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CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILY (CYF) MINISTRY LEADER
Lutheran Church of Peace, Maplewood, MN
OVERVIEW
Position Purpose
The CYF Ministry Leader provides engaging and meaningful children, youth, and family opportunities in
education, activities to promote a growing relationship with Jesus Christ, and involvement with the faith
community. Long range responsibilities will include youth from birth through high school and their
families.
SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Relationship Driven
The successful candidate will have the ability to relate to youth; lead faith formation discussions; plan
and lead social activities; etc. For example:
 Leading Wednesday Evening Youth Programming during the academic year
 Planning Social Events (e.g. lock-ins, movie nights, etc.)
 Mentoring and engaging youth through participation in community and other
events
Vision
The successful candidate will have the ability to look beyond current programming for middle school and
high school youth, working towards a more complete model of youth and family ministry. For example:
 Working with various committees to develop/expand CYF vision
 Expanding to include youth of all ages (birth through high school), and
exploring new materials and programs and participating in faith formation
events for youth ages 0 to 18 and their families.
 Providing resources for families, working to equip parents to be faith leaders
in their home.
Administrative/Organizational
The successful candidate will have the ability to plan, recruit and logistically keep the program moving
along. For example:
 Coordinate efforts to recruit youth and adults to more fully participate in CYF
related events
 Plan and lead Youth Ministry Team Volunteers, working closely with the Youth
Ministry Team Committee.
 Work with the Education Committee, coordinating Sunday School curriculum
 Coordinate summer opportunities such as Vacation Bible School, Summer
Stretch, Mission Trips, etc.
 Communicate effectively with the church community about various CYF
activities through a variety of media.
 Attend council meetings as necessary
 Report to, and partner in ministry with, the pastor
 Support and partner with office staff, other program staff, and volunteers
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QUALIFICATIONS
A strong personal faith in God through Jesus Christ, demonstrated accordingly
Undergraduate College Degree
Ability and willingness to pass a background and drug test
Must successfully complete Youth Protection Training Program
Strong interpersonal skills with people of all ages
Strong organization and communication skills
Valid driver’s license
20 – 25 hours per week to start