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Student Pastor


Posted:January 9, 2026 (posted 8 days ago)View All Jobs
Industry:Ministry
Type:Full-Time
Location:Springfield, MO (Greene County)
Company:Hamlin Baptist Church
1942 W. Farm Road 102
Springfield, MO 65803
hamlinbaptist.com

Description:
Weekly Ministry: * Lead weekly student ministry programming each Sunday and Wednesday that is faithful to Scripture and engaging to teenagers * Create ministry environments that foster Gospel-centered community for all students * Develop a culture that encourages belonging, care, and family participation * Serve as the primary preacher and teacher to students, helping them understand and apply the Word of God to their lives * Recruit, train, and disciple student ministry volunteers Discipleship and Pastoral Leadership: * Equip parents to serve as the primary discipleship influence in their families * Empower students to lead appropriate facets of ministry programming * Serve as a model for servant leadership for teenagers and volunteers * Lead by example in evangelism through an active presence on local school campuses * Provide pastoral care for student ministry families in times of crisis and need Events and Administration: * Oversee the registration process, planning, and execution of student ministry events (camps, retreats, mission projects, etc.) * Develop and manage the student ministry calendar and budget * Communicate regularly with students and parents * Develop and maintain a system for capturing information and making relational connections with new student ministry families * Attend and contribute to weekly staff meetings as part of a ministry team Miscellaneous: * Preach periodically in the Sunday morning worship gathering as needed * Serve as a member of the Advisory Committee, attending and contributing to monthly meetings * Collaborate with the Communications Director to maximize reach and influence through a variety of relevant social media platforms * Meet weekly with the Senior Pastor for prayer, guidance, and encouragement * Assist in facility setup/teardown for student ministry programming and church-wide events * Assist the Senior Pastor in additional ministry events (weddings, funerals, receptions, etc.) * Other duties as assigned


Qualifications:
1. Born-again believer with a healthy and growing relationship with Jesus Christ 2. Demonstrates enthusiasm for the mission and vision of Hamlin Baptist Church 3. Meets the biblical qualifications for Pastor/Elder/Overseer in character and calling (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9) 4. Passionate about teaching and preaching the Word of God to teenagers 5. Desires to build meaningful relationships with teenagers and parents 6. Teachable and eager to grow as a follower of Christ and as a ministry leader 7. Committed to the gathering of the local church for worship and prayer 8. Theologically aligned with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000


To Apply:
Send resume, cover letter, and references to personnel@hamlinbaptist.com.


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