Student Ministries Pastor

Milligan College; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community-focused church seeks a passionate Student Ministries Pastor to lead and innovate a thriving student ministry. This role offers the chance to develop and implement a vision that emphasizes outreach and discipleship for middle and high school students. Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and meaningful relationships within a supportive environment. With responsibilities ranging from teaching and event planning to pastoral care, this position is perfect for a relational and energetic leader eager to make a lasting impact in a growing suburban community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

17 days PTO

4 sabbatical days

Cell Phone Allowance

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience leading students in a ministry/church setting.
• Proven ability to teach God’s Word effectively to middle and high school students.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the vision and strategy for middle and high school ministries.
• Plan and facilitate events, retreats, and outreach activities.
• Develop and oversee impactful teaching series and curriculum.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Teaching Skills

Relational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Bible/Ministry

Job description

White River Christian Church (WRCC) is a vibrant, multigenerational community with a strong emphasis on family and genuine connections. We love that our congregation deeply desires to invest in and bless the community God has placed us in. Although we’re a larger church, there’s a genuine small-church feel, where people actively seek out opportunities to connect and help newcomers become integrated into our community.

Our congregation is known for being kind, caring, and welcoming—expect lots of warm invitations to dinners, thoughtful acts of kindness, and genuine efforts to get to know you personally. Our elders are highly relational, going to great lengths to connect with and support the staff, creating a culture of high trust and flexibility that fosters a healthy work-life balance.

At our church, you’re not just someone who works here—you become an essential part of our spiritual family. Our leadership believes in empowering staff to lead daily operations while remaining available and supportive, making this a truly special place to serve and grow.

Why this is a great opportunity: Are you passionate about leading students to grow deeper in their faith while being part of a vibrant, community-focused church? White River Christian Church in Noblesville is seeking a Student Ministries Pastor to join a collaborative, fun-loving, and passionate team dedicated to investing in the next generation. With a thriving student ministry serving 160 middle and high school students, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team of volunteers, innovate engaging programs, and build meaningful relationships with students and families. You’ll be supported by experienced ministry leaders and have the freedom to develop and implement a vision for the ministry that aligns with a commitment to disciple-making and community engagement. This role is ideal for a relational, humble, and energetic leader who is eager to make a lasting impact in the lives of students in a growing suburban community.

Position Overview: The Student Ministries Pastor will lead and oversee the vision, mission, and strategy implementation for the middle and high school ministries (grades 6-12), emphasizing outreach, character development, and discipleship. This includes strategic leadership, curriculum curation and development, volunteer training, event planning, and pastoral care responsibilities. The Student Ministries Pastor will also have the opportunity to preach in the Sunday Service and contribute to the broader pastoral care of the church. This position reports directly to the NextGen Director and will supervise the Associate Student Director.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cultivate a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus as the foundation of your ministry.
2. Develop a clear vision and strategy for the student ministry to effectively reach and disciple students in the Noblesville area.
3. Lead, direct, and care for student ministry staff and volunteers.
4. Clearly and creatively teach the Bible, engaging students to progress in their faith.
5. Plan and facilitate large events, retreats, mission trips, and outreach activities.
6. Provide safe, engaging, and Christ-centered environments for student discipleship.
7. Equip and partner with parents to nurture spiritual growth at home.
8. Regularly attend students’ extracurricular activities to foster relational connections.
9. Manage and steward the student ministry budget effectively.
10. Develop and oversee impactful teaching series and curriculum.
11. Empower and manage volunteer leaders through training, regular communication, and collaborative planning.
12. Collaborate with Kids and NextGen teams to ensure smooth ministry transitions and cohesive discipleship processes.
13. Preach as needed as part of the Sunday morning Teaching Team.
14. Act as a member of White River Christian Church’s pastoral staff, performing duties such as baptisms, weddings, funerals, pastoral care, and hospital visitations.
15. Support other church ministry projects as needed, collaborating willingly with the White River Christian Church staff and leadership.

Job Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Bible/Ministry, or a related field
2. 3-5 years of experience leading students in a ministry/church setting
3. Proven ability to teach God’s Word effectively to middle and high school students
4. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
5. Alignment with WRCC’s doctrinal beliefs
6. Meets the requirements of 1 Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus 1:6-9
7. Demonstrated humility, relational skills, and a collaborative leadership style
8. Demonstrated relationship with Jesus; displaying a life of faith in Jesus, professional maturity, high character, and exhibits the Fruits of the Spirit

Pay and Benefits:

1. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications
   • Benefits include:
   • Health Insurance
   • Dental Insurance
   • Retirement Plan (2% contribution and up to 4% 403b match)
   • 17 days PTO per calendar year
   • 4 sabbatical days per calendar year
   • Cell Phone Allowance
   • Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
2. Deadline to apply: July 1, 2025
3. For more information go to https://www.wrcc.org