Position: Youth & College/Young Adult Pastor

Hawaii Central Presbyterian Church, located in Honolulu, Hawaii, is looking for a full-time pastor for English speaking Youth Group and College/Young Adult Group.

 

Church description
Hawaii Central Presbyterian Church, located in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a growing church with many young families. Youth Group numbers around 25, and college/young adults is similar in size. The weekly meetings are vibrant.

 

Job Description
The Youth & College/Young Adult Ministry Pastor oversees the spiritual formation, leadership development, and community life of the Youth Group and “Koinonia” (College/Young Adults). This role provides pastoral care, equips leaders, and cultivates healthy, gospel-centered environments for growth.

 

1. Youth Ministry Sunday Youth Services (in English)

• Lead and preach at weekly Sunday Youth Services.
• Shepherd students through relational connection and spiritual guidance.
• Coordinate service flow as needed (worship, prayer, announcements).

Friday Night Youth Group

• Lead Friday Night Bible Studies.
• Prepare weekly Bible study materials.
• Guide student leaders as they prepare to lead small groups.
• Plan and attend quarterly “fun” activities for Friday night fellowships.
• Pray regularly for students and stay attentive to generational needs and challenges.

Pastoral Care & Community

• Connect with new students and help them acclimate (rides, introductions, relationships)
• Make intentional effort to get to know each student—school, interests, hobbies, struggles
• Check in on students who have not been attending for two or more consecutive weeks
• Provide counseling and pastoral support as needed (in-person or phone).
• Coordinate major events (yearly retreats, service opportunities, lock-ins).
• Participate in One Heart* youth gatherings (monthly collaboration with local Korean churches).

2. Youth Teacher Team Leadership Leader Care & Development

• Meet one-on-one with youth teachers to support their spiritual and personal well-being.
• Encourage spiritual disciplines among youth leaders.
• Equip teachers to disciple students effectively.

Team Coordination

• Hold bi-weekly team meetings for planning and alignment.
• Facilitate team community-building gatherings (twice/year).
• Lead planning for fellowship events and annual retreats/lock-ins.

3. College & Young Adult Ministry (called “Koinonia,” bilingual but mostly English)

      Teaching & Facilitation

• Lead Saturday Night gatherings (Bible study, book study, spiritual disciplines, fellowship).
• Balance teaching with facilitation, encouraging adult participation and discussion.
• Develop and empower emerging leaders within the group.

Pastoral Care & Community

• Connect with new college students and young adults.
• Check in on students who have not been attending for two or more consecutive weeks
• Provide counseling and pastoral support as needed.
• Coordinate yearly retreats and service opportunities.
• Pray consistently for the ministry and remain engaged with generational trends.
• Attend Furnace** Prayer & Worship (Monthly young adult prayer gathering of churches).

4. Church-Wide Responsibilities

• Attend weekly staff meetings (with Korean Ministry leadership).
• Collaborate regularly with the Pastor of English Ministry (Living Stones).
• Participate in monthly English Ministry leadership meetings.
• Serve as an active participant in broader church life.
• Be present and engaged in Sunday English Ministry worship (announcements, corporate prayer, etc.)

Qualifications

• Has the heart and ability to connect with young people
• Has an extensive experience working with young people in Korean-American church context
• Has a degree from accredited theological seminary
• Fluent in English
  
  

Send application materials to hawaiicpc@gmail.com
- cover letter
- resume/CV with photo - two references
- links to two sermons

For more information about the church...
- Hawaii Central Presbyterian Church (in Korean): hawaiicpc.org
- Living Stones English Ministry: livingstoneshcpc.com