Student Pastor

First Baptist Church of DeFuniak Springs is seeking a full-time Student Pastor that can minister to an awesome group of teenagers in our church. Looking for someone who deeply loves Jesus, is passionate about discipling young people, grounded in Scripture, energetic, and team oriented. We are located in the Florida panhandle, close to the most beautiful beaches in the world. We have a strong Student Ministry with amazing volunteers and enthusiastic church support. DeFuniak Springs was recently voted the best small town in Florida but the secret is out, as we have experienced significant growth over the past couple of years in the Student Ministry, the church, and our city. We have a student-led Leadership Team and the students have a Wednesday evening service averaging 70 with a talented Student band. Our overall church worship attendance is averaging 350 this year. If you are called to invest in the lives of students and are excited to continue building a strong, gospel-centered ministry, we would love to hear from you!

What you will be doing:

Teaching and preaching to the youth of the church Actively engaging with and planning events for the youth Choosing curriculum for the teaching of the youth Overseeing and leading a group of volunteers Working closely with the parents of the youth Qualities and skills needed: A heart for the gospel and Jesus A passion to work with the youth of the church Effective Biblical leadership skills Effective communication and preaching skills A heart of humility and joy A desire to lead and build up the youth of the church