Join our team at HFCOG!
At HFCOG our vision is simple: to connect people in our community to an authentic relationship with Jesus. Everything we do flows from this calling—how we teach, how we serve, and how we care for one another.
Our values:
Biblical teaching- believing God’s Word is the foundation for truth, growth, and transformation.
Healthy relationships- fostering a culture of grace, accountability, and mutual support within our church family and beyond.
Authentic worship- we seek to honor God with sincerity, humility, and joy, creating space for people to encounter Him personally.
Compassionate service- responding to real needs with Christ-like love, generosity, and action.
Effective outreach- intentionally engaging our community and sharing the hope of Jesus in relevant, relational, and impactful ways.
We are looking for team members who are passionate about this vision, aligned with these values, and eager to serve God and others with excellence and humility. If this is you, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunities available to join our team at HFCOG!
Our values:
Biblical teaching- believing God’s Word is the foundation for truth, growth, and transformation.
Healthy relationships- fostering a culture of grace, accountability, and mutual support within our church family and beyond.
Authentic worship- we seek to honor God with sincerity, humility, and joy, creating space for people to encounter Him personally.
Compassionate service- responding to real needs with Christ-like love, generosity, and action.
Effective outreach- intentionally engaging our community and sharing the hope of Jesus in relevant, relational, and impactful ways.
We are looking for team members who are passionate about this vision, aligned with these values, and eager to serve God and others with excellence and humility. If this is you, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunities available to join our team at HFCOG!
Pastor of Student Ministries
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- A personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
- A lifestyle that reflects ongoing growth in Christ-likeness and the fruit of the Spirit.
- A genuine love for people and the ability to relate to individuals from different stages and walks of life.
- A heart and gifting for relating to and leading students, as well as partnering with their parents/guardians.
- Strategic in nature with the ability to envision, develop systems and processes, implement and drive projects and strategies through to completion.
- Self-motivated, self-directed, requiring minimal supervision.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
- An ability to lead ministry and leadership teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Spiritual Leadership & Discipleship
- Teach biblically sound, engaging messages relevant to youth culture. We use the Amazing Life/Orange curriculum.
- Develop and implement a discipleship pathway that encourages spiritual growth.
- Provide pastoral care, counseling, and prayer for students and families, and young adults.
Program Development
- Facilitate planning and leadership of weekly youth gatherings, small groups, and special events.
- Facilitate planning and leadership of young adult gatherings.
- Organize retreats, camps, mission trips, and outreach opportunities.
- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all students.
Volunteer Leadership
- Recruit, train, and shepherd ministry volunteers.
- Delegate responsibilities and foster a healthy team culture.
- Help ensure compliance with child safety policies and procedures.
Family & Church Engagement
- Partner with parents/guardians to support students’ spiritual formation.
- Collaborate with church staff and ministries to align vision and calendar.
- Communicate regularly through meetings, e-mail, and social media.
Administration & Operations
- Manage the student ministry budget and resources.
- Maintain accurate records, attendance, and follow-up processes.
- Use digital tools and social media appropriately to engage students.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be in full agreement with the essential doctrines of the Churches of God, General Conference.
- Must be in full agreement with the mission and vision of HFCOG.
- A degree in youth or related ministry is preferred.
- If not currently credentialed by Churches of God, General Conference, a candidate must successfully pass a theological exam conducted by the Eastern Regional Conference Churches of God Credentialing Committee.
- Minimum of 5 years serving in a local church is preferred.
- Must complete all required clearances and background checks as required by HFCOG and the state of Pennsylvania.