The Student Pastor leads and grows a thriving ministry for students in grades 6-12, inspiring them to follow Jesus and live out their faith. This role is hands-on and forward-looking: building new programs, strengthening existing ones, and equipping students and volunteers for leadership. The Student Pastor will engage directly with students, parents, and the broader community to create meaningful, Christ-centered connections and measurable spiritual growth. One of our core values at Rising Church is Investing in the Next Generation, which we live out each day. We are looking for a passionate individual to join our vibrant community to bring new excitement to our student ministry.
Qualifications
A vibrant, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and commitment to the church’s mission and values.
Proven ability to build programs, develop leaders, and measure impact.
Theological training or equivalent ministry experience (Bachelor’s or Master’s in Youth Ministry, Theology, or related field preferred).
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on student ministry leadership experience.
Excellent communication skills across generations, with students, parents, volunteers, and staff.
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
A heart for relational ministry, humility, and authenticity.
Teachable spirit with a commitment to personal and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Program Development and Leadership
Build and expand dynamic weekly programs:
SURGE (6th-8th) on Wednesday nights
ALTÆR (9th-12th) on Thursday nights
Design and implement Bible studies, discipleship pathways, and small group experiences.
Develop measurable outcomes for student engagement and spiritual growth (attendance, volunteer involvement, student-led initiatives, etc.).
Launch and mentor student leadership teams (8th grade and senior leadership), providing leadership development goals and accountability.
Plan and execute annual retreats, mission trips, and outreach events that challenge students to serve and grow in faith.
Pastoral Care- Be present and proactive in students’ lives, e.g., regularly attending their games, performances, and school events.
Community and Family Engagement
Communicate weekly with parents through newsletters, social media, and personal updates.
Equip parents with resources, workshops, and discussion guides to help them disciple their teens at home.
Engage actively in the community - attending school events, hosting outreach activities, and connecting with unchurched students.
Work Place: On-site
Job Types: Youth Pastor
Employment Type: Full-Time
Denomination: Non-Denominational
Location: Buford, Georgia, United States
Zip Code: 30518
Hours Per Week: 40
Employer Details
RISING Church was founded in 2012 as a non-denominational church. Our mission at RISING is to lead everyone into a deeper and more vibrant relationship with Jesus. We believe that happens best through personal relationships and connections with one another. Two of our core values are "we will invest in the next generation" and "we will be his witnesses." Our senior pastor was in full-time youth ministry for over 2 decades before becoming the senior pastor of RISING. Investing in children and youth is just part of our DNA at RISING! When it comes to being his witnesses, we have what we call "mission partners," 14 organizations and missionaries who are doing God's work both locally and globally whom we support through prayer, finances, and mutual service. Many of these missionaries are former church members who answered Jesus' call to make disciples of all nations. All in all, RISING is a church family that seeks to follow God's lead and direction. We want to do everything with excellence and try new things. We believe God desires to do greater things in us and through us than we could ever ask or imagine. We want to take every person, no matter their age, into a deeper, more vibrant relationship with Christ.
