Minister of Children and Youth

All Saints' United Methodist Church

Morrisville, North Carolina 27560

Part Time , On-Site

Job Title: Minister of Children and Youth

Overview of All Saints’ United Methodist Church

All Saints’ United Methodist Church (ASUMC) is an active, multi-generational congregation planted 18 years ago in the Brier Creek area of Raleigh/Durham. In order to be most effective in fulfilling our Mission of “gathering people into communion with Jesus Christ, one another and the world”, ASUMC is seeking a faith-filled, creative, flexible and energetic Minister of Children and Youth to oversee and nurture the deepening of discipleship among children, youth, and families within our congregation and community.

Qualifications:

• Possesses a vibrant and growing faith in Jesus Christ, with a desire to model this life of faith.
• Maintains a positive attitude and demonstrates excellent collaboration skills.
• Demonstrates leadership and experience in event planning and working with volunteers.
• Desires to become an active participant in the community of All Saints’ UMC.
• Exhibits passion for serving children, youth, and their families.
• Is organized and able to prioritize time and attention effectively.
• Has experience using social media as a tool for communication and outreach.

Details:

• Reports to Lead Pastor
• Part-time position
• Compensation to be determined based on experience, paid monthly

Responsibilities:

• Establish and lead a long-term vision for Children’s Ministry, Youth Ministry and Families by collaborating with staff to establish goals and objectives, and oversee budget accordingly.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate milestones for spiritual development.
• Recruit, train, and support volunteers.
• Prepare parents to be responsible for their children’s spiritual formation, in partnership with the congregation.
• Integrate children and youth into the life of the church through worship and missions opportunities.
• Develop and grow discipleship opportunities for children and youth, to include selecting, preparing, and evaluating curriculum as well as providing training for teachers, when needed.

Responsibilities specific to each ministry area:

Children’s Ministry - Nursery - 5th grade (45%)

• Organize and schedule child care workers to provide supervision to the nursery during worship and other meetings, as needed.
• Work with relevant committees to plan and implement programming for children and families. Plan and participate in children’s ministry events.
• Establish/continue a Children’s Church activity during worship to engage young children in meaningful opportunities to encounter God.

Youth Ministry - 6th - 12th grade (30%)

• Plan and lead youth group gatherings, as well as other youth events, mission trips, retreats, etc.
• Plan and lead confirmation classes, when needed.
• Identify pathways and offerings for college students to stay connected with the United Methodist Church in meaningful ways.

Preschool Ministry (10%)

• Support and collaborate with the preschool Leadership to conduct age-appropriate Preschool
• Chapel services once a week with students. Incorporate preschool ministry as a nurturing and welcoming environment at All Saints’.

Adult Discipleship Ministry (5%)

Support and/or lead a Life Group, study group or other discipleship ministry. Work in coordination with the Parents of Young Children Life Group to offer parallel children’s programming during their meetings.

Administration (10%)

• Support the above responsibilities through necessary administrative tasks.
• Be an integral part of the ASUMC staff and attend staff meetings.
• Work closely with the Lead Pastor to identify opportunities to strengthen greater connection with existing and new children, youth, and families.
• Other duties as assigned.

How to Apply:

Applicants should email resumes to the SPRC Chair at [email protected]

Organization: All Saints' United Methodist Church

Contact: Jeff Dooley

Phone: 9193212648

Closing Date: 02/01/2026