Student Ministry Pastor

New Hope Community Church); Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hope Community Church is looking for a passionate Student Ministry Pastor to lead a thriving ministry with 150 students and over 30 volunteers in Bryan, Ohio. This role is critical in building a Christ-centered ministry, focusing on discipleship, community engagement, and leadership development.

The ideal candidate will have a dynamic communication style, strategic leadership abilities, and a heartfelt commitment to students and families. Join us in making a real impact in the lives of the next generation.

Qualifications

• A growing, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Strong alignment with the mission and values of New Hope Community Church.
• Proven experience in student ministry leadership (preferred).
• Dynamic communicator who connects naturally with students.
• Highly organized with the ability to execute and follow through.

Responsibilities

• Champion a clear discipleship pathway for students.
• Design and lead weekly student gatherings.
• Recruit, develop, and shepherd a team of 30+ volunteers.
• Lead the vision and execution of camps, retreats, and events.

Skills

Dynamic communication

Strong leadership

Team-building ability

Organizational skills

Job description

Student Ministry Pastor

New Hope Community Church – Bryan, Ohio

Position Overview

New Hope Community Church is seeking a passionate and driven?Student Ministry Pastor?to lead a thriving and growing ministry of 150 students and 30+ volunteers (grades 6–12).

This is more than a programming role—it’s a?calling to shape the next generation. We’re looking for a leader who will build a vibrant, Christ-centered ministry where students are known, discipled, and empowered to live out their faith boldly.

This role is both?pastoral and strategic—focused on developing leaders, building sustainable systems, and reaching students not only inside the church, but across schools and the local community.

Key Responsibilities

Discipleship & Spiritual Leadership

• Champion a clear and compelling discipleship pathway that moves students toward lasting faith
• Teach God’s Word in a way that is engaging, relevant, and transformative
• Create environments where students grow in Scripture, prayer, and authentic community
• Pastor students and families through real‑life moments with care and intentionality

Service Planning & Execution

• Design and lead weekly student gatherings that are?high‑energy, engaging, and spiritually impactful
• Build and coordinate teams across teaching, worship, and production
• Create environments students want to invite their friends to
• Collaborate with church staff to align with the overall vision and direction of New Hope

Volunteer Leadership & Development

• Recruit, develop, and shepherd a team of 30+ volunteers
• Build a leadership culture that is healthy, fun, and mission‑driven
• Invest in leaders through coaching, encouragement, and spiritual development
• Empower volunteers to take ownership and lead with confidence

Events, Camps & Missions

• Lead the vision and execution of possible camps, retreats, mission trips, and key events
• Create moments that lead to life change, commitment, and spiritual milestones
• Oversee planning, logistics, and safety with excellence
• Ensure strong follow‑up so impact lasts beyond the event

Community & School Engagement

• Be a visible and relational presence in local schools and the community
• Build meaningful relationships with students, coaches, and school leaders
• Develop strategies to reach unchurched students
• Inspire students to live missionally in their everyday lives

Leadership & Collaboration

• Contribute to the overall health and vision of New Hope as part of the staff team
• Collaborate across ministries to create a unified Next Gen strategy
• Lead with humility, initiative, and a team‑first mindset

Qualifications

• A growing, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ
• Strong alignment with the mission and values of New Hope Community Church
• Proven experience in student ministry leadership (preferred)
• Dynamic communicator who connects naturally with students
• Strong leadership and team‑building ability
• Highly organized with the ability to execute and follow through
• A genuine love for students and their families

What We’re Looking For

• A leader who?believes the next generation matters right now—not someday
• Someone who can build systems without losing the relational heartbeat
• A culture shaper who brings both?fun and depth?to ministry
• A self‑starter who sees opportunities and runs toward them
• A pastor who leads with humility, passion, and vision

Measures of Success

• Students actively taking steps in their faith and owning it personally
• A growing and thriving volunteer leadership culture
• Increasing engagement from both churched and unchurched students
• Strong, visible connections within local schools and the community
• Excellent, life‑giving weekly services and events

Work Schedule

• Full‑time position
• Consistent presence at weekly services, student gatherings, and key events
• Participation in camps, retreats, and mission trips

Why Bryan, Ohio?

Bryan offers the best of both worlds—a tight‑knit, welcoming community with a strong sense of connection, paired with easy access to larger cities like Toledo and Fort Wayne.

It’s a place where relationships matter. Where schools are central to the community. Where you’ll quickly know students, families, and leaders by name—not just by attendance.

For a Student Ministry Pastor, that means real opportunity:

• To build meaningful connections in local schools
• To be a visible and trusted presence in the community
• To see life change happen not just in a building, but across an entire town

If you want to do ministry where you can actually?know people and be known, Bryan is that kind of place.

Why New Hope Community Church?

New Hope Community Church is a growing, life‑giving church with a clear mission: to help people find hope one step at a time.

We care deeply about the next generation—not just as attendees, but as leaders right now. Our student ministry is doing well, with 150 students and a strong team of 30+ volunteers, but we believe the best is still ahead.

At New Hope, you’ll find:

• A church that is?unified around mission and vision
• A staff team that genuinely?enjoys serving together
• A culture that values?compassion, acceptance, community, and generosity
• Leadership that is willing to?empower and trust you to lead

This isn’t a place where you’re expected to maintain the status quo.

This is a place where you’ll be encouraged to?dream, build, and lead boldly.

Location

New Hope Community Church Bryan, Ohio www.newhopecc.org