Student Ministry Pastor

Student Ministry Pastor

New Hope Community Church – Bryan, Ohio

New Hope Community Church is seeking a passionate and driven?

Student Ministry Pastor?to lead a thriving and growing ministry of 150 students and 30+ volunteers (grades 6–12).

This is more than a programming role—it’s a?calling to shape the next generation. We’re looking for a leader who will build a vibrant, Christ-centered ministry where students are known, discipled, and empowered to live out their faith boldly.

This role is both?pastoral and strategic—focused on developing leaders, building sustainable systems, and reaching students not only inside the church, but across schools and the local community.

• Champion a clear and compelling discipleship pathway that moves students toward lasting faith
• Teach God’s Word in a way that is engaging, relevant, and transformative
• Create environments where students grow in Scripture, prayer, and authentic community
• Pastor students and families through real‑life moments with care and intentionality

• Design and lead weekly student gatherings that are?high‑energy, engaging, and spiritually impactful
• Build and coordinate teams across teaching, worship, and production
• Create environments students want to invite their friends to
• Collaborate with church staff to align with the overall vision and direction of New Hope

• Recruit, develop, and shepherd a team of 30+ volunteers
• Build a leadership culture that is healthy, fun, and mission‑driven
• Invest in leaders through coaching, encouragement, and spiritual development
• Empower volunteers to take ownership and lead with confidence

• Lead the vision and execution of possible camps, retreats, mission trips, and key events
• Create moments that lead to life change, commitment, and spiritual milestones
• Oversee planning, logistics, and safety with excellence
• Ensure strong follow‑up so impact lasts beyond the event

• Be a visible and relational presence in local schools and the community
• Build meaningful relationships with students, coaches, and school leaders
• Develop strategies to reach unchurched students
• Inspire students to live missionally in their everyday lives

• Contribute to the overall health and vision of New Hope as part of the staff team
• Collaborate across ministries to create a unified Next Gen strategy
• Lead with humility, initiative, and a team‑first mindset

• A growing, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ
• Strong alignment with the mission and values of New Hope Community Church
• Proven experience in student ministry leadership (preferred)
• Dynamic communicator who connects naturally with students
• Strong leadership and team‑building ability
• Highly organized with the ability to execute and follow through
• A genuine love for students and their families

• A leader who?believes the next generation matters right now—not someday
• Someone who can build systems without losing the relational heartbeat
• A culture shaper who brings both?fun and depth?to ministry
• A self‑starter who sees opportunities and runs toward them
• A pastor who leads with humility, passion, and vision

• Students actively taking steps in their faith and owning it personally
• A growing and thriving volunteer leadership culture
• Increasing engagement from both churched and unchurched students
• Strong, visible connections within local schools and the community
• Excellent, life‑giving weekly services and events

• Full‑time position
• Consistent presence at weekly services, student gatherings, and key events
• Participation in camps, retreats, and mission trips

Bryan offers the best of both worlds—a tight‑knit, welcoming community with a strong sense of connection, paired with easy access to larger cities like Toledo and Fort Wayne.

It’s a place where relationships matter. Where schools are central to the community. Where you’ll quickly know students, families, and leaders by name—not just by attendance.

For a Student Ministry Pastor, that means real opportunity:

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