Ministry Associate, Young Adults

Village Church (Canada)

. Build meaningful relationships with young adults through regular 1:1 discipleship, shepherding, and pastoral care.

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeSurrey • CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$50,000 - CA$57,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong relational and communication skills to effectively engage young adults in ministry, while being organized and dependable in managing multiple initiatives. Capable of teaching the Gospel clearly and fostering a welcoming culture that encourages authentic relationships and community involvement.

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Relational SkillsGospel TeachingVolunteer LeadershipOrganizational SkillsYoung Adult Engagement

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Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsAuthentic Relationship BuildingDependability

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DiscipleshipPastoral CareCommunity GroupsMinistry CalendarYoung Adult MinistryVolunteer RecruitmentFaith DevelopmentVillage Church MembershipCultural EngagementUniversity Campus Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build meaningful relationships with young adults through regular 1:1 discipleship, shepherding, and pastoral care.
Plan and execute the Young Adults ministry calendar, including bi-monthly Young Adult gatherings and an annual retreat.
Preach and teach at a minimum of 75% of Young Adult gatherings, engaging young adults intellectually and spiritually with the Gospel.
Recruit, equip, and disciple volunteer leaders.
Develop and maintain Young Adult Community Groups and the YA Mentorship Network.
Help young adults connect into the broader life of Village Church through serving, giving, discipleship courses, Community Groups, baptism, and other ministry opportunities.
Build relationships and maintain a ministry presence on local university campuses, including Trinity Western University.
Partner with the Senior Youth team to create a strong transition from Youth Ministry into Young Adults.
Foster a welcoming culture where young adults can build authentic friendships and invite unchurched friends and skeptics into community.
Ensure ministry communication, registration, group information, and follow-up are organized and up to date.
Follow through on next steps with individuals, leaders, and ministry initiatives.
Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the Village Church Standard of Conduct.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Philosophically aligned with Village Church's mission, vision, and strategy.
Meets the character qualifications outlined in 1 Timothy and Titus.
A committed follower of Jesus who is actively growing in faith, prayer, community, and discipleship.
Experience serving in a local church; vocational ministry experience is an asset but not required.
Strong relational and communication skills, with the ability to connect authentically with young adults from a variety of backgrounds.
Able to teach and communicate the Gospel clearly and thoughtfully.
Demonstrated ability to recruit, develop, equip, and lead volunteers.
Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple ministry initiatives and timelines.
Understands young adult culture and can thoughtfully engage those who are skeptical, curious, or unfamiliar with the church.
Fulfills the duties and expectations of Village Church membership as outlined in the This is Village Church course.
40 hrs/week availability with occasional evenings and weekends.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation: 3 weeks
Extended Health & Dental
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