Student Pastor: Expository Teaching & Discipleship Leader

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Park Church in Joplin, MO is seeking a full-time Student Pastor to lead a vibrant student ministry of about 60 students. You will cast vision, develop volunteers, and partner with parents to disciple youth through preaching, outreach, and service.

You will model biblical leadership, preach expository messages, build a healthy culture, and collaborate with the wider church staff on events, camps, and school outreach.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• 3+ years of ministry experience; proven growth and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Core Ministry and Discipleship: lead student ministry and discipleship efforts.
• Preaching and Teaching: deliver expository sermons for Wednesday night services.
• Student Discipleship: cultivate mature spiritual growth and gospel sharing.
• Event and Program Management: oversee weekly services, small groups, trips, camps, and events.
• Team & Parent Leadership: recruit and train volunteers; coordinate with parents.
• Volunteer Development: oversee, train, and invest in volunteers and interns.
• Parental Partnership: implement Deuteronomy 6 model by equipping families.
• Community & Church Involvement: engage with schools and local community.
• School and Community Presence: attend events and build relationships with students.
• Church-Wide Duties: collaborate with church staff on large-scale events.

Skills

Preaching

Leadership

Team Building

Administrative Skills

Parental Partnership

Community Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Forest Park Church in Joplin, MO is seeking a full-time Student Pastor to lead a vibrant student ministry of about 60 students. You will cast vision, develop volunteers, and partner with parents to disciple youth through preaching, outreach, and service.

You will model biblical leadership, preach expository messages, build a healthy culture, and collaborate with the wider church staff on events, camps, and school outreach.