Associate Pastor of Youth and Children
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Education / Teaching
Youth Development, Pastor / Ministry / Church -
Non-Profit & Social Impact
Youth Development, Pastor / Ministry / Church, Non-Profit / Outreach, Volunteer / Humanitarian
Overview
Unity Baptist Church is seeking a qualified and called individual to serve as Associate Pastor of Youth and Children. This role focuses on the evangelism, discipleship, and spiritual growth of children, youth, and their families, working under the supervision of the Senior Pastor and in partnership with church leadership.
Unity Baptist Church Details and MissionUnity Baptist Church is a church with an average attendance of 85 on Sunday morning, 35 children and youth on Wednesday night, and 40 people on Sunday Night. The church has a solid financial picture and is poised to welcome and work alongside a new associate pastor who will strive to serve the Lord and His church. Unity has a good leadership team of 9 encouraging deacons and many dedicated children and youth volunteers.
Our senior pastor, Clay Hilton has been in the ministry for 30 years and has planted and pastored churches in Arkansas, Texas and Alberta, Canada and has been with Unity Baptist Church since February of 2026. Unity Baptist Church is a part of a solid local association and a very active state convention.
Historic Vandalia is located in South Central Illinois and is 70 minutes from St. Louis, 3.5 hours from Louisville, 3.5 hours from Chicago, 4.25 hours from Nashville, and 4.75 hours from Kansas City. Vandalia has a great school system and vibrant Christian school. The town has many parks, a few shopping centers and restaurants, and is an affordable to live in friendly farming community.
Key Responsibilities- Proclaim the Gospel and lead youth and children in outreach
- Meet weekly with the Pastor for prayer, Bible study, and planning
- Provide biblical counseling to children, youth, and families
- Encourage growth in prayer and spiritual disciplines
- Lead or coordinate Sunday School for children and youth
- Lead midweek (Wednesday) Bible studies
- Develop or select biblically sound curriculum
- Teach the full counsel of God in alignment with church doctrine
- Help students identify and use their spiritual gifts
- Build personal relationships with children, youth, and families
- Maintain regular communication (visits, calls, messages, etc.)
- Engage with students in their daily lives (school, activities, etc.)
- Pray regularly for students and their families
- Plan at least one children’s/youth activity quarterly
- Organize and help lead Vacation Bible School (VBS)
- Coordinate youth camps and/or mission trips annually
- Lead monthly Youth Council meetings
- Evaluate ministry effectiveness and implement improvements
Attend all regular church services and scheduled events; attend youth and children’s ministry activities; be an active, faithful member of Unity Baptist Church; carry out the work of an evangelist.
Qualifications- Meet biblical qualifications for elders (1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:5–9)
- Affirm and teach in accordance with the BFM 2000
- Pass a background check
- Strong teaching, leadership, and interpersonal skills
- Bible college or seminary training preferred
Salary: $50,000–$60,000 annually (based on experience and qualifications). Vacation and ministry training opportunities provided.
Submission Requirements- Cover letter and Resume with 3 references
- Sample teaching (video or lesson notes)
- Submit materials to:
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