Youth Ministry Lead: Outreach & Discipleship

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Inc.; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Hill Baptist Church in Mobile, Alabama seeks a full-time Student Pastor to lead the 7–12 grade ministry, focusing on outreach and spiritual formation in coordination with the Senior Pastor and church staff. The role emphasizes relationships with students, parents, schools, and local Baptist entities to reach and disciple youth.

You will train volunteers, teach weekly messages, oversee events and communications, develop a budget, and pursue ongoing education in youth ministry methods to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree minimum; Masters from an SBC seminary encouraged if possible.
• 3-5 years experience in a like-ministry context.
• Ordination or pursuit of ordination to ministry in an affiliated Baptist church.
• Familiarity with student ministry and counseling.
• Understands work ethic in building a student ministry in the 21st century.
• Proven ability to mobilize people and lead growth.

Responsibilities

• Enlist, train, and communicate with teachers and adult leaders for the student ministry.
• Coordinate with parents for discipleship of home and student ministry events and curricula.
• Develop relationships with local schools, student organizations, and Baptist connections.
• Provide Biblical counseling and mentoring for students (small groups, D-groups).
• Teach weekly doctrinal messages addressing youth development and graduation milestones.
• Coordinate with parents regarding SHBC programs and activities.
• Plan engaging environments for students (camps, retreats, meals, events).
• Lead communications (social media, digital/print) for student ministry and budget planning with Senior Pastor.

Job description

Spring Hill Baptist Church in Mobile, Alabama seeks a full-time Student Pastor to lead the 7–12 grade ministry, focusing on outreach and spiritual formation in coordination with the Senior Pastor and church staff. The role emphasizes relationships with students, parents, schools, and local Baptist entities to reach and disciple youth.

You will train volunteers, teach weekly messages, oversee events and communications, develop a budget, and pursue ongoing education in youth ministry methods to