Associate/ Youth Pastor Part Time

First Baptist Church of Elkton, Maryland is seeking a man called by God to serve in the capacity of “Associate/Youth Pastor.” First Baptist church is located in Cecil County Maryland. The church is just a few miles from the state line of Delaware and Pennsylvania. The University of Delaware is about 10 miles from the church. The church is a member of the Southern Baptist Convention and the Baptist Convention of Maryland/Delaware.

Qualifications of the Associate/Youth Pastor

• Be called by God and meet the qualifications listed in I Timothy 3:1-7 & Titus 1:7-9.
• Have a love and passion for God and Biblical wisdom with a desire to serve in the Kingdom of God.
• Have a love for students and all the family of God.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies or Youth Ministry. < preferred but not required>
• Have a working knowledge of Sunday School, Small Groups and Youth.
• Have experience with multiple forms of outreach. ‹preferred but not required>
• Able to preach. ‹preferred but not required>
• Have communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Gifted with organization.
• Leadership ability.

Requirements of the Associate/Youth Pastor

• Work with the Senior Pastor and leadership in organizing and executing God’s vision for His church.
• Attend and participate in all services.
• Overseeing, growing and coordinating the church’s youth ministry.
• Leading middle and high school students to encourage their spiritual growth.
• Partner with local schools and FCA for ministry.
• Attend Summer Camp with Youth.
• Develop positive relationships with students and their parents.
• Display a Christ-like approach and lifestyle, and praying regularly for young people in the church and community.
• Incorporating youth into various church ministries for His use.
• Disciple students who are interested in the knowledge of God and His Word.
• Work with leadership to develop the Church outreach and evangelism ministry.
• Uphold the core values and Constitution of FBC, agree with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

Comp based on experience and education; Bi-vocational position.