Southwest Community Church

Next Generation Pastor

Full-Time · $50,000 - $65,000

Position Summary Southwest Community Church is prayerfully seeking a gifted, called, and theologically grounded Next Generation Pastor to lead and shepherd our ministries from birth through college age. As our church grows and prepares to move into a new facility, we are looking for a full-time leader who can provide vision, care, and direction for the next generation. Primary Responsibilities - Lead Student Ministry: Provide direct leadership for middle and high school ministry, including weekly gatherings, small groups, discipleship, student relationships, and special events. - Develop Next Generation Ministries: Work with staff and ministry leaders to strengthen a clear discipleship pathway from childhood through young adulthood. - Equip Leaders and Parents: Recruit, train, and shepherd volunteers across all Next Generation ministries. Build partnerships with parents, equipping them as disciple-makers in their homes. - Create Healthy Ministry Environments: Cultivate safe, welcoming, Christ-centered spaces where children, students, and young adults can grow in biblical truth, community, and faith. - Clear Communication: Maintain clear, consistent communication with families, volunteers, and staff through social media, email, and churchwide tools. - Ministry Stewardship: Oversee ministry planning, calendars, budgets, and special events—including camps, retreats, and mission trips. - Churchwide Partnership: Partner with pastors and staff to align Next Generation ministries with SWCC’s mission, vision, and leadership philosophy. Qualifications & Character - Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ, a consistent Christian walk, and a heart for discipleship. - Firm alignment with SBC theology and SWCC’s mission, vision, and leadership philosophy. - Strong teaching, leadership, and theological discernment. - Ability to communicate and navigate conflict with wisdom and care. - Ability to build teams, develop leaders, and care well for people. - Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple ministry areas. - Willingness to become a member of SWCC upon hire or within an agreed-upon timeframe. Education & Experience - Undergraduate degree required. - Theological or seminary training preferred. - 3–5+ years of fruitful ministry experience in a church setting preferred. To Apply Submit your résumé, cover letter, sermon link (if possible), and three professional references to: amoore@swroanoke.com.