Youth & Family / Worship Pastor Job Description
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $45,000–$50,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications)
Expected Hours: 40–45 hours per week
Reports To: Lead Preaching Pastor and Elders

Position Summary
We are seeking a passionate, spiritually mature, and servant-hearted Youth & Family/Worship Pastor to join our ministry team. This individual will provide leadership for our children's and youth ministries, lead congregational worship on Sunday mornings, and actively participate in the overall leadership and shepherding ministry of the church.
As a church serving rural Southern Indiana, we desire a pastor who values authentic relationships, biblical preaching and teaching, family discipleship, community engagement, and multigenerational ministry. The ideal candidate will be able to connect with children, students, parents, and adults while helping cultivate a culture of gospel-centered worship and discipleship.

This position is intended to begin with a two-year commitment, with the
opportunity for continued ministry beyond that term as the Lord leads both the church and the candidate to discern His direction.

Primary Responsibilities:

Youth & Family Ministry (Approximately 50%)
• Provide oversight and leadership for all children's and student ministries from nursery through high school.
• Recruit, train, and encourage volunteers serving in children's and youth ministries.
• Develop and implement a biblical discipleship strategy for children, students, and families.
• Teach regularly in youth ministry settings.
• Plan and oversee youth events, camps, retreats, mission opportunities in
conjunction with the deacon of missions, and outreach activities.
• Build relationships with students and families through regular presence at church functions, community events, and local schools when appropriate.
• Partner with parents in the spiritual development of their children by providing encouragement, resources, and support.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment for all children and students.

Worship Ministry (Approximately 30%)
• Plan and lead congregational worship for Sunday morning services.
• Coordinate worship teams, musicians, vocalists, and audio/visual volunteers.
• Select songs that align with the church's theology, preaching, and mission.
• Recruit and develop worship team members.
• Work closely with the Lead Preaching Pastor in service planning.
• Help foster meaningful, Christ-centered worship that engages multiple
generations.

Church Leadership & Pastoral Ministry (Approximately 20%)
• Serve as a member of the church leadership team.
• Participate in staff meetings, ministry planning, and church-wide initiatives.
• Assist with pastoral care, visitation, counseling, and discipleship as opportunities
arise.
• Support the overall mission and vision of the church.
• Be actively involved in the life of the congregation and local community.
• Perform other ministry responsibilities as assigned by church leadership.

Qualifications:

Spiritual Qualifications
• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and evidence of a growing walk with Him.
• Meets the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership outlined in 1Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
• Demonstrates a commitment to sound biblical doctrine and gospel-centered ministry.
• Agrees with and supports the church's statement of faith and ministry philosophy.

Ministry Qualifications
• Experience leading worship and working with children, students, and families.
• Ability to lead vocally and/or instrumentally in a congregational worship setting.
• Strong interpersonal and relational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and lead volunteers.
• Effective communication and teaching abilities.
• Formal ministry training is preferred but not required; equivalent ministry
experience will be considered.

Personal Characteristics:
• Relational and approachable.
• Self-motivated and organized.
• Flexible and adaptable in a small-church ministry environment.
• Team-oriented with a servant's heart.
• Passionate about discipleship and developing future leaders.
• Comfortable engaging with people across all age groups in a rural community setting.

Expectations:
• Maintain a consistent personal devotional life and spiritual growth.
• Become an active member of the church.
• Support and uphold the church's doctrinal beliefs and ministry philosophy.
• Maintain a lifestyle that reflects biblical character and integrity.
• Demonstrate a commitment to serving the congregation and surrounding
community.

About Our Community:
Our church serves a rural Southern Indiana community where relationships matter, families are highly valued, and the church plays an important role in community life.
We seek a pastor who is excited to invest deeply in people, build lasting
relationships, and help strengthen families through the truth of God's Word.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following to info@dalebiblechurch.org as well as jbarnett@pccommodores.org (an elder at DBC):
• A résumé
• A brief testimony of faith and call to ministry
• A philosophy of youth/family ministry and worship ministry
• Links to teaching and/or worship-leading samples (if available)
• References from ministry leaders or church members