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First Presbyterian Church Houston - Young Adults Pastor

On-site
  • Houston, Texas, United States
NextGen

Job description


HISTORY AND CURRENT

Since its establishment in 1839, the First Presbyterian Church of Houston (FPC) has played a vital role in shaping the spiritual landscape of Houston and Texas.

Witnessing Houston's evolution from an early transportation hub (rail and shipping, later aviation) into one of the world's leading cities, FPC diligently dispatched church planters throughout the greater Houston area and across Texas. Rejecting complacency, the church's pastors and elders consistently prioritized spiritual growth, evangelism, discipleship, and missions, demonstrating a heartfelt commitment to serving the least fortunate in the local community.

While boasting a rich history and being recognized as a "legacy church" in the community, FPC exudes a laid-back and welcoming atmosphere. The genuine care among individuals is apparent, fostering swift connections in this community. The incoming Student Ministry Pastor/Director can look forward to substantial support and enthusiasm from the dedicated congregation, known for proudly highlighting the achievements of the youth program throughout its history.

First Presbyterian Church aims for worship to be a Spirit-led, transformative experience with God that resonates with its members and welcomes new worshippers. The goal is to impart teachings in practical ways, enabling the application of truth and fostering life transformation. The church is committed to offering growth opportunities for individuals of all ages and stages, achieved through diverse programs, small groups, mentoring, and special events.

The arrival of Senior Pastor Curtis Broznan in 2023 marks a thrilling new chapter for FPC. Anticipating further growth, the church plans to fill key staff positions in 2024, expecting that the infusion of new personalities and ideas will contribute to the already dynamic momentum. As more individuals and families explore the vibrant happenings at First Presbyterian, the excitement continues to build.





















YOUNG ADULTS CURRENT


The Young Adults Ministry is looking to be a siloed ministry of FPC. The leadership team strives to make these contextualized expressions of the mission, vision, values and culture of First Presbyterian Church. Students and young adults are invited and encouraged to be part of the church through worship service, relationships, mentoring and much more.


The current philosophy of ministry in this area is that young adults would feel seen, known, and loved by a community and most importantly by Jesus Christ. In a world where young adults are more isolated and lonely than ever before, FPC Young Adults works to creating a space where people belong and in their belonging they come to believe and love Jesus.

First Presbyterian Church has consistently looked to raise up young leadership. This has consistently taken place in and through the Young Adult population.

The Young Adults at FPC meet in a few different settings each week. This includes:




  • Sunday Morning Gathering (message and small groups) -- currently seeing anywhere from 15 to 30 weekly.
  • Wednesday Night Men's Group (grab a beverage, dig into the Bible & theological topics). This typically has 10-15 in attendance.
  • Wednesday Night Women's Study (diving deeper into relationships and God's Word). There are typically 8-10 women in attendance.
  • Monthly events





















    • Job requirements

    CHALLENGE & OPPORTUNITY

    "DO LIFE" MENTALITY

    A crucial aspect in Young Adult Ministry is the need for an individual deeply invested in relationships, prioritizing people over processes while maintaining a focus on organizational goals. Although establishing connections with every person in the ministry may be impractical, the aim is to have a leader with a innate ability to forge meaningful relationships and make individuals feel acknowledged.

    FPC leadership is actively seeking someone who comprehends a relational approach and embodies this life-on-life style of ministry. This approach enables them to replicate similar connections with volunteers, college age students and young professionals.

    AGE, STAGE AND POSSIBLE REFORMATION

    The current Young Adult Ministry has a solid core of young professionals in the 25 to 35 year old age-range. However, the ministry is to encompass those in the post-grad (roughly 18) to young professional (low 30's).

    The new leader should take the time to invest in relationships and then determine the best route forward, which could include creating different layers or segments within the Young Adult Ministry.

    VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP

    As First Presbyterian continues to expand, it becomes crucial for the incoming Pastor/Director to develop a scalable ministry structure capable of growing alongside the church. Although the ministry currently relies on a small, dedicated group of volunteers, it is imperative for this team to expand to meet the needs of Young Adults.









    POSITION DESCRIPTION

    OVERVIEW

    The Young Adult Pastor/Director will implement a comprehensive program of Christian life development for college, career, single, and married adults in our community. It is essential that this person be able to connect with young adults on a social and spiritual level, with the intent of coaching them toward Christ-like maturity.

    RELATIONSHIPS & CONTACTS

    Job Title: Pastor/Director of Young Adults Ministry

    Reports to: Senior Pastor

    Status: Full Time

    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS


  • Work with staff to develop and execute a strategy for ministry to the Young Adult Community, their unique characteristics, and the growth of this age group in Houston.
  • Develop and personally lead evangelism and outreach to the burgeoning Young Adult community in the neighborhood around the church.
  • Coordinate discipleship opportunities for Young Adults to grow in small groups and in community.
  • Work with the broader FPC staff to coordinate and promote service and mission projects for Young Adults within the church (helping with children and youth) and outside of the church (service in the Museum district, Montrose, Heights, etc.).
  • Provide pastoral support for Young Adults as they grow in their faith.
  • Identify and equip lay leaders to assist in the work of the ministry (specifically, small group leaders).
  • Maintain regular and effective communication with young adults and Young Adult leaders.
  • Integrate college-aged and young adults into the corporate identity and life of the FPC congregation.

    • QUALIFICATIONS


  • 4 year Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
  • Adherence to and alignment with ECO’s essential tenets
  • Knowledge of the Bible and Reformed theology
  • Experience in evangelism
  • Creativity and an entrepreneurial interest in developing new ways to reach out to the Young Adult Community in Houston.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to call on and attract Young Adults.
  • Good administrative skills, including an ability to plan, develop and carry out programs.
  • A strong interest in worship, teaching scripture, evangelism and service to the community.
  • Master’s degree in relatable field or willingness to consider a masters degree, focusing on discipleship, leadership, and/or teaching.

    • WORK ENVIRONMENT


  • Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation.
  • Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic).
  • Minimal overnight travel (up to 10%) by land and/or air.

    • COMPENTECIES


  • Professional Maturity
  • Responsibility
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Intelligence
  • Energetic
  • Organized
  • Computer Savvy
  • Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Collaboration and Partnership
  • Change Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Organization
  • Integrity and Respect
  • Judgment
  • Teamwork
  • Quality
  • Accountability















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