Student Pastor

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church – Student Pastor Position

Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, a Missionary Baptist church in Fulton, MS, is prayerfully seeking a Student Pastor to lead, disciple, and invest in the lives of our students (7th grade through college), while also supporting our children’s ministry.

This is a pastoral role. We are seeking a man who meets the Biblical qualifications outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7—a man of proven character, spiritual maturity, and leadership within his home and church.

Spiritual Qualifications

• A 1 Timothy 3 man who models Biblical leadership in both professional and family life
• A God-called man into the Gospel ministry, with a clear and public testimony of that calling
• Gifted and called to ministry, with a passion for preaching, teaching, and discipleship
• A growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to God’s Word
• A heart for reaching the lost and discipling the next generation

General Qualifications

• Strong background in a Baptist church, which aligns with our doctrine.
• A clear love for and desire to work with young people, from Pre-K through college
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively relate to both students and parents
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to organize, motivate, and equip volunteers
• Experience in youth ministry is preferred
• A degree in Theology or a ministry-related field is preferred, but not required
• Tech-savvy and able to communicate effectively through social media and digital platforms
• A team player with a servant’s heart

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and teach weekly student ministry gatherings
• Plan and coordinate events such as camps, retreats, mission trips, and Disciple Now weekends
• Disciple students and partner with parents to support their spiritual growth
• Oversee and support children’s ministry volunteers (6th grade and under)
• Assist with AWANA, Vacation Bible School and Children’s Church
• Provide encouragement and Biblical counseling as needed
• Network with other student pastors for community outreach and student events

Pastoral & Leadership Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the Senior Pastor and Church Leadership on ministry vision, projects, and churchwide needs
• Participate in the overall pastoral ministry of the church
• Be willing to preach and fill the pulpit as needed

Additional Qualities

• Ability to work within a ministry budget
• Willingness to build strong relationships within the church and community
• Musical ability is a plus, but not required

If you feel led by God to serve in this role, we invite you to prayerfully consider joining Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church as we invest in the next generation for Christ. Please submit your resume, testimony and references.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $52,000