor
Interested?
Complete the application below and submit to our church office.
Five Lakes Kids Pastor
The Kids Pastor leads, inspires, equips, and empowers the Kids Ministry of Five Lakes Church (infant – 5th grade). This team member implements energetic programs and establishes effective organizational structures that create a foundation for kids to know Jesus Christ at a young age and to follow Him for their lifetimes.
Key Responsibilities
1. Recruit, equip, and inspire a dynamic team (both paid employees and unpaid team members) for energetic and effective ministry in teaching, hosting, and behind-the-scenes roles. Be a leader of leaders.
2. Design fun, energetic environments from check-in through pick-up at all weekly worship services: ensure that we teach the Bible, encourage faith, and emphasize commitment, community, and compassion.
3. Plan and lead outreach and spiritual growth opportunities for kids and families throughout the year (e.g. summer program, camp/retreat, child dedications).
4. Develop plans to accommodate childcare needs for significant church events throughout the year.
5. Create and maintain effective administrative systems aligned with the systems of the overall church (e.g. including team scheduling, attendance tracking, budget tracking, supply organization, etc.).
6. Consistently and effectively use the church’s communications tools to connect with team members, parents, and kids (e.g. social media, web, email, phone, etc.).
7. Ensure all necessary cleaning, safety, and security protocols are maintained in all kids environments.
8. Serve as called with the pastoral staff in providing care and spiritual leadership to the overall church.
9. Coordinate and connect regularly with Lionheart Academy kids, parents, and staff.
Key Qualifications
1. Devoted to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, grounded in Scripture and passionate about children, a member of Five Lakes Church or willing to become a member.
2. Gifted and experienced in leading and inspiring teams, particularly in volunteer environments.
3. Ability to effectively communicate with both small and large groups, in person and in writing.
4. Fast-paced, hard-working, high capacity, a problem solver more than a problem identifier.
5. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant experience.
6. At least three years’ experience leading in kids ministry at a church with average attendance of 500+ (experience in a multi-site church is a plus).
Key Accountability Factors
The Kids Pastor reports directly to the Senior Pastor, who provides coaching, vision, and overall direction. The Kids Pastor also reports to the Executive Pastor for secondary oversight related to planning, equipping, and execution of responsibilities.
Scope of Authority
1. All expenses within the annually-approved kids budget may be made at the sole discretion of the Kids Pastor (so long as they are aligned with Five Lakes Church policies).
2. Selecting curriculum and structuring the kids ministry for greatest effectiveness.
3. Providing leadership to any/all assigned staff members, equipping and empowering them for success.
Availability
This is a full-time position with all associated privileges, benefits, and responsibilities. The Kids Pastor will be available for all weekly services (expected to worship at one in the sanctuary), weekly meetings, planning and/or development retreats, and significant church events throughout the year.
Interested?
Complete the application below and submit to our church office.