High School Ministry Pastor & Discipleship Leader

The Creek; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Creek (Indian Creek Christian Church) in Indianapolis is seeking a High School Pastor who will lead and disciple students, equip leaders, and partner with parents to help students grow in faith and serve others. You will oversee weekly programming, camps, missions trips, and life groups, building a culture of discipleship across the ministry.

The ideal candidate is a relational, biblically-grounded leader with a clear calling to student ministry, capable of recruiting volunteers, teaching

Qualifications

• A growing and authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
• A clear calling to student ministry and pastoral leadership.
• Strong biblical teaching and communication skills.
• Ability to recruit, develop, and lead volunteer teams.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• A relational personality with a passion for investing in students and families.
• Alignment with the doctrine, mission, and values of the church.
• Previous experience in student ministry and ordination is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cast Vision and Lead the High School Ministry through spiritual and organizational leadership.
• Provide spiritual, strategic, and organizational leadership for all ministry aspects.
• Evaluate ministry effectiveness and develop strategies to help students take their next step with Jesus.
• Plan and execute engaging weekly programming, especially Midweek (Wednesday).
• Build a Culture of Discipleship focusing on biblical teaching, relationships, and formation.
• Oversee life group strategy to ensure belonging and growth for every student.
• Recruit, train, coach, and care for healthy volunteer adult leaders.
• Build a culture where leaders are known, encouraged, challenged, and empowered.
• Lead exceptional programs, events, and experiences including camps, retreats, and mission trips.
• Ensure environments are welcoming, safe, and spiritually impactful.
• Collaborate with church staff to align discipleship from childhood through young adulthood.
• Invest relationally in students, engage in school events, and model a shepherd's heart.
• Partner with parents to equip and communicate about ministry opportunities.
• Plan events and discipleship opportunities throughout the year.
• Support ministry across teams and ministries as needed.

Skills

Relational leadership

Effective communicator

Disciple-maker

Recruit volunteer teams

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Pastoral guidance

Education

Ordination preferred

Job description

The Creek (Indian Creek Christian Church) in Indianapolis is seeking a High School Pastor who will lead and disciple students, equip leaders, and partner with parents to help students grow in faith and serve others. You will oversee weekly programming, camps, missions trips, and life groups, building a culture of discipleship across the ministry.

The ideal candidate is a relational, biblically-grounded leader with a clear calling to student ministry, capable of recruiting volunteers, teaching