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MinistryHub

Youth Pastor

Saint Clair, MO · On-site

Roots Church is looking for a leader who can pastor students, build strong volunteer teams, partner well with parents, and help create a ministry culture where students are loved, discipled, and ...

Central Christian Church

Campus Pastor

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

Campus Pastor Campus: Gilbert Reports to: Executive Pastor Status: Full-time, Exempt Job Overview ... Volunteer Development : Coach staff to Invite, Equip, and Engage volunteer leaders to serve and ...

North Church

Youth Pastor

Spokane, WA · On-site

* Click HERE for a video of our Lead Pastor welcoming you to North Church! * Click HERE for a ... Leading teams of volunteers and ensuring a healthy and vibrant culture * Serving with kids on ...

Victory Church

Campus Pastor

Broomfield, CO · On-site

Senior Pastor Position Description: The Campus Pastor position exists to execute the vision of ... Lead relationship development with campus volunteers and leadership teams * Oversee outreach ...

Cedar Mill Bible Church

Youth Pastor

Portland, OR · On-site

Youth Pastor Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Location: Cedar Mill Bible Church Works With ... Recruit and train adult volunteers to mentor and disciple young people * Offer pastoral support in ...

Slingshot Group

Campus Pastor

Brentwood, TN

Provide oversight, equipping, and supervision of campus ministry staff and volunteers, clearly ... Work with Executive Pastors to establish campus processes, systems, budgets, staffing models, and ...

Indian Rocks Church

Campus Pastor

Largo, FL · On-site

The Campus Pastor serves as the primary spiritual leader, face, and shepherd of the local ... The ideal candidate will build and lead volunteer teams, provide pastoral care, drive community ...

Victory Church

Campus Pastor

Westminster, CO · On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Senior Pastor Position Description: The Campus Pastor position exists to execute the vision of ... Lead relationship development with campus volunteers and leadership teams * Oversee outreach ...

Cedar Mill Bible Church

Youth Pastor

Portland, OR · On-site

Youth Pastor Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Location: Cedar Mill Bible Church Works With ... Recruit and train adult volunteers to mentor and disciple young people * Offer pastoral support in ...

North Church

Youth Pastor

Spokane, WA · On-site

Click HERE for a video of our Lead Pastor welcoming you to North Church! * Click HERE for a ... Leading teams of volunteers and ensuring a healthy and vibrant culture * Serving with kids on ...

BAYSIDE CHURCH

Kids Pastor

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

Kids Pastor Location: Santa Rosa Campus Reports to: Lead Campus Pastor FLSA Status: Exempt ... This role champions the discipleship of the next generation by building strong volunteer teams ...

White Chapel Church

Be Seen First

Youth Pastor

South Daytona, FL · On-site

$38K - $45K/yr

Youth Pastor Reports To: Lead Pastor Classification: Full-Time Compensation: $38,000-$45,000 ... Ensure all volunteers follow church safety and background check policies Events & Outreach * Plan ...

Bayside Church

Kids Pastor

Santa Rosa, CA · On-site

Kids Pastor Location: Santa Rosa Campus Reports to: Lead Campus Pastor FLSA Status: Exempt ... This role champions the discipleship of the next generation by building strong volunteer teams ...

Peoples Church - Fresno, CA

Student Pastor

Fresno, CA

$70K - $85K/yr

This pastor will inherit a healthy ministry with its own standalone building, offices, a cafe ... Steward the Student Ministry's staff, volunteer base, building, and budget with care and ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer pastor in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a volunteer pastor?

A Volunteer Pastor is a clergy member who serves a church or ministry without receiving financial compensation. They may perform duties such as preaching, pastoral care, counseling, leading worship services, and supporting church programs. Often, Volunteer Pastors have full-time jobs elsewhere but feel called to serve in a ministerial role. Their responsibilities vary based on the needs of the church and their personal availability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a volunteer pastor?

To thrive as a Volunteer Pastor, you need a solid understanding of theology, pastoral care, and the ability to lead worship services, often supported by relevant ministry training or seminary coursework. Familiarity with church management software, Bible study resources, and communication tools like email or social media is frequently beneficial. Compassion, strong interpersonal skills, and effective public speaking set candidates apart. These abilities enable you to connect deeply with congregants, provide meaningful support, and facilitate a cohesive church community.

What are the typical responsibilities of a volunteer pastor?

Volunteer Pastors often lead or assist in weekly worship services, organize and teach Bible study groups, and provide spiritual counseling or support to congregation members. They frequently collaborate with church staff and other volunteers to coordinate outreach programs, community events, or youth activities. Time is also spent preparing sermons, praying with individuals or families, and supporting the church’s pastoral care needs. As a volunteer role, the schedule can be flexible, but commitment to regular leadership and availability to the community is highly valued.

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Youth Pastor

MinistryHub

Saint Clair, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, PTO

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Job description

MinistryHub is honored to partner with Roots Church in their search for a Youth Pastor. Please direct all applications through MinistryHub and any inquiries to .
Are you passionate about helping the next generation follow Jesus?
Do you love building teams, developing leaders, and creating ministry environments where students feel known, cared for, and challenged to grow?
Are you energized by the opportunity to step into a growing church with strong momentum, a committed volunteer team, and a clear need for pastoral leadership among middle school and high school students?
The Opportunity
Roots Church is seeking a Youth Pastor to lead and strengthen rootsYOUTH, our ministry to middle school and high school students.
Roots Church is looking for a leader who can pastor students, build strong volunteer teams, partner well with parents, and help create a ministry culture where students are loved, discipled, and equipped to follow Jesus.
Who We Are
Roots Church is a thriving, non-denominational church in St. Clair, Missouri with a mission to be a church that truly cares for people.
We are a go-big, all-in church committed to seeing changed lives change lives. Our culture values excellence, honor, passion, generosity, Biblical truth, and meaningful community.
Roots is currently reaching 1,000 people every weekend, with strong momentum among young families. Our weekend experiences are growing, Roots Kids is thriving, small groups are strong, and our Dream Team culture continues to expand.
The Position
The Youth Pastor will provide pastoral leadership to rootsYOUTH, helping middle school and high school students grow in their relationship with Jesus, connect in meaningful community, and take next steps in faith, serving, and spiritual maturity.
rootsYOUTH currently serves students through a weekly Wednesday night gathering. The ministry has a committed volunteer team, great facilities, and significant growth potential.
This is an opportunity to step into a healthy, existing ministry and bring fresh leadership, pastoral presence, teaching, structure, and vision.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead rootsYOUTH with Vision and Pastoral Care
  • Oversee the ministry to middle school and high school students.
  • Create a safe, welcoming, fun, and spiritually meaningful environment where students can grow closer to Jesus.
  • Teach and communicate in a way that connects with students and helps them apply biblical truth to everyday life.
  • Build relationships with students through Wednesday gatherings, weekend experiences, events, and presence in their lives outside the church building.
  • Help students take next steps in faith, community, serving, and spiritual maturity.
Build and Develop Volunteer Leaders
  • Recruit, onboard, train, encourage, and pray for rootsYOUTH volunteers.
  • Lead the rootsYOUTH team with clarity, consistency, and care.
  • Develop leaders who take ownership of the ministry, care for students well, and help create a healthy team culture.
  • Plan ahead with the team, communicate clearly, and ensure volunteers are equipped for each gathering and event.
  • Create a culture where leaders are growing spiritually, relationally, and practically.
Partner with Parents and Families
  • Communicate consistently and professionally with parents and guardians.
  • Build trust with families by being accessible, responsive, and pastoral.
  • Support parents as they disciple their students and navigate challenges with wisdom and care.
  • Work with staff and ministry leaders to help families feel known, supported, and connected to the broader life of Roots Church.
Strengthen Systems, Structure, and Excellence
  • Oversee curriculum, teaching plans, gathering flow, supplies, purchases, and ministry environments for rootsYOUTH.
  • Ensure Wednesday gatherings and related ministry events are well-planned, well-led, and aligned with the culture of Roots Church.
  • Work within the annual ministry budget.
  • Maintain clean, organized, and excellent ministry spaces.
  • Help evaluate and improve systems, forms, processes, manuals, and team communication.
Staff and Church Engagement
  • Participate fully as a member of the Roots Church staff team.
  • Connect regularly with this role's direct report, the Executive Pastor.
  • Attend weekly staff meetings, devotional rhythms, Dream Team Nights, Area Coach meetings, and key church gatherings.
  • Support the broader mission and culture of Roots Church.
  • Be present and engaged during weekend experiences and ministry events.
  • Model the values, language, culture, and expectations of Roots Church.

What Success Looks Like
A successful Youth Pastor at Roots will help create a ministry where:
  • Students feel known, loved, challenged, and excited to be part of rootsYOUTH.
  • Parents trust the ministry and feel supported.
  • Volunteers are consistent, equipped, encouraged, and growing.
  • The team takes ownership instead of waiting for one person to do everything.
  • Student gatherings are engaging, organized, and spiritually meaningful.
  • Students are taking next steps in their relationship with Jesus.
  • Future leaders are being identified, developed, and released.
At Roots, winning is not only about attendance. It is about shepherding people well, developing leaders, building healthy teams, and executing ministry with excellence.
Who Will Thrive Here
The right candidate will likely be:
  • Relational and pastoral, not merely program-driven.
  • Passionate about students, families, and next-generation discipleship.
  • A strong communicator who can teach students in an engaging and biblical way.
  • A team-builder who can recruit, train, empower, and encourage volunteers.
  • Flexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced, growing church environment.
  • Teachable, aligned, and able to honor leadership while bringing fresh ideas.
  • Self-motivated and able to manage responsibilities without constant supervision.
  • Committed to excellence without becoming rigid or impersonal.
  • Comfortable being out with people, not just working from behind a desk.
  • Interested in long-term ministry, leadership development, and future growth.

Qualifications
Spiritual and Theological Alignment
  • A personal, active, and growing relationship with Jesus.
  • Agreement with the beliefs, values, and ministry approach of Roots Church.
  • Commitment to biblical authority, spiritual growth, and Spirit-empowered ministry.
  • A life marked by spiritual and emotional health.
  • A passion for the gospel and a desire to help students and families follow Jesus.
Ministry Experience
  • Experience leading in student ministry, next-generation ministry, or a comparable ministry environment.
  • Ability to teach Scripture in a way that is clear, engaging, and age-appropriate.
  • Experience recruiting, developing, and leading volunteers.
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships with students, parents, and leaders.
Leadership and Character
  • Strong communication skills.
  • High follow-through and personal responsibility.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional discernment.
  • Positive, energetic, and solution-oriented attitude.
  • Willingness to be flexible, creative, and responsive in a growing church.
  • A teachable spirit and strong alignment with the leadership culture of Roots.
  • Formal ministry education is welcome, but practical ministry experience, leadership ability, teachability, and cultural fit are especially important.

Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000, depending on experience
Benefits include:
  • Health insurance
  • Housing allowance
  • Paid time off
  • Flex spending
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