Minister of Children, Students, and Adult Discipleship

Company Description

Yates Baptist Church, with nearly 150 years of history, is a multigenerational congregation in Durham, North Carolina, with a dynamic mix of longtime members, young families, students, and newcomers to the area. We are committed to being a welcoming Christian community where faith is taken seriously, honest questions are welcome, and people are invited to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ in worship, fellowship, service, and love of neighbor.

At Yates, we value authentic relationships, thoughtful ministry, and a life together shaped by grace. We are seeking a minister who will help us nurture faith across generations and strengthen the discipleship life of the church.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site position in Durham, NC for a Minister of Children, Students, and Adult Discipleship. We are seeking someone to help lead children’s ministry, student ministry, and adult discipleship at Yates Baptist Church in ways that are thoughtful, relational, organized, and sustainable.

This minister will help children, students, and adults grow as disciples of Jesus Christ and will work with church staff, lay leaders, and families to build ministry that is faithful, well-coordinated, and responsive to the life of the congregation. The role includes planning and leading programming for children and students, supporting and communicating with families, recruiting and encouraging volunteers, assisting with adult discipleship and Sunday School life, helping foster senior adult engagement, and strengthening the church’s shared life in faith, fellowship, and service.

The Minister will also help guide special events, outreach opportunities, curriculum planning, and seasonal ministry activities, while working collaboratively with church leadership to support the ongoing spiritual formation of the congregation.

Qualifications

• Individual of proven Christian character
• Demonstrated ability to lead and nurture children, students, and adults in faith formation and discipleship
• Strong skills in planning, organization, administration, and volunteer coordination
• Ability to teach and communicate effectively with a wide range of ages and backgrounds
• Experience developing and supporting engaging ministry programs and outreach efforts
• Ability to work collaboratively with church staff, lay leaders, and families
• Commitment to fostering a welcoming and caring congregational environment
• Master’s degree with a focus on children’s and student ministries from an accredited seminary or divinity school preferred, or bachelor’s degree with at least three years of ministerial experience

Salary & Benefits

Salary up to $65,000, depending on education and experience.

To Apply

Read the complete description and learn more at:

https://yateschurch.org/administration/jobs/

Applicants may send a resume and cover letter to:

apply@yateschurch.org

Applications will be received until the position is filled.