Student Pastor
Full-Time • Severns Valley Baptist Church
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
We exist to love God, love people, and make disciples by helping people fulfill their role in God’s story. Students are not the church of tomorrow — they are the church right now. The Student Pastor at Severns Valley walks with sixth through twelfth graders and their families through one of the most formative seasons of life, helping them step into who God has called them to be.
This is not a role for someone looking to run a youth program. We’re praying for a shepherd — someone seasoned in ministry, anchored in the gospel, and ready to partner deeply with parents to reach students and their families with the love of Jesus.
The Role at a Glance
- Position: Full-time
- Reports to: Lead Pastor
- Oversees: Two interns, the Student Ministry Lead Team, and adult lay leaders
- Serves: Students in 6th–12th grade and their families
What You’ll Do
Our values are pursue, equip, and connect. You’ll see those three running through everything we ask of this role.
Pursue — Shepherd students and their families toward Jesus
- Lead by example in evangelism, discipleship, and personal walk with the Lord
- Pursue students personally — visiting, counseling, and bringing the gospel to bear on real life
- Walk alongside parents as the primary disciple-makers in their children’s lives
- Develop ministry pathways that include students with special needs
Equip — Build and develop a team to carry the ministry
- Identify, equip, and empower a Student Ministry Lead Team of gifted volunteers
- Recruit, train, and coordinate adult lay leaders for student programming
- Coach the two student ministry interns in their development as ministry leaders
- Select or develop curriculum for Sunday morning, midweek, and topical studies
Connect — Build bridges between students, families, and the church
- Lead Sunday morning student ministry and weekly programming
- Plan outreach events, family programming, and school and campus presence
- Lead summer camp, VBS, and student missions — here, near, and far
- Partner with the SV staff team to maintain a consistent discipleship pathway from birth through senior adulthood
Day-to-Day Expectations
- Prepare and steward the annual Student Ministry budget
- Attend weekly staff meetings and meet regularly one-on-one with the Lead Pastor
- Stay current on resources, methods, and trends in student and family ministry
- Work in harmony and unity with the rest of the SV staff team
- Other responsibilities as the ministry develops and the Lord leads
Who We’re Looking For
We’re praying for someone whose life and family are already pointed in this direction — not someone trying to figure out if ministry is for them.
Character
- A committed follower of Jesus whose life and home reflect the gospel
- Anchored in Scripture with a teachable, humble spirit
- A servant leader who builds people up and works well on a team
- Willing and ready to become a member of Severns Valley Baptist Church
Experience
- Significant, hands-on experience in student ministry — ideally several years leading 6th–12th grade ministry and partnering with parents
- Demonstrated ability to build, lead, and develop a volunteer team
- Strong gifts in teaching, public communication, and one-on-one shepherding
- A seminary degree in a relevant ministry field, or comparable preparation
Skills
- Organized and self-motivated — able to plan, execute, and steward a calendar
- Comfortable with Google Workspace, Planning Center, Basecamp, and social media
- Strong communicator — with students, parents, volunteers, and staff alike
About Severns Valley
Severns Valley Baptist Church is a multi-generational church family in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. We gather Sundays at 9:00 and 10:45 a.m. at 1100 Ring Road. Our purpose is simple:
Love God. Love people. Make disciples.
We pursue that purpose through three environments: Ministries where we serve, Groups where we grow, and Missions where we go — here, near, and far.
There is always room for one more.
Next Steps
If the Lord is stirring something as you read this, we’d be honored to start a conversation.
Email: search@sv.church
Phone: (270) 765-7822
Web: https://sv.church
Join our team!
Welcome to Severns Valley Baptist Church in Elizabethtown, Kentucky – a vibrant community of faith committed to loving God, loving people and making disciples. At Severns Valley, we believe in the power of genuine relationships, transformative spiritual growth, and meaningful service to others. As you explore opportunities to join our team, you'll discover a welcoming team environment where your talents and passions can align with our mission. Whether you're considering a career in ministry, administration, or support services, we invite you to explore how you can contribute to our vision of spreading the love of Christ and making a difference in the lives of others.
Severns Valley Baptist Church | A Place for Everyone. Kids, Students, Small Groups. Join Us for Our Next Sunday Service, Grab Some Coffee, and Worship with Us. Care & Support. Missions. Prayer. Community. Amenities: Bible Centered, Family Focused.
Welcome to Severns Valley Baptist Church in Elizabethtown, Kentucky – a vibrant community of faith committed to loving God, loving people and making disciples. At Severns Valley, we believe in the power of genuine relationships, transformative spiritual growth, and meaningful service to others. As you explore opportunities to join our team, you'll discover a welcoming team environment where your talents and passions can align with our mission. Whether you're considering a career in ministry, administration, or support services, we invite you to explore how you can contribute to our vision of spreading the love of Christ and making a difference in the lives of others.
Severns Valley Baptist Church | A Place for Everyone. Kids, Students, Small Groups. Join Us for Our Next Sunday Service, Grab Some Coffee, and Worship with Us. Care & Support. Missions. Prayer. Community. Amenities: Bible Centered, Family Focused.
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