Minister/Director of Youth and Young Adults

About the Church

First Baptist Church of Dalton (FBCD) is a Cooperative Baptist Fellowship congregation founded in 1847 and located in downtown Dalton, Georgia. Known affectionately as the “M&M Church” for its strong reputation in music and missions, the congregation is described by its members as welcoming, caring, and traditional. FBCD operates with a robust annual budget of $2 million and serves an average weekly traditional worship attendance of 250 individuals. The church’s core mission is to glorify God through sincere worship, intentional missions, biblical teaching, and persistent prayer, actively sharing God’s love with all.

About the Ministry

The youth ministry at FBCD serves 44 students in grades 6–12 on its rolls, with a healthy average weekly participation of 30 students across Sunday School, traditional worship, and mid-week programming. Regular activities include Sunday evening youth groups featuring youth choir, games, small group Bible studies, and dinners, alongside a similar Wednesday night format. The ministry is supported by ten weekly volunteers and boasts a dedicated facility located underneath the fellowship hall, which features a large gathering area, game room, kitchen, and breakout classrooms. While the youth program offers marquee annual milestones like summer camps, retreats, and mission trips, the position has been expanded to strategically re-establish relationships with nearby Dalton State college students and young adults.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a relationally gifted and structurally organized leader possessing deep spiritual vitality, who can effectively recruit, train, and shepherd both youth and adult volunteers. Furthermore, they must comfortably thrive within a theological “purple church” environment by maintaining a balanced, bipartisan public presence while prioritizing healthy boundaries and sustainable rhythms of self-care.

About the Community

Known worldwide as the “Carpet Capital of the World,” Dalton, Georgia, is a thriving city nestled in the picturesque foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, offering a unique blend of historical heritage and modern local charm. Located just 30 miles south of Chattanooga and within driving distance of Atlanta, residents enjoy easy access to major metropolitan amenities while living in a tight-knit community. The area boasts excellent outdoor recreation, such as hiking at Haig Mill Lake Park and extensive sports complexes like Edwards Park, alongside a revitalized downtown filled with unique boutiques and popular local restaurants. With its rich history, a low cost of living, and a steady economy driven by global manufacturing, Dalton offers an exceptionally vibrant and well-balanced environment to call home.

Interested candidates can learn more and should apply here.