About Cypress Methodist Church
Located in the thriving community of Cypress, Texas, we are a vibrant, Christ-centered family dedicated to worshipping God in spirit and truth. As a member congregation of the Global Methodist Church, we are committed to the historic Christian faith, scriptural holiness, and the mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ who worship passionately, love extravagantly, and witness boldly.
We are seeking a relational, energetic, and spiritually mature leader to shepherd our next generation. We believe that youth and children are not just the church of tomorrow, but the church of today.
Position Overview
The Director of Youth & Children’s Ministries is a full-time leadership role responsible for the vision, oversight, and spiritual formation of children (Birth–5th Grade) and youth (6th–12th Grade).
This role requires a unique ability to "shift gears"—engaging with young children on their level while also mentoring teenagers through the complex years of adolescence. The ideal candidate is a builder who empowers volunteers, partners with parents, and engages the wider Cypress community through signature events.
Key Responsibilities
1. Youth Ministry (Grades 6–12)
- Weekly Programming: Plan and lead engaging weekly youth gatherings that include worship, biblical teaching, and small group discussion.
- Discipleship: Build authentic relationships with students, providing mentorship and spiritual guidance.
- Events & Retreats: Organize camps, retreats, mission trips, and service projects that encourage community and spiritual growth.
- Confirmation: Lead or assist the Senior Pastor in the Confirmation process, teaching students the fundamentals of the Christian faith and Methodist theology.
2. Children’s Ministry (Birth–5th Grade)
- Sunday Experience: Oversee Sunday School and Children’s Church operations, ensuring a safe, welcoming, and fun environment.
- Curriculum Management: Select and implement age-appropriate, biblically sound curriculum aligned with GMC theology.
- Seasonal Outreach: Direct major seasonal events such as Vacation Bible School (VBS) and Christmas programs.
- Nursery Oversight: Coordinate nursery staffing and scheduling to ensure quality care for our youngest attendees.
3. Leadership, Administration & Fundraising
- Volunteer Development: Recruit, train, vet (background checks), and encourage a team of lay volunteers to serve in all ministry areas.
- Parent Partnership: Actively communicate with parents, equipping them with resources to be the primary spiritual leaders in their homes.
- Safety Compliance: Strictly enforce the church’s "Safe Sanctuary/Ministry Safe" policies to ensure the physical and emotional safety of all minors.
- Budgeting: Manage the annual budget for both youth and children’s ministries.
- The Pumpkin Patch: Take primary leadership and organizational oversight of the Annual Pumpkin Patch. This includes volunteer coordination, logistics, and community engagement for this signature fundraising and outreach event.
- Fundraising Strategy: Plan and execute other fundraising initiatives as needed to support mission trips and ministry expansion.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Spiritual Maturity: A professing Christian with a vibrant personal walk with Jesus Christ and a commitment to a life of holiness.
- Theological Alignment: Full agreement with the doctrinal standards and social witness of the Global Methodist Church.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Ministry, Theology, Education, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience: Previous experience (volunteer or paid) leading children or youth ministry programming. Experience with event planning or fundraising is a plus.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; comfortable public speaking and using social media to connect with families.
- Organization: Ability to plan large-scale events (like the Pumpkin Patch), manage schedules, and coordinate volunteers effectively.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and education.
- Full-Time Benefits: Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Retirement Matching
- Supportive Community: A church family that loves its staff and a leadership team that values your input and growth.
- Location: The opportunity to serve in Cypress, TX—a rapidly growing, family-oriented community with excellent schools and amenities.
