Student Ministry Pastor

Grace Powell Church

Student Ministry Pastor

About Our Church: Grace Powell Church is located in Powell, Ohio (just north of Columbus), a vibrant and thriving community that is one of the fastest-growing suburbs in Ohio. Additionally, the local Olentangy school system ranks as the 4th largest school system in the state. With an emphasis on bible-based teaching and community outreach, the church has been on a consistent growth trajectory for several years and currently averages nearly 2,000 people during its weekend worship services.

Position Title: Student Ministry Pastor

Reporting Relationship: The Pastor of Student Ministry reports directly to the Lead Pastor and works closely with the Executive Director to implement his ministry initiatives in conjunction with the overall strategy of the church.

Position Summary: The Pastor of Student Ministries provides spiritual leadership in all areas related to students in grades 6 through 12 and their families, while upholding the “Statement of Faith” as outlined in the Grace Powell Church constitution.   

Key Oversight Areas

• Cast vision for all facets of Student Ministry;
• Provide leadership and direction to the Student Ministry Team in coordinating the weekly schedule that incorporates fellowship, worship, spiritual growth and active evangelism;
• Develop a long-term curriculum that exposes students to the Word of God in multiple ways in order to fully develop and enhance their spiritual walk;
• Oversee the necessary administrative tasks to implement the ministry, including volunteer recruitment, activity planning, data collection, communication, etc.;
• Disciple and train a staff of adult volunteer workers to assume leadership roles in the ministry;
• Teach weekly and/or oversee lesson planning with other adult volunteer leaders;
• Meet with students and disciple them in their spiritual growth;
• Follow up with parents to encourage and receive feedback; and
• Plan and coordinate all activities related to student events, retreats, summer trips and other outreach events.

Other Administrative Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend weekly staff meeting and separate Pastoral meetings;
• Create and implement annual Student Ministry budgets in conjunction with the Executive Director;
• Provide Student Ministry information for the Grace Powell Church website;
• Oversee production of Student Ministry promotional materials (both written and video);
• Be responsible for keeping Student Ministry functions and activities in agreement with all church policies; and
• Work closely with other ministry leaders to ensure a coordinated approach to the needs of the entire church family.

Contact Information

·        Inquires and/or questions about this position or resumes from interested candidates should be directed to the Executive Director at davidc@gracepowellchurch.com.

Grace Powell Church is about growing as disciples of Jesus, and reaching as disciple-makers for Jesus.