Minister to Students

Alabama Baptist SBOM; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

First Baptist Church of Gadsden is seeking a full-time Minister to Students to lead our First Students ministry for grades 6–12. The ideal candidate has a heart for teen ministry and a contagious energy to help our student ministry grow.

The role focuses on connecting with teenagers, cultivating fellowship, leading Wednesday night worship, teaching Scripture, overseeing youth Sunday school, discipling students, and planning purposeful trips and retreats.

Qualifications

• Passion for student ministry and teens.
• Ability to connect with adolescents and meet them where they are.
• Strong relational and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the First Students ministry for grades 6-12.
• Oversee youth Sunday school and Wednesday night worship.
• Disciple students and plan trips/retreats.
• Foster fellowship within a vibrant student community.

Skills

Student ministry

Teaching Scriptures

Pastoral leadership

Youth outreach

Education

Theological education

Job description

First Baptist Church of Gadsden is looking for a full-time Minister to Students to lead our First Students ministry for grades 6-12. The ideal candidate will have a passion for student ministry and energy to devote to helping our student ministry continue to grow and thrive. We are looking for someone who will connect well with teenagers and meet them where they are in their lives. The position will focus on cultivating fellowship, leading a Wednesday night worship service, teaching the Scriptures, overseeing youth Sunday school, discipling students, and leading well-organized trips and retreats. First Baptist is well-equipped to help the right candidate meet these goals. We have a youth parent team, a robust student budget, involved parents, a supportive congregation, and a united staff. Ideal candidates will have completed, or be pursuing, theological education. First Baptist is a Christ-centered, Gospel-focused church in the heart of downtown Gadsden with thriving ministries and intergenerational fellowship. We are enjoying a season of health and growth and are excited to welcome a new Minister to Students to help us continue in this trajectory.