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Qualifications for NHCCW Youth Minister or Youth Pastor Candidates:

1. Having a sure divine call to shepherding God’s flock (1 Pet. 5:1-4)

2. Living up to the standards for upright character and testimony for faith, as described in 1 Tim. 3:1-13

3. Having demonstrated ability in leading lay leaders’ team

4. Having the gifts of effective preaching and teaching

5. Ascribing to NHCCW’s theological position and church bylaws

6. Must have earned or be in the process of earning a seminary degree

7. Having some experience with Asian ministry, and particularly good relatability to youth with Asian heritage

8. Having experience and ability to serve in a multicultural environment

9. Fluency in English

NHCCW Youth Minister or Youth Pastor’s Job Description:

1. Facilitate development of youth ministry’s vision and mission.

2. Faithfully shepherd all the youth (1 Pet. 5:1-4) and oversee the youth ministry.

3. Having the ability to work collaboratively and harmoniously with other church leaders, fostering a spirit of unity, mutual respect, and cooperation (John 17:21-23).

4. Seek to integrate youth ministry into all phases of church life to create a culture that is intentionally intergenerational and multi-cultural, striving to unite with and complement other church ministries.

5. Recruit, coach/train, and shepherd youth leaders and adult co-workers so that they can coach/train others (2 Timothy 2:2).

6. Keep parents updated on ministry strategies and plans in a way that encourages partnership and involvement (Ephesians 6:1-3).

7. Having strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively, listen attentively and build positive relationships.