Director of Discipleship & Outreach

The Director of Discipleship & Outreach at St. John's Lutheran Church will be a ministry partner to the pastor and help strengthen the congregation's mission of sharing God's love through revitalization, community, and outreach . This position will focus on building meaningful relationships with young people and their families, coordinating faith formation opportunities, and expanding St. John's presence in the wider community. Primary responsibilities Youth, Children & Young Adult Ministry Build healthy, Christ-centered relationships with children, youth, and young adults, both within the congregation and the community. Establish, facilitate, support, and evaluate Youth Faith Formation programs in collaboration with the Pastor, Youth Committee, and Christian Education Committee. Lead the planning, implementation, and execution of children's, youth, and young adult programming throughout the church year. Engage youth in congregational ministries and equip them as leaders according to their gifts. Coordinate and support adult volunteers to work toward a shared vision for Youth Faith Formation. Develop a plan to connect with youth by attending their activities (games, concerts, competitions, etc.). Community & Outreach In partnership with the Pastor, develop and execute strategies for engagement with: 1) St. John's Preschool 2) St. John's Community Center (Softball field, pickleball courts, Sonshine Backpacks) 3) Mt. Pleasant-area schools 4) Ministries of the NC Synod Foster partnerships with local schools, community organizations, and synodical ministries to deepen St. John's outreach. Communicate with the congregation a clear vision for Community, Outreach, and Youth Faith Formation, highlighting opportunities for involvement and sharing stories of discipleship. Administrative Leadership Attend to administrative responsibilities, including but not limited to: 1) Staff meetings 2) Budget planning and oversight 3) Youth fundraisers 4) Monthly written report to Congregation Council Ensure all programming and resources are grounded in Lutheran theology and practice. Carry out other duties as assigned by the Pastor. Qualifications Commitment to the Christian faith and the mission of St. John's Lutheran Church (ELCA). Strong relational skills, with a passion for working with children, youth, young adults, and families. Ability to plan, organize, and lead programs collaboratively with staff and volunteers. Familiarity with Lutheran theology and tradition; experience in a Lutheran context preferred. Strong communication skills (written, verbal, and digital). Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as ministry requires. Hours3/4 Time (32 hours/week) with flexible schedule (some evenings/weekends), paid time off, and a small continuing education budget ($500-750/year), participation in Annual ELCA Extravaganza Youth Leader event, and various NC Synod trainings/gatherings.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$23.99 - $28.89 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Concord, NC 28025