High School Girls Discipleship Director (Full-Time) – Houston, TX

Even as a large church (4,000 members), Memorial Drive Presbyterian Church is known for its warmth, generosity, and dedication to the ministry of Jesus Christ. Jesus Christ. We are nestled in the heart of Memorial on the west side of Houston. Our mission statement is simple: Loving God. Proclaiming Christ. Living Generously. Engaging All. 

The person in this position will provide principle leadership and vision for the discipleship,
teaching, and leadership efforts for the high school ministry. This leader will build Christ centered relationships with students, parents, and volunteer youth leaders through the
following ministry areas:

Discipleship Ministry:
❖ Foster a culture in the high school community where discipleship and
transformation are prioritized;
❖ Plan, develop, and coordinate the high school small group Bible studies and
discipleship groups;
❖ Assist students in cultivating a lifestyle of personal discipleship and equipping
students with the tools to study the Bible and grow in their faith;
❖ Develop a relational ministry with students.
• Teaching Ministry:
❖ Plan and develop large group Sunday morning teaching ministry that is rooted
in the Bible;
❖ See to it that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is proclaimed to students with grace and
love;
❖ Foster a passion among students to share the good news of the Kingdom with
others.

Leadership Ministry:
❖ Provide vision and leadership in the high school ministry for parents and
volunteer leaders; serve as primary contact for the high school ministry.
❖ Integrate high school students into life and leadership of the church;
❖ Recruit, train, and supervise high school interns .
• Utilization of Volunteers:
❖ Recruit, train, support, and equip small group leaders and Sunday morning
teachers for high school ministry;
❖ Serve as the point person for high school volunteer leaders and parents;
Yth HS Disc Dir 7/19/2023
❖ Contributory role in selecting, training, and providing work direction for
approximately 25 adult volunteers

Team ministry:
❖ Work collaboratively with the High School Outreach Director and participate in
campus, fellowship, and mission efforts as needed;
❖ Along with other members of the Youth Staff, will plan and implement large
events, retreats, and mission trips;
❖ Work cohesively with the Youth Ministries Director and the youth staff in
carrying out the mission of Christ’s church, MDPC Youth Ministry, and MDPC;
❖ Pray regularly for students, leaders, and parents.