Youth Pastor

Wheaton Chinese Alliance Church (WCAC) is an evangelical and Christ-centered church located in the western suburbs of Chicago. Our church consists of about two hundred and fifty members from various cultural backgrounds and generations. We have separate worship services in Cantonese, English and Mandarin with more than twenty small groups and fellowships that meet regularly in the Wheaton and Naperville area. We have an English-speaking youth ministry that promotes spiritual growth and outreach among ages 11 through 18. A majority of our youth are Asian-American, primarily from East and South-East Asia, second-generation immigrants. Some youth come from families that are involved in our church, while others are from families that do not know Christ. The youth group meets weekly on Saturday evenings and for Sunday school, along with participating in other church activities. Wheaton Chinese Alliance Church (WCAC) is searching for a full-time youth pastor or minister to serve alongside the other pastors, and lay elders, to lead and guide our various language ministries in fulfilling our God-given vision and mission. The youth pastor/minister will shepherd our youth, including the following: Planning and executing a plan for discipling youth Preaching and teaching Recruiting, training, and leading a staff of volunteer youth counselors Developing the leadership skills of our youth Helping our youth solidify their personal relationship with the Lord so that they will continue walking with Him after high school Fostering a community where youth feel comfortable, valued, and encouraged Partnering with parents in supporting their youth’s spiritual growth Collaborating with Children’s Ministry to provide continuity in ministry Working closely with other pastoral staff and church leaders to serve the whole church and minister to the youth families Participate in church leadership meetings and planning activities Engaging with our denominational and regional network of pastors and churches. The qualities and qualifications for this position include the following: Believe the Bible to be God’s Word and affirm the C&MA Statement of Faith ( Be an ordained/consecrated Christian & Missionary Alliance (C&MA) minister, or be on the path to ordination/consecration Called by God to pastoral ministry with a passion for ministry to youth Meet the qualifications of a spiritual leader with experience in shepherding and discipling youth A record that reveals moral qualities and spiritual maturity Academic training, doctrinal stability, and understanding of church ministry Sensitivity and passion in building multicultural and multigenerational relationships Experience serving in student ministry in a North American church Flexibility to adapt to changing youth demographics and needs in our community Ability to develop and manage a ministry activities and budget Capacity to work in a team with other pastors and elders, to shepherd God’s church, prioritizing the good of the whole church. #J-18808-Ljbffr