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Bethany Baptist Church - Student Minister (Part-time moving to full-time ASAP) 700 35th Ave. Moline, IL Send resumes to: employment@bethanymoline.com |
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Youth Pastor Who We Are:
Bethany Baptist Church (Converge Baptist) is a gospel-centered, community-loving church located in the heart of Moline, IL. We re all about building authentic relationships, living out our faith, and raising up the next generation of Christ-followers. We believe youth ministry is not just a program - it's a calling to help students encounter Jesus and shape their world for His glory.
Position Overview:
We're looking for a passionate, people-smart, Jesus-loving Student Minister to lead our growing student ministry (Grades 6-12). This is a part-time position (for now) with room to grow. You ll bring vision, energy, and leadership to our students and build a ministry that is biblically sound, relationally rich, and spiritually vibrant. We will work with you to find a schedule that works part-time until the position grows into full-time (which is the plan!) You ll Thrive in
This Role If You:
Love Jesus and genuinely live like Him. See youth ministry as working with wet cement - ready to help shape lives. Know how to have fun while staying grounded in truth. Are a leader who s hungry, humble, and relationally wise. Must be willing to put the time into the ministry for all teens. Think TikTok and Bible study can both be part of ministry (with discernment, of course). Want to grow in ministry under a Senior Pastor who has 20+ years of youth ministry experience and has your back .
Your Mission:
Disciple students into a thriving relationship with Jesus. Build a team of solid, passionate volunteers who love students. Create environments where students feel seen, heard, and spiritually challenged. Support parents/guardians as they lead at home. Teach the Bible in a way that s relevant, engaging, and transformative. Be present in students lives through events, activities, and everyday moments (as your schedule allows).
Your Toolbox Includes:
A heart for discipleship and a clear commitment to Christ. A knack for building relationships with teens and their parents. Strong communication skills - whether it s a heartfelt convo or a creative Instagram post. Ability to recruit, train, and invest in volunteers. Conflict resolution chops - because ministry gets real sometimes. A sense of humor (yes, we love to laugh here). A commitment to excellence and safety in all areas, including background checks and child protection policies. What You ll
Be Responsible For:
Planning and leading weekly youth gatherings. Mentoring students and walking alongside them in faith. Equipping and empowering adult leaders. Choosing and teaching biblically sound curriculum. Being a bridge between church and community organizations. Engaging students where they are - school lunches, games, events, and sometimes in the mess of real life. Meeting regularly with the Senior Pastor and attending staff meetings (flexible to your availability). Attending Sunday worship and being part of the church family.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary for a part-time role. A generous youth ministry budget - not just pizza money! An office and a gym (yes, really). Freedom to use current materials or bring in something new. Paid leadership training and development opportunities. A supportive leadership team that believes in student ministry. Room to grow - this could be just the beginning of your journey with us. Ready to pour into students and be part of something meaningful? Apply today by sending a letter of interest and your resume to employment@bethanymoline.com with Youth Pastor in the subject line.
