Youth Discipleship Pastor: Relational Leader for Students

Lubbock Christian University; Lubbock (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Westminster Presbyterian Church in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Youth Pastor to develop a Christ-centered ministry for middle and high school students and their families. You will build meaningful relationships, disciple students, and partner with parents while developing volunteer leaders and integrating youth into worship, service, and mission.

The ideal candidate will model mature faith, relational warmth, and strong organizational follow-through.

Qualifications

• Clear Christian faith and demonstrated spiritual maturity.
• Genuine calling to discipleship and relational ministry.
• Strong biblical foundation and ability to teach students with clarity and care.
• Bachelor’s degree in ministry or related field preferred.
• Experience in student, college, or youth ministry settings.
• Ability to recruit, equip, organize, and lead adult volunteers.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to become Westminster Presbyterian Church member and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Build relational presence with middle and high school students and families.
• Recruit, train, and support adult volunteer leaders.
• Plan and oversee weekly student ministry programming and events.
• Coordinate student worship participation, retreats, and mission experiences.
• Collaborate with church staff and leaders to integrate youth ministry into church life.
• Manage Student Ministry budget, registrations, and documentation.

Skills

Relational leadership

Pastoral care

Biblical teaching

Student ministry

Communication

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in ministry or related field

Job description

Westminster Presbyterian Church in Lubbock, TX is seeking a Youth Pastor to develop a Christ-centered ministry for middle and high school students and their families. You will build meaningful relationships, disciple students, and partner with parents while developing volunteer leaders and integrating youth into worship, service, and mission.

The ideal candidate will model mature faith, relational warmth, and strong organizational follow-through.