Director of Youth and Family Ministries

DECATUR, AL
Posted Aug 31, 2026
Job Title
Director of Youth and Family Ministries
Name of church or organization
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Job Location
DECATUR, AL
Job Description
St. John’s Episcopal Church is seeking a dynamic, faithful, and visionary leader to serve as our Director of Youth and Family Ministries. This individual will shape and lead a vibrant, Christ-centered ministry for children, youth, and families – cultivating a community where young people are known, loved, and empowered to grow into their identity and calling in Jesus Christ.

This role is both pastoral and programmatic, focused on building meaningful relationships, developing leaders, and creating engaging formation opportunities that integrate young people fully into the worship, life, and leadership of the Church. The Director will also partner closely with parents, equipping them as the primary faith leaders in their homes.

The ideal candidate is collaborative, creative, organized, and deeply rooted in – or willing to learn about and lead in ways that are faithful to – the Episcopal tradition, with a passion for nurturing the spiritual lives of the next generation.

Type of Commitment
Full Time
Does this job pay?
Yes
Application Process
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to:
The Rev. Chase Ackerman, Rector
chase@stjohnsdecatur.org
Application Deadline
10/07/2026
Link to the job posting or application
Job posting
Website
https://www.stjohnsdecatur.org