Aldersgate UMC & Vista Ridge UMC: Full-Time Founding Youth Area Director

Aldersgate UMC and Vista Ridge UMC are launching The Open Table Youth Collective —an innovative, collaborative ministry designed to transform how churches serve young people together. We're looking for a Founding Area Director to help lead this movement. This isn't a maintenance role. It's a chance to build a thriving ministry from the ground up that equips students, empowers volunteers, partners with families, and creates new ways for youth to experience the love of Christ—in churches and throughout the community. What You'll Do Inspire and lead vibrant youth ministry across two partner churches Build relationships with students, parents, schools, and community partners Create innovative programs, events, retreats, and outreach opportunities Develop young leaders and help shape the future of collaborative ministry We're Looking For Someone Who Is: Passionate about youth and families A relationship-builder and team leader Creative, entrepreneurial, and excited to start something new Organized, collaborative, and self-motivated Grounded in Christian faith and called to ministry Qualifications 3+ years of youth ministry or comparable leadership experience Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills United Methodist or collaborative ministry experience is a plus What We Offer Full-time position $70,000–$82,000 salary (based on experience) Paid vacation and continuing education Opportunity to help launch a ministry with regional impact ? Based in Carrollton & Lewisville, Texas Ready to help build the future of youth ministry? #J-18808-Ljbffr The North Texas Conference of The United Methodist Church