Minister of Youth and Media

Friendship Baptist Church; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendship Baptist Church in Paducah, Kentucky seeks a Full-Time Minister of Youth & Media to shepherd students in grades 6–12 and their families, while supporting the church's media needs. You will lead youth programs, coordinate events, and develop volunteers who serve alongside the ministry.

The role focuses on evangelism, discipleship, worship, prayer, and missions, with an emphasis on building Christ-centered relationships and equipping families to follow Jesus in daily life.

Qualifications

• Calling and passion for serving the Lord, students, and families.
• Ability to take both initiative and direction and to work enthusiastically as a ministry team member.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Three to five years of experience working with students in a ministry environment is preferred.
• Master’s degree from a Southern Baptist Convention seminary is preferred.
• Must be in agreement with the mission and strategy of Friendship to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus.

Responsibilities

• Build Christ-centered relationships with students in grades six through twelve.
• Lead students and their parents to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ through evangelism, discipleship, worship, prayer, ministry, and missions.
• Provide leadership and direction for all ongoing student ministries (including Sunday and Wednesday night Bible studies) as well as special ministry events such as retreats, mission experiences, and outreach events.
• Plan and direct evangelistic opportunities for students and their families at least quarterly.
• Recruit, develop, and equip adult volunteers in the Youth Ministry.
• Communicate effectively with parents and ministry volunteers.
• Engage students and parents outside of church through school and community activities whenever possible.
• Remain informed on best practices and current trends in student ministry and develop strategies to engage with students and families.
• Develop annual ministry goals, budget, and calendar.
• Proficient in graphic design and video production for church publications and platforms.

Skills

Calling and passion for serving the L

Education

Master’s degree from SBC seminary

Tools

Graphic design

Video production

Job description

FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

PADUCAH KY

MINISTER OF YOUTH & MEDIA

MINISTRY POSITION DESCRIPTION

Friendship Baptist Church, in Paducah, Kentucky, is seeking a Full-Time Minister of Youth & Media to lead students grade six through twelve and their families as well as assisting with the media needs of the church. This ministry team member will focus primarily on reaching, serving, and equipping students and families to faithfully follow Jesus.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AS MINISTRY STAFF MEMBER

• Continue to develop a heart for God and a teachable spirit.
• Fulfill God’s calling as a servant within the body of Christ.
• Minister to the church and community by engaging in ministry with a servant’s heart.
• Serve as an effective member of the Ministry Leadership Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES AS A MINISTER OF YOUTH & MEDIA

• Build Christ-centered relationships with students in grades six through twelve.
• Lead students and their parents to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ through evangelism, discipleship, worship, prayer, ministry, and missions.
• Provide leadership and direction for all ongoing student ministries (including Sunday and Wednesday night Bible studies) as well as special ministry events such as retreats, mission experiences, and outreach events.
• Plan and direct evangelistic opportunities for students and their families at least quarterly.
• Recruit, develop, and equip adult volunteers in the Youth Ministry.
• Communicate effectively with parents and ministry volunteers.
• Engage students and parents outside of church through school and community activities whenever possible.
• Remain informed on best practices and current trends in student ministry and develop strategies to engage with students and families.
• Develop annual ministry goals, budget, and calendar.
• Proficient in graphic design and video production for church publications and platforms.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Calling and passion for serving the Lord, students, and families.
• Ability to take both initiative and direction and to work enthusiastically as a ministry team member.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Three to five years of experience working with students in a ministry environment is preferred.
• A master’s degree from a Southern Baptist Convention seminary is preferred.
• Must be in agreement with the mission and strategy of Friendship to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus.

ABOUT FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH

At Friendship, we are passionate about Jesus, and His Gospel, and we are intentional about developing kingdom-focused followers of Christ. We recognize our responsibility in equipping the next generation to know and love Jesus and His Word. We are excited about the person God is preparing to join our ministry team and assist with the discipleship of the students God has entrusted to us.

ABOUT PADUCAH, KY

Paducah is the county seat of McCracken County, which has a population of over 67,000. The city has a strong focus on the arts and is home to the Carson Center, which features performances both local and from all over the world. There are also many different educational opportunities including both city and county public school systems, private school options, thriving homeschool co-ops, the local community college, and Murray State less than an hour away. Paducah offers many family-friendly activities, such as its downtown Farmers Market and BBQ on the River Festival. For outdoor enthusiasts, Paducah is only about a half hour away from the scenic Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area.