Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Student Pastor Hamlin Baptist Church
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Springfield, Missouri, us, 65897
Hamlin Baptist Church
Springfield, MO
http://Hamlinbaptist.com
Hamlin Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Student Pastor to provide spiritual leadership to students in grades 6-12 and their families.
Key Qualifications
Born-again believer with a healthy and growing relationship with Jesus Christ
Demonstrates enthusiasm for the mission and vision of Hamlin Baptist Church
Meets the biblical qualifications for Pastor/Elder/Overseer in character and calling (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9)
Passionate about teaching and preaching the Word of God to teenagers
Desires to build meaningful relationships with teenagers and parents
Teachable and eager to grow as a follower of Christ and as a ministry leader
Committed to the gathering of the local church for worship and prayer
Theologically aligned with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000
Responsibilities 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 churchwide events
Assist the Senior Pastor and the staff team in additional ministry events (weddings, funerals, receptions, etc.)
Other duties as assigned
Compensation commensurate with experience and education.
To apply for this position, please submit the following by February 1, 2026, to Personnel@hamlinbaptist.com:
Resume
Cover letter
Teaching/Preaching samples
Contact information for three references (including one pastoral reference)
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Hamlin Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Student Pastor to provide spiritual leadership to students in grades 6-12 and their families.
Key Qualifications
Born-again believer with a healthy and growing relationship with Jesus Christ
Demonstrates enthusiasm for the mission and vision of Hamlin Baptist Church
Meets the biblical qualifications for Pastor/Elder/Overseer in character and calling (1 Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9)
Passionate about teaching and preaching the Word of God to teenagers
Desires to build meaningful relationships with teenagers and parents
Teachable and eager to grow as a follower of Christ and as a ministry leader
Committed to the gathering of the local church for worship and prayer
Theologically aligned with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000
Responsibilities 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 churchwide events
Assist the Senior Pastor and the staff team in additional ministry events (weddings, funerals, receptions, etc.)
Other duties as assigned
Compensation commensurate with experience and education.
To apply for this position, please submit the following by February 1, 2026, to Personnel@hamlinbaptist.com:
Resume
Cover letter
Teaching/Preaching samples
Contact information for three references (including one pastoral reference)
#J-18808-Ljbffr