WHO WE ARE

Student Ministries Director

Waymaker.Church

1650 Hooper Road, Forest, VA

Overview

The focus of this position is to be the point leader and visionary for all of the student ministries from sixth to twelfth grade. The Student Ministries Director will directly oversee and lead the high school ministry. They will oversee all aspects of content and direction for all of the student ministries.

THE WAYMAKER.CHURCH STORY

Pastors Jon and Tammy Dupin were asked to become interim pastors at a small
country church right outside Lynchburg, VA, in 1999. This church was being held
together by four founding ladies, who wanted to see their grandkids and kids
come back to church. Pastors Jon and Tammy, along with the founding ladies,
decided to rename the church “Brentwood Church” as they started to reach out
to the next generation. It didn’t take them long to outgrow the small country
church building where they started. They started to move around to different
buildings to seek out a permanent location. In 2004, they were finally able to
open up their campus on English Tavern Road (ETR). God showed up and they
hit capacity in that building on their opening Sunday!
They knew they needed a new solution for more people to encounter Jesus, so
they opened up a new campus at Jefferson Forest High School in 2011. This was
a temporary solution for their growth. However, they were still turning people
away at their location on ETR. In 2015, they moved everyone to Jefferson Forest
High School. They started to pray for a permanent ministry space to fit their
needs. In 2018, Pastor Jon got a phone call from a farmer in the area who was
connected to the church. He asked Pastor Jon to come look at 40 acres of land.
They went and looked and immediately knew that this was where their new home
would be, less than a mile from Jefferson Forest High School!
This began a new chapter in their church’s history. They knew it was time for a
shift. They wanted their church name to carry their calling. They saw that God
was a way-maker and that He was calling them to be way-makers as well. They
wanted to overcome obstacles and build bridges to help people become what
God called them to be. On their 20th birthday in 2019, they changed their name
to Waymaker.Church. That is why their vision is to make a way for the new and
deeper with Jesus Christ.

VISION & MISSION

  • To make a way for the new and deeper with Jesus Christ

CORE VALUES

  • People are the point
  • Welcome is our way
  • Transformation is our expectation
  • Worship is our life
  • Generosity is our response
  • Multiplication is our mission
  • Faith is our fuel

JOB SUMMARY

The focus of this position is to be the point leader and visionary for all
of the student ministries from sixth to twelfth grade. The Student
Ministries Director will directly oversee and lead the high school
ministry. They will oversee all aspects of content and direction for all
of the student ministries.

PERSONAL PROFILE

  • Emotionally healthy
  • Spiritually mature
  • Relationally strong

CANDIDATE COMPENTENCIES

  • Hungry
  • Humble
  • Smart
  • High-character
  • High-capacity
  • Leader
  • Able to build a healthy culture
  • Able to develop leaders
  • Has a passion for the next generation and the family unit

ESSENTIAL DUTIES &
RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Carry out the vision of student ministries to build strong foundations for a new generation of Spirit led leaders
  • Oversee all content for all student ministry teachings
  • Direct, connect, communicate, coach, and resource the student leadership staff
  • Oversee and coach any interns/residents
  • Develop and oversee strategy for reaching new students for yearly growth
  • Develop and oversee student’s discipleship pathway
  • Oversee all student ministry operations
  • Oversee the execution of social media platforms and strategize how to use them as ministry outlets
  • Oversees student ministry budget
  • Oversee the execution of the middle school ministry through the delegation to that area
    director
  • Ensure that the content plan for the year is geared to help students with their new and deeper with Jesus and is in unity with Waymaker.Church’s beliefs
  • Ensure that the family ministry’s vision is followed in middle school environments
  • Occasionally teach in the middle school environment
  • Oversee and lead the execution of the high school ministry directly
  • Create and execute the sermon series for the high school ministry
  • Teach regularly and schedule any guest speakers
  • Ensure that the high school ministry programming is excellent and effective
  • Oversee any student-based leadership team/environment
  • Oversee small group leaders and other volunteers and regularly connect with the leadership team for connection and strategy
  • Interview any potential student ministry volunteers
  • Recruit new volunteers as needed
  • Create and maintain a healthy volunteer culture
  • Oversee and plan training for any volunteer positions or needs
  • Develop new strategies to connect with parents in person and digitally
  • Execute at least two parent meetings a year
  • Oversee vision and execution of student ministry events
  • Oversee team vision nights, leader training nights, camps, and retreats, etc

LYNCHBURG, VA

Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lynchburg, Virginia, is a
hidden gem that offers a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and
vibrant community life. Lynchburg exudes a warm and welcoming small-town
feel. Outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the countless opportunities for hiking,
biking, and exploring along the scenic James River and the stunning
Appalachian Trail. The region boasts excellent schools, a burgeoning arts
scene, and a calendar full of festivals and events that foster a strong sense of
community. Combine this with a lower cost of living and a range of housing
options, and Lynchburg becomes an ideal destination for those seeking a
balanced and fulfilling lifestyle. Whether you’re drawn by the allure of serene
mountain landscapes or the charm of a close-knit community, Lynchburg
promises a vibrant and enriching place to call home.