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Graduate Resident Children’s Minister
Embry Hills UMC in Chamblee, GA, is looking for a Children’s Minister. The mission of Embry Hills UMC is to welcome all into a nurturing community of faith, to serve others, and to grow in Christ. Embry Hills seeks to partner with The Center for Youth Ministry Training to fill this position. Read about the residency below.
All communication about this position must be directed to The Center for Youth Ministry Training. See contact information at the bottom of this job description.
About the Residency:
Fulfill your call to youth or children’s ministry through the Graduate Residency in Youth Ministry at the Center for Youth Ministry Training (CYMT). The Graduate Resident Youth or Children’s Minister is a unique professional ministry opportunity that provides a job in a local ministry setting (church, camp, or nonprofit) while training and coaching you as you earn your Masters of Arts in Youth Ministry through CYMT’s partner seminary. CYMT partners with Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, TX, and has a Nashville Extension site. Acceptance to the program is competitive, as each region has limited cohort spots. The cost to the resident is only $2,000 for the 3-year program, with discounts for early application acceptance.
Graduate Residents (on the Placement Track) will receive:
- Full scholarship for tuition, books, and housing
- Masters's degree from an accredited seminary
- A job as a youth minister in a local church/nonprofit/camping ministry
- $1,000 per month stipend
- Veteran youth ministry coach
Core Components:
- Cohort: Residents are part of a dynamic, group-learning community that provides encouragement and support as they walk through ministry together.
- Coaching: Residents receive one-on-one coaching from a youth ministry veteran to help master and apply critical skills.
- Classroom: In retreat-style, four times per semester, residents will be challenged to think theologically about ministry and empowered to create ministry programs that evoke deep, life-changing Christian faith.
- Community of Faith: Residents get hands-on experience in a local church/camp/nonprofit where they serve 25 hours weekly as a youth minister.
- Care: Residents receive pastoral care and encouragement, empowering them to seek wholeness in their life.
Qualifications:
- Distinct call to youth or children’s ministry
- Ministry experience working with children or youth
- Undergraduate degree
General Overview of Job Duties:
- Oversee the children’s ministry program, providing strategic leadership to all weekly gatherings, monthly events, and regular trips.
- Recruit, train, and work with a volunteer Ministry Team to organize and implement the work of the ministry.
- Call on and meet regularly with children and parents to involve them in the ministry.
- Publicize all events to the larger community. Make a special effort to get children’s members and visitors involved in the ministry.
- Work closely with the staff on calendaring and planning events to avoid scheduling conflicts.
- Participate in the weekly Staff Meetings, Ministry Team Meetings, etc.
- Ensure that Child Protection policies are observed with all volunteers and staff. Train volunteers annually on Child Protection policies.
- Develop the children’s budget line items annually. Observe financial policies on expense reporting. Keep informed as to budget and fundraising accounts.
- Other duties as needed and agreed upon with the supervisor.
- Assist in worship as scheduled.
- Develop service and mission opportunities.
- Create fellowship events for children; retreats, off-campus events, parties, etc...
Theological Beliefs
CYMT partners with congregations and individuals representing the theological views and diversity of mainline Protestant Christianity. We partner with mainline Protestant denominations, including the United Methodist Church, Presbyterian (PCUSA), Cumberland Presbyterian, Lutheran (ELCA), Episcopal, Disciples of Christ, American Baptist, and Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. Our partner seminary in Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary.
Application Process:
Apply online at www.cymt.org
- Complete online application
- Pay a $50 application fee
- Provide:
Three references (professor, ministry, personal), transcripts, photo, proof of insurance, complete background check
Application deadlines:
Apply early and save money on the graduate residency fee.
January Term:
Early Admission Deadline 1: June 1
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Early Admission Deadline 2: August 1, Save $250
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Final Application Deadline: October 1
Fall Term
Early Admission Deadline 1: November 15
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Fall Term Early Admission Deadline 2: January 15
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Fall Term Final Deadline: March 15
Contact:
Center for Youth Ministry Training Office: 615.823.7595
Tiffany Malone, Recruiting Coordinator: tiffany @ cymt.org
The Center for Youth Ministry Training is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization to equip youth ministers and churches to develop theologically informed and practically effective youth ministries. Learn more at cymt.org.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Flexible spending account
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Experience:
- Hospice care: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location