Job Title: Student Minister (7th to 12th grades)
Job Type: Part-time (20-30 hrs weekly)
Reports to: Senior Pastor
Church: Grace Memorial Baptist Church
Job Overview
Grace Memorial Baptist Church (GMBC) seeks a passionate and dedicated leader to oversee our Student Ministry for students in grades 7 through 12. This position involves fostering spiritual growth, planning programs, mentoring students, and equipping volunteers. The ideal candidate will have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, experience in youth ministry, and a heart for discipleship while building strong relationships with students, parents, and the church community.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and lead Sunday School weekly, attend worship 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM andconduct Bible studies on Sundays from 5:00 to 6:00 PM and Wednesdays from 6:30 to7:30 PM
- Facilitate two separate spiritual growth events (e.g., camp, DNOW, retreats)
- Lead a team of adult volunteers who support this student ministry
- Foster spiritual growth by providing mentorship, discipleship, and evangelism to students
- Communicate with parents and provide resources to support family engagement
- Establish and manage the student ministry budget following GMBC policies
- Attend weekly staff meetings
- Share GMBC pastoral and office responsibilities and make visitations when available
- Participate in outreach at school campuses
- Create mission opportunities for students to serve others in our church and community
- Perform any other duties assigned by the Senior Pastor
Qualifications
- A strong, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a passion for Student Ministry
- Previous experience working with students in grades 7 through 12
- Ability to teach and communicate Biblical truths effectively
- Strong leadership and organizational abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills along with the capacity to relate to students and their families
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their resumes and references to jerry@discovergrace.us or mail to: Att. Search Team Grace Memorial Baptist, 58516 Pearl Acres Rd. Slidell, LA 70461.