SUMMARY:

This is a one to two-year paid internship/residency with housing provided. A permanent, full-time position could be extended upon completion. The primary duties include administering Jr. and Sr. High Student Ministry as well as 3 to 5 hours of weekly tech responsibilities for the Sunday services. Tech software training is provided.  This is a 30 hour per week position.  

Expectations:

• Model a Christ-centered lifestyle inside and outside of ministry. 
• Establish positive and encouraging relationships with students by investing in their lives.
• Administrate and execute Wednesday evening youth ministry, providing fun activities and  

 a lesson.

• Develop and lead quarterly outreach events that give students a special opportunity to   

  invite friends to the youth ministry.

• Attend the youth Sunday school class and teach as needed.   
• Manage the student ministry budget.
• Recruit and develop volunteer leaders, empowering them to share in ministry responsibilities.
• Provide monthly communication to parents using all mediums available.
• Provide an annual hands-on opportunity for service to the community or a mission trip.

Qualifications:

• Profess faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. 
• Possess a heart for youth.
• Take initiative, be self-directed, able to lead a team with respect for all.
• Teach according to the Biblical doctrine of First Baptist Church (see attached).

Abilities and Skills:

• Effective communicator and organizer who can recruit and delegate.
• Knowledge of Youth Ministry and Christian Education concepts and methods.
• Willing to learn and receive additional training for church service tech and online streaming.

Experience:

Student or graduate of a school of ministry/Bible college.

Pay:

Up to $25,000 for 30 hours per week and housing.

Youth Ministry Budget:

Up to $5,000 annually. We also encourage one to two annual fundraisers for goal-oriented projects (mission trips, retreats, etc.)

If interested please contact:

Pastor Brad Martin

brad@fbcpekin.com

309-347-5965

700 S. Capitol St. Pekin, IL  65114