Full-time Youth Pastor

Youth Pastor - Village Meadows Baptist Church

Village Meadows Baptist Church is seeking a full‑time Youth Pastor to lead and disciple students in grades 7–12. The Youth Pastor will provide spiritual leadership, biblical teaching, relational discipleship, and ministry oversight for the student ministry of the church. This individual will help students grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ, equip them to live out their faith, and partner with families in the spiritual development of teenagers.

The ideal candidate will be a passionate follower of Christ who is committed to the authority of Scripture, the mission of the local church, and the call to make disciples. He should possess a heart for students, strong relational skills, organizational ability, and a desire to build a Christ‑centered ministry that reaches students with the Gospel and helps them mature in their faith.

The Youth Pastor will serve under the leadership and supervision of the Senior Pastor and will work alongside church staff and volunteers to fulfill the mission and vision of Village Meadows Baptist Church.

Church Mission & Vision

Serve. Village Meadows Baptist Church desires to be a Great Commission church that is passionate about evangelism, discipleship, worship, service, and missions. We are seeking a Youth Pastor who shares this philosophy of ministry and desires to help students become lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ.

Spiritual Leadership & Discipleship

Provide spiritual leadership for the student ministry of the church.

Develop and lead a discipleship‑focused ministry for students in grades 7–12.

Encourage students in spiritual growth, prayer, worship, evangelism, and obedience to Christ.

Help students discover and use their spiritual gifts in service to the church and community.

Ministry Programming

Plan, organize, and lead weekly student ministry gatherings and Bible studies.

Coordinate youth events, outreach opportunities, camps, retreats, mission trips, and fellowship activities.

Develop outreach strategies to connect with unchurched students in the community.

Recruit, train, encourage, and oversee adult volunteers serving in student ministry.

Foster a healthy volunteer culture focused on discipleship, teamwork, and ministry excellence.

Ensure all volunteers comply with church safety and child protection policies.

Maintain clear and consistent communication with students, parents, volunteers, church staff, and church leadership.

Assist in planning and managing the student ministry budget.

Maintain ministry calendars, schedules, forms, and records as needed.

Church Involvement

Be actively involved in the overall life and ministry of the church.

Support the mission, vision, ministries, and leadership of Village Meadows Baptist Church.

Participate in church‑wide events, worship services, and ministry opportunities.

Work cooperatively with church staff and ministry leaders.

Spiritual Qualifications

A clear calling to pastoral and student ministry.

A lifestyle that reflects biblical character and spiritual maturity.

Commitment to the mission and ministry philosophy of Village Meadows Baptist Church.

Ministry Qualifications

Prior youth ministry or youth pastor experience preferred.

Ability to lead volunteers and work effectively with parents and church leadership.

Ability to connect with students while maintaining spiritual leadership and maturity.

Become an active member of Village Meadows Baptist Church.

Maintain a consistent and growing personal walk with Christ.

Support and uphold the church’s constitution, bylaws, mission, and doctrinal beliefs.

Maintain appropriate boundaries and Christlike conduct in all ministry settings.

Application Materials

Personal testimony

Written statement describing their call to ministry

Applications and supporting materials may be submitted to the church office or designated search committee contact.

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