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MinistryHub is honored to partner with Lake Ridge Christian Church in their search for a Student Pastor. Please direct all applications through MinistryHub and any inquiries to [email protected].

Lead, Disciple and Grow The Next Generation!

Do you feel called to walk with students in their faith journey? Can you see yourself leading a gospel-centered, relationship-driven student ministry? Are you energized by the chance to disciple and invest in 30+ students?

Lake Ridge Christian Church in Paris, Illinois is seeking a full-time Student Pastor to lead our ministry to 6th–12th grade students. We’re not looking just for a program director — we’re looking for a shepherd, a leader, and a builder. This is a unique opportunity to pour into students, partner with families, and raise up the next generation of Christ-followers in a church that’s committed to your success and development as a ministry leader.

Why Lake Ridge?

Lake Ridge is a non-denominational church with an average attendance of 300. We exist to help people follow Jesus — in every season and stage of life. We’re serious about the Bible, joyful in our worship, and unified in our mission.

As a staff, we function as a team. We’re committed to collaboration, clear communication, and creating space for each person to lead out of their gifting. You’ll be supported by an experienced Lead Pastor, a passionate ministry team, and a group of volunteers who genuinely love students and want to serve with you.

What You’ll Do

As Student Pastor, you’ll lead and shape the student ministry in a way that’s spiritually rich, relationally strong, and outwardly focused. You will:

• Disciple students by teaching God’s Word, building trust, and creating space for honest conversations and spiritual growth.
• Lead weekly environments (large group and small group) that are biblically faithful, engaging, and tailored to students’ real lives.
• Recruit, train, and develop volunteers — equipping others to shepherd students alongside you.
• Connect with parents to support them as the primary spiritual influence in their kids’ lives.
• Coordinate retreats, trips, and service opportunities that help students grow in faith and community.
• Collaborate with the broader church staff to align the student ministry with the overall mission and vision of Lake Ridge.

Who You Are

You’re someone who:

• Is relational — you connect easily with students and adults alike.
• Is biblically grounded — you love God’s Word and can teach it clearly and compellingly.
• Is humble and hungry — you take initiative, listen well, and are always learning.
• Is organized and dependable — you follow through and communicate clearly.
• Is team-minded — you know ministry is better when done together.

What You Bring

Must-Haves:

• A vibrant and growing relationship with Jesus.
• A sense of calling to student ministry.
• Experience leading or serving in a student ministry setting.
• Strong communication and relational skills.
• Alignment with Lake Ridge’s mission, theology, and culture.

Preferred:

• Degree in ministry, theology, or a related field.
• Experience building or scaling a ministry team.

What We Offer

• Salary: $35-40,000 (Depending on Experience).
• Retirement contribution.
• Cell phone coverage.
• Professional expenses (books, mileage, tools).
• Conference and leadership development allowance.
• A supportive team, strong volunteer base, and a healthy church culture.