Job Description Job Description
Emmanuel Baptist Church (Mora, MN) - Associate Pastor of Youth and Worship The Big Picture Emmanuel Baptist Church () is seeking a relational Associate Pastor of Youth and Worship to shepherd students in grades 7-12 toward spiritual maturity through individual, small-group, and large-group discipleship, and to lead the congregation in Christ-exalting worship through music. This is a full-time pastoral position requiring some evening and weekend responsibilities, working alongside the Senior Pastor to maintain a healthy, sustainable ministry schedule.
Emmanuel is a growing, Christ-centered congregation in East-Central Minnesota, joyfully committed to Reformed theology and the sufficiency of Scripture in all areas of life and ministry. Over the past eight years the church has seen steady financial and spiritual stability and growth, particularly among young families and teenagers, and is currently transitioning to a biblical elder-led structure.
Job Profile Youth Ministry (70%) - Form intentional relationships with students that encourage and facilitate spiritual growth
- Plan and lead weekly youth group gatherings and Sunday School classes
- Recruit, train, and disciple adult volunteers
- Develop and empower student leaders, providing meaningful opportunities for them to grow
- Coordinate and participate in mission trips, retreats, camps, and other youth ministry events
Worship Ministry (20%) - Plan weekly music sets appropriate for worship and aligned with the church's theology and ministry philosophy
- Lead the worship team and congregation in exalting Jesus through music each week
- Develop and maintain a balanced worship repertoire while thoughtfully introducing new music
- Empower worship team members with opportunities for leadership and service, identifying and developing new talent
- Oversee the audio/visual ministry, equipping volunteers and ensuring the church has the technology and support needed for worship services
Additional Pastoral Responsibilities (10%) - Participate in staff meetings, ministry planning, and other administrative responsibilities
- Serve alongside the Senior Pastor and Council of Elders in the broader shepherding ministry of the church
- Preach and teach on an occasional basis, as opportunities arise
- Participate in weddings, funerals, church-wide events, and other pastoral ministry opportunities
Qualifications - Demonstrate the character and spiritual maturity necessary for pastoral ministry, growing toward the qualifications for eldership in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9
- Demonstrate a passion for discipling students and engaging younger generations to grow in their love for God
- Possess vocal and/or instrumental ability suitable for musical leadership
- A college degree in a related field or theological training is preferred but not required; relevant ministry experience and demonstrated competency will also be considered
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, volunteers, and the congregation
- Affirm and support Emmanuel Baptist Church's Affirmation of Faith and Covenant
Compensation & Benefits - Total package: $48,688-$63,688/year
- $40,000-$55,000 base salary plus housing
- $5,000/year retirement
- $800/year life insurance
- $888/year medical/dental insurance
- $1,000/year business expenses
- $1,000/year continuing education expenses
About the Area Mora is the county seat of Kanabec County in East-Central Minnesota, a welcoming town of just under 4,000 known for its Swedish heritage and community events like the Vasaloppet USA cross-country ski race. It's about 70 miles north of Minneapolis and 50 miles east of St. Cloud, offering small-town charm with easy access to regional hubs. Emmanuel has enjoyed steady financial and spiritual stability over the past eight years, with an average of seven baptisms annually and growth particularly among young families and teenagers.
The Process Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:
- Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Associate Pastor of Youth and Worship at Emmanuel Baptist Church?
- Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Associate Pastor of Youth and Worship of Emmanuel Baptist Church?
- In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the statement of faith of Emmanuel Baptist Church?
Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to
