Student Ministry Pastor

ROLE SUMMARY
Calvary Church seeks a relational, spiritually grounded, and joy-filled Student Ministry Pastor who will disciple students in grades 6–12 to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. The ideal leader embodies a genuine love for Christ, a passion for youth, and the ability to build a ministry that balances biblical depth, authentic relationships, and joyful community.
This person will serve both as a spiritual shepherd and a strategic leader, shaping an environment where students encounter Jesus, grow in faith, and live missionally in their schools and communities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Spiritual Leadership & Discipleship
Create environments where students experience belonging, biblical truth, and spiritual growth
Teach God’s Word with depth, relevance, and conviction, helping students defend and live their faith
Foster discipleship through small groups, mentoring, and service opportunities
Equip students to live out their faith boldly at school, home, and in the community

2. Relational Engagement
Be present and accessible—investing in students both inside and outside of church gatherings
Build meaningful relationships through visibility at services, events, and local activities
Partner with parents through regular communication, encouragement, and collaboration
Develop relationships with parachurch ministries, community organizations, and schools for
the purpose of outreach

3. Volunteer Development
Recruit, train, and empower volunteers to lead with excellence and care
Cultivate a team culture of authenticity, collaboration, and ongoing spiritual growth
Mentor volunteers and interns, providing feedback and support

4. Programming & Event Leadership
Oversee youth programming for grades 6–12 at the White Bear Campus
Design and implement middle school teaching content for both campuses
Plan and lead meaningful intercampus middle school experiences (retreats, mission trips
and other events)
Ensure alignment of teaching scope and sequence across campuses
Integrate fun and creativity into programming to engage a diverse range of students and
interests

5. Communication & Administration
Maintain clear, proactive communication with students, parents, volunteers, and staff
Manage logistics for events, budgets, and schedules with excellence and attention to detail
Collaborate closely with the Roseville Campus Student Ministry Pastor to deliver unified,
high-quality ministry

6. Team & Church Integration
Serve on the NextGen Ministries Team, contributing to the vision and direction of Calvary’s student ministry
Supervise the White Bear Campus High School Director
Coordinate and ensure execution of ministry logistics with NextGen Ministries Administrative Assistant
During intercampus middle school events and retreats, supervise the Roseville Campus Middle School Director
Coordinate with church staff to ensure student ministry is integrated with Calvary’s overall mission and vision

QUALIFICATIONS & CHARACTERISTICS
A committed follower of Jesus Christ who demonstrates spiritual maturity and a growing personal relationship with the Lord within Christian community
Deep personal walk with Christ marked by humility, authenticity, and joy
Commitment to Calvary Church’s Statement of Faith and ministry philosophy
Spiritually and emotionally healthy; models self-awareness, resilience, and grace
Strong biblical knowledge and ability to teach truth with clarity and cultural relevance
Engaging and relational—able to connect with middle and high school students alike
Excellent communicator with parents, volunteers, and staff
Demonstrated ability to recruit, equip, and lead volunteer teams
Organized and dependable, with skills in planning, administration, and follow-through
Team-oriented, collaborating across ministries and campuses

AFFIRMATIONS
Affirmation of Calvary Church’s Statement of Faith and Covenant
Regular participation in public worship at Calvary Church
Maintain membership in good standing at Calvary Church

PAY RANGE
Compensation begins at $56,000 and may increase based on experience and education. Full range available on request.

Reports to: NextGen Ministries Pastor
Location: White Bear Campus (serving across both campuses)
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; graduate theological education preferred
Experience: At least 3 (required) to 5 (preferred) years of demonstrated experience leading youth in a local church or ministry setting, including volunteer recruitment, training, and program development.

INTERESTED IN APPLYING?
Send a cover letter and resume to christy.becher@calvarychurch.us