Youth Minister
Position Summary:
The Youth Minister is a lay professional who oversees youth ministry at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church.
Reports To:
The Rector while also working closely with all other staff; the Children’s Committee; and the vestry.
Necessary Qualifications:
Desired Skills and Attributes:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work Schedule:
This is an hourly position. Sundays are a regular workday. This position does not qualify for overtime pay. St. Matthew’s offers a competitive salary package based on education and experience that includes benefits, paid vacation time, and a continuing education allowance.
The responsibilities listed above are representative of the job, may change from time to time, and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Applicants must undergo a background check and comply with the Safeguarding God’s Children training upon employment.
To Apply:
Please submit the following:
Direct your application materials to:
Kelly Kirby at kkirby@stmatthewsepiscopallouisville.org (preferred) or by clicking the APPLY button below
or by mail
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
The Rev. Kelly Kirby, Rector
330 N. Hubbards Ln.
Louisville, KY 40207
The Youth Minister is a lay professional who oversees youth ministry at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church.
Reports To:
The Rector while also working closely with all other staff; the Children’s Committee; and the vestry.
Necessary Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with additional coursework or a professional certificate in theology, counseling, spiritual direction, or similar work
- Knowledge of Episcopal ecclesiology, liturgy, and theology
- Previous work or volunteer experience in a church, non-profit, or educational setting
- Technological literacy; especially with social media
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Desired Skills and Attributes:
- People-oriented with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to engage people using all facets of digital and social media
- Solution-based team player
- Confidentiality and dependability
- Flexibility around change and new concepts
- Desire to serve God and others
- Excitement for the vision and mission of St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of St. Matthew’s youth programs.
- Oversee, train, and support lay ministry leaders for youth ministries.
- Provide pastoral care to families with youth, and lay ministry leaders.
- Oversee the acolyte program, youth outreach activities, youth group, and youth Sunday.
- Assist with the Christmas pageant.
Work Schedule:
This is an hourly position. Sundays are a regular workday. This position does not qualify for overtime pay. St. Matthew’s offers a competitive salary package based on education and experience that includes benefits, paid vacation time, and a continuing education allowance.
The responsibilities listed above are representative of the job, may change from time to time, and are not intended to be all-inclusive. Applicants must undergo a background check and comply with the Safeguarding God’s Children training upon employment.
To Apply:
Please submit the following:
- Cover Letter expressing why you would be a good fit for St. Matthew’s
- Current Resume
Direct your application materials to:
Kelly Kirby at kkirby@stmatthewsepiscopallouisville.org (preferred) or by clicking the APPLY button below
or by mail
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
The Rev. Kelly Kirby, Rector
330 N. Hubbards Ln.
Louisville, KY 40207
Sunday Nursery Caregiver
St. Matthew’s is always accepting applications for Sunday morning caregivers to provide nursery care for young children. Please complete the form below or contact Julie Mushkin, Ministry Coordinator for more information.