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YOUTH and FAMILY MINISTRY DESCRIPTIONS
© The Youth & Family Institute 2007
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This series of job descriptions is unique. They demonstrate how the relational ministry of The Youth & Family Institute can shape an entire congregation. They are based on interviews and observations of real people who are intentionally working from the 6-5-4-3 model for ministry. (6 circles of relationship, 5 principles, 4 keys and 3 outcomes) The descriptions are not meant to be prescriptive or exhaustive. You will apply, reshape, combine, delete, and adapt your ministry descriptions for your community, congregation and ministry.
Institute coaching will help you and your team shape the position, implement and increase the effectiveness of youth and family ministry. Coaching can take place at your site or via phone conversations. To explore this ministry: call the Institute at 1-877-239-2492.
These unique descriptions are based on the beliefs that…
- All team members desire to help people live a vibrant faith that is authentic, available and affirming.
- Youth and family ministry is not a stand alone or silo ministry. For success all team members must be in alignment with the desired outcomes, vision and mission.
- As the priesthood of all believers, congregational members and paid team positions are vocational ministry callings. We have used the term “Minister” in each job description intentionally, reflecting the value of every team member in relational faith development.
- A congregation wants to grow faith-nurturing ministry in home and congregation for all ages, from a deeper understanding of Youth and Family Ministry, based on a 6-5-4-3 model.
The Elements
- Position Title: We use the term “Minister” reflecting the faith nurturing aspect of all positions rather than secular terms such as “Director” or “Coordinator.”
- Mission: Your congregation’s mission statement.
- Position Vision: This statement describes the overall vision for each unique ministry description.
- Desired Outcomes: This is a list of the results. Often we measure programs and worship by attendance, rather than if the results in a vibrant faith, evidenced by the various behaviors and practices outlined in the Four Keys. We suggest that these desired outcomes be reviewed annually.
- Tasks and Innovations: These describe the unique areas of responsibility that help accomplish the desired outcomes. We have listed some samples. Some are more traditional tasks, while others may stretch your thinking and spark new ideas.
- Relationships: This is a team covenant describing how a team will relate to each other. The Youth & Family Institute created this particular covenant for our own team. We read this covenant in unison at every team meeting. We believe our practice of creating this together, and reading this relational covenant weekly has greatly shaped our ministry together.
- Qualities and Requirements: This will vary for every congregation reflecting their location, culture and ability to offer compensation. Many congregations discover the right person for the position will need further training and coaching. Helping someone grow into a ministry is in itself a worthy ministry of leadership development.
- Benefits and Wellness: This area will describe compensation ranges and benefits. It also describes a commitment to support this person’s ministry, spiritual and personal growth, and wellness.
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