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Are you passionate about seeing middle and high school students come to know Jesus, grow in their faith, and live out their calling? Oakridge Baptist Church is a warm, relational Southern Baptist congregation in the St. Louis Metro region in the city of St. Peters, MO. We are a church family that deeply values community, discipleship, and supporting the next generation. We are seeking a part-time Youth Minister to help lead, guide, and champion our youth (6th-12th grade) as they navigate their faith journey. If you are looking for a ministry environment where you can disciple students and lead them to proclaim the gospel, we would love to meet you!
Why You'll Love Serving Here:
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True Flexibility:
While you will have a dedicated personal office available for study, prep, and meetings, there are no required office hours. We value your time and encourage a healthy ministry-life balance. •
Supportive Leadership:
You will work directly alongside our Senior Pastor and a collaborative Ministry Coordination Team that is genuinely invested in your success, growth, and family. • A Place to
Build and Dream:
You will have the creative freedom to develop a fresh, vibrant vision for our youth ministry in alignment with our church's mission. What You'll Do (Responsibilities): •
Discipleship & Teaching:
Lead and oversee the educational side of the youth ministry (Sunday School, small groups, and other times). You will serve as the primary teacher for our youth on Wednesday nights. •
Events & Fellowship:
Plan, organize, and execute engaging regular activities, including monthly events, camps, retreats, outreach, and Bible studies. •
Team Leadership:
Counsel with church leadership to recruit, enlist, and equip adult volunteers who love working with students. • Partnering with
Parents:
Maintain clear, regular communication with parents and volunteers regarding upcoming events, curriculum, and youth news. •
Stewardship & Collaboration:
Propose and manage a yearly youth budget and serve as an active, collaborative member of our Ministry Coordination Team. Who We Are Looking For (Qualifications): •
A Committed Disciple:
A born-again believer with a clear personal testimony of faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Your life should reflect a priority on your personal relationship with God, spouse, and family.•
A Clear Calling:
Someone with an open, authentic calling to serve youth and walk with them through these critical developmental years. •
Doctrinal Alignment:
Full agreement with and adherence to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. •
An Engaged Member:
A commitment to attend weekly worship services and actively participate in the life of our church community. •
Experience:
Prior experience in youth ministry is a plus, but it is not required. We are happy to mentor and walk alongside someone stepping into their first ministry role! •
Safety First:
Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check.
Compensation & Benefits:
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Position Type:
Part-Time •
Pay:
Competitive part-time salary, paid weekly •
Work Environment:
Dedicated personal office space provided on-site (no mandatory office hours) •
Time Off:
Paid Time Off (PTO) included How to
Apply:
If you believe God is calling you to invest in the students of the St. Louis Metro area and want to grow with a loving, supportive church family, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter sharing your testimony and your heart for youth ministry to: pastor@oakridgebaptist.
org Or mail to:
Oakridge Baptist Church Attn:
Personnel Team 235 Oakridge West Drive, St Peters, MO 63376
