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First Baptist Church
Student Pastor
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What they do
A Religious Leader or Professional leads religious services and provides spiritual guidance or counseling. Presents knowledge and interpretation of theological texts. May work in a non-denominational setting like a prison or hospital, or work for specific faith-based congregation or denomination and follow the practices of that faith.
$54,286 / year median in Mississippi
+14% projected growth
Job Description
The position of youth pastor will be responsible for all planning and leading of activities and teaching of grades 6-12. The youth pastor will work closely with the senior pastor and other staff to provide sound, Biblical leadership to the youth ministry. He will be responsible for maintaining a calendar of youth related activities throughout the year to promote involvement and spiritual growth among those within this scope of ministry. As a staff pastor, the individual will perform other ministry related duties as assigned.
Duties:
- Provide pastoral oversight to the youth ministry of First Baptist Church
- Provide hands on leadership to the Sunday School hour by recruiting, equipping, and supporting the youth Sunday School teachers
- Oversee all weekly youth services on Sunday and Wednesday
- It is required to be an active and regular presence in the schools and school events related to the students within the youth ministry of First Baptist Church.
- Plan, promote, and provide hands on leadership to seasonal youth events for spiritual growth of the students. This includes summer camps, DNow, and any other conferences and/or events during the year.
- Effectively use social media to keep students and parents engaged in the ministry.
- Provide active participation in weekly staff meetings and keep the staff informed on ministry goals, successes, and needs.
- Provide support and equipping to all parents of youth.
- Keep parents and the church aware of youth related activities in a timely manner.
- Work with the Children's Pastor to foster an effective transition between respective ministries.
- Work well with the youth committee to include them in planning and execution of events.
- Other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor and/or Office Administrator