Ministry Jobs in Minnesota

Worship Arts Campus Pastor/Director

Riverside Church

Big Lake,, MN

Riverside Church is in search of a Worship Arts Campus Pastor/Director that will embrace and partner with our mission and vision. This individual would join the Creative & Tech Arts team in developing, maintaining and overseeing a relevant effective ministry for a growing multisite church. This individual will partner in building and leading volunteer teams that are serving and ministering to the local church through the arts/tech. The position will be part of developing, leading and producing worship services at multiple campuses to engage the hearts of worshipers in meaningful, life-changing ways. Candidate must have a strong personal commitment to Jesus Christ evidenced in lifestyle, personal relationships, commitment to the church and work ethic. They must also demonstrate spiritual maturity and character consistent with the Biblical requirements for leadership and worship and have a heart and passion for reaching the lost. Team Facilitation: Responsible for helping recruit and train volunteer teams to lead and / or participate in all creative arts and tech ministry areas. Will also help identify and plan for the gaps between where we currently are and where we need to go, and participate in implementing the logical "next steps”. Skills, Abilities & Education: - Excellent up-front worship leader in large public setting; with advanced skill levels in vocals, guitar and keyboard with the ability to lead an effective rehearsal for both vocalists and band members. - Desire a high level working knowledge of all aspects of video, including: pre-production, shooting, editing, audio, lighting, and post-production - A 4-year degree is preferred from an accredited college or university, preferably a music major/minor. - Competent at reading and arranging music as needed for teams. - Experience in a modern musical style. - A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the ministry focus areas of this position. - Able to create, grow, and sustain a strong, vibrant volunteer culture. - Significant academic training in Bible and theology is strongly preferred. - Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills that reach across generational barriers. - Can lead, follow and thrive in a larger team-based environment. - Ability to multi-task quickly with good decision making skills and a commitment to excellence. Please provide any video you have to support your resume and send to: Employment@MyRC.Church

Student Ministry Pastor

Parkside Church

Waconia, MN

Pastor of Student Ministries Parkside Church, Waconia MN www.parksidemn.org Position Title: Pastor of Student Ministries Immediate Supervisor: Associate Pastor Parkside Church is part of the Christian & Missionary Alliance and is committed to helping people love God and make disciples who make disciples. With an average Sunday attendance of approximately 300 people and a current youth group of 30 students, Parkside Church is pursuing practices that deepen spiritual formation, authentic community, and Kingdom impact in Waconia and the surrounding communities. We are seeking a full time Pastor of Student Ministries who loves Jesus, loves students, and is eager to build a transformational and growing ministry that reaches middle school and high school students. This role focuses on creating environments where students encounter Jesus, grow as disciples, develop lasting relationships, and learn to live on mission. The Pastor of Student Ministries will equip volunteers, partner with parents, engage the community and build a Christ-centered culture of belonging and spiritual growth. Responsibilities 1. Vision & Leadership • Develop and communicate a compelling, Spirit-led vision for youth ministry aligned with Parkside’s mission and values. • Establish a healthy culture of discipleship, worship, community, and outreach. • Provide leadership to grow youth ministry in both depth and reach. 2. Weekly Youth Programming • Plan and lead separate weekly middle school and high school gatherings that are biblically grounded, engaging, and welcoming to new students. • Serve as the primary teacher of Scripture in ways that connect with students and encourage real-life application. • Integrate small groups, worship, relational connection, and student participation into weekly programs. 3. Discipleship & Spiritual Formation • Develop where appropriate, personal, pastoral, relational discipleship connections and spiritual formation can take root individually and across all student groupings without favoritism. • Create a clear discipleship pathway for students at all stages of spiritual maturity – utilizing John Mark Comers Practicing the Way as a foundational understanding of being with Jesus, becoming like him, and doing as he did. • Develop small group structures and mentoring relationships. • Provide and fully engage retreats, service opportunities, mission experiences, and leadership development environments. 4. Volunteer Recruitment & Development • Recruit, train, equip, and encourage a team of adult youth leaders, drawing from both the Parkside Church body and Crown College students or those within proximity. • Empower leaders to build relationships, disciple students, and facilitate small groups. • Maintain consistent communication, coaching, and appreciation for volunteers. 5. Parent & Family Partnership • Maintain regular communication with parents regarding ministry events, vision, teaching themes, and helpful discipleship resources. • Support and encourage parents as the primary spiritual influencers in their student’s life. 6. Outreach & Community Engagement • Build relationships within local schools, area sports teams, student interest groups and community spaces. • Create welcoming, relational, and invitational environments for unchurched and dechurched students. • Plan outreach events designed to expand the reach of the youth ministry. • Encourage student-led relational evangelism and peer invitation. 7. Administration & Organization • Manage the youth ministry budget with excellent accountability, integrity and stewardship. • Oversee and engage healthy communication channels (email, church website/app, social media). • Plan retreats, mission trips, service projects, and special events. • Ensure adherence to Parkside and C&MA child protection policies, including background checks and safety protocols. • Maintain a reliable and organized ministry calendar. Qualifications 1. Spiritual • A personal, healthy and growing relationship with Jesus Christ. • Commitment to the mission, purpose, vision, doctrine, and ministry philosophy of Parkside Church and the Christian & Missionary Alliance. • A lifestyle marked by integrity, humility, teachability, and the fruit of the Spirit. 2. Professional • Bachelor’s degree in ministry, youth ministry, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience). • Relevant and vital experience working with youth in a church or ministry context. • Strong communication, teaching, and interpersonal skills. • Proven ability to lead, recruit, develop, and care for volunteers. • Ability to build trust and rapport with both students and parents. • Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities. • Accredited with or willing to be accredited with the C&MA. • Consecrated & ordained with or willing to be with the C&MA. Work Week • Full-time salaried, exempt (40+ hours a week, as required for healthy living) • Includes weekly youth gatherings, Sunday mornings, office hours, and special events/retreats. • Occasional Friday & Saturday Special Events • Holiday Services (All staff expectation) Compensation • Salary & Housing: Will be based on experience, education, and qualifications. • Benefits: PTO; health care stipend; retirement match; cell phone allowance, expense reimbursement plan. To Apply Submit via attached pdf file: • Cover letter on why this position is of interest to you • Current Resume

Director of Kids Ministry

Bethel Church

Owatonna, MN

$50,000 - $60,000

Job Title: Director of Kids Ministry (Full- time) Location: Bethel Church, Owatonna, MN Salary: $50,000-$60,000 Reports to: Adult Ministry Pastor Our Heart We love helping kids and families enjoy Jesus and join Him in His mission. At Bethel, we want to help more people—especially the next generation—to become fully devoted followers of Christ. Role Summary The Director of Kids Ministry leads a vibrant, gospel-centered ministry for birth–5th grade, championing kids’ discipleship, parent partnership, and volunteer teams so that children encounter Jesus and grow as lifelong followers. What You will do Lead Kids Ministry (Midweek & Sundays) - Design and lead engaging, Christ-centered environments for K–5 (midweek) and birth–5th (Sundays). - Select and implement Biblical curriculum that helps kids understand the gospel thread throughout scripture and how it fits together. - Teach kids the Bible in fun and relevant ways helping kids know, love, and follow Jesus. - Build joyful, safe spaces where kids are known, loved, and eager to bring their friends. Build & Equip Teams - Recruit, train, and care for strong volunteer teams; nursery-5th grade on Sundays and k-5th grade on Wednesdays. - Develop leaders who invest relationally in kids and multiply ministry impact. - Oversee curriculum, communication, registration, and safety procedures. - Coordinate schedules, events, and communication with Student and Adult Ministry teams. Partner With Parents - Equip parents as the primary spiritual leaders in their homes with tools, coaching, and encouragement. - Communicate clearly about what kids are learning and how families can continue the conversation at home. Lead Events & Outreach - Plan and direct key events (VBS, camps, Christmas, Easter, outreach events). - Create fun, welcoming on ramps for new kids and families to connect with Bethel and the gospel. Provide Strategic Leadership - Set vision, goals, and strategies for kid’s ministry that align with Bethel’s mission and values. - Oversee budget, safety systems, and check-in procedures. - Contribute as a collaborative member of the staff team (meetings, planning, cross-ministry alignment). - Ability and willingness to perform other duties as assigned. What We’re Looking For - A growing relationship with Jesus, marked by humility, integrity, and love for the Church. - Passion for children’s discipleship and helping families follow Jesus together. - Strong leadership, organization, and team-building skills. - Clear, warm communication with kids, parents, volunteers, and staff. - Wisdom and discretion in sensitive ministry situations. - Kids Ministry experience and/or a relevant bachelor’s degree (ministry, education, or similar) preferred. Role Details & Benefits - Full-time (salary commensurate with experience) - 18 days PTO per year (up to 6 Sundays) - 3% IRA match - Disability and life insurance - Continuing education and ministry budgets - Church-supported professional development and conferences If you love Jesus, love kids, and love equipping families and teams, we’d love to talk with you.

Women's Ministry Director

Berean Baptist Church

Burnsville, MN

$50,400

Women’s Ministry at Berean serves the purpose of helping women connect with God, with others and with one’s purpose providing community, ministering to the needs of and equipping them in their role as Christian women. In partnership with our ROOTED Small Group Ministry, Men’s, Marriage and Care Ministries, this ministry provides a more specific/focused role in the discipleship process of Berean. This is a three-quarter-time position (32 hours) and reports to the Pastor of Adult Ministries. Job Responsibilities Essential duties: - A leader who cares for and communicates often and well with the needs of her ministry - A capable teacher of God’s Word - Stimulates the prayer and spiritual health of women of all ages and stages - Leads and values caring for both the churched and unchurched - Recruits, leads, and builds a multiplying leadership team through teaching, bible studies, prayer, and the planning of special gatherings - Equip and lead a team of small group leaders that connect with, challenge, and mentor women toward intentional “what’s next” spiritual growth - Represents Berean’s vision through campus activities and communications - Plans, promotes and engages with Women’s Ministry gatherings and retreats - Leads and oversees multi-generational women’s mentoring Other duties: - Partners with Adult Ministries of Small Groups, Men’s, Marriage and Care Ministries in its mission to connect the church and home in impacting the younger generation. - Unite with local outreach ministries for impact outside Bereans walls Knowledge, skills, and abilities Faith-Based - A personal relationship with Jesus Christ - Evidence of growing maturity as a disciple of Christ - Humility, a servant leader - Values and leads in the rhythm of prayer in ministry - Experienced in mentoring and multiplying others to mentor - Agreement with Berean Baptist Church statement of faith - A member of or actively pursuing membership at Berean Baptist Church - Committed to weekly attendance at Berean Baptist Church - Philosophical alignment with Berean’s leadership and theology Education - Bachelors or advanced degree Professional - Professional relational and interpersonal skills - Capable in oral and written communication skills - Casts vision for and represent Women’s Ministry within and outside of Berean - Demonstrated ability to lead a ministry, identify and equip volunteers, and coordinate effective studies and events - Works well with and appreciates team collaboration. - Proven ability to problem-solve and make rational decisions; handle sensitive issues while maintaining confidentiality and trust - A supportive presence who prioritizes staff chapel and staff gatherings - The adeptness to work effectively with a variety of personalities, cultures, and multiple generations - Ability to budget and manage ministry expenses Work Conditions Physical Characteristics - Working in person with limited flexibility for remote work - Involves some light lifting, up to 20 pounds, and managing supplies for storage - Ability to stand and walk around the building for several hours when facilitating or leading Hours Office hours are generally during weekdays. Additional hours include evenings and some weekends based on seasonal studies, women’s special events, and church events, such as partnering with local outreach efforts, conferences, and concerts. Benefits - 403(b) retirement plan - PTO - Life, AD&D, STD & LTD - Medical, dental - Holiday pay

Worship Director/Pastor

Woodcrest Church

Eagan, MN

$55,000 - $80,000

Job Description: *Please send all contact (resume) information to john.anderson@woodcrestchurch.org Position Summary The Worship Director at Woodcrest Church provides visionary and hands-on leadership for worship, helping create environments where people long to encounter God every time we gather, relying upon the Holy Spirit. This role is central to advancing our mission of relentlessly pursuing authentic relationships with Jesus, one another, and our community. The Worship Director will cultivate a Spirit-led, Christ-centered worship culture, lead engaging weekly services, and oversee the technical aspects that support worship gatherings. This individual is both a leader and developer of people—building teams, discipling volunteers, and fostering a culture of excellence, unity, and authenticity. Primary Responsibilities Worship Leadership & Planning - Plan, organize, and lead engaging weekly worship services in collaboration with the Lead Pastor and staff team - Plan and lead mid-week youth worship during the school year with the Associate Pastor. - Select music that is biblically grounded, theologically rich, and accessible for congregational worship - Lead rehearsals that are both spiritually meaningful and musically excellent - Help shape a worship culture that prioritizes participation, authenticity, and spiritual engagement Team Development & Discipleship - Recruit, train, and disciple worship team members (musicians and vocalists) - Build a healthy team culture rooted in encouragement, accountability, and spiritual growth - Develop leaders within the ministry and create pathways for new volunteers to get involved - Provide coaching, feedback, and intentional leadership development Technical Oversight - Provide vision and supervision for technical aspects of worship gatherings, including: - Audio (front-of-house and monitors) - Lighting - Presentation software and media systems - Oversee the recruitment and training of volunteer tech teams - Ensure systems are maintained, organized, and functioning with excellence - Lead troubleshooting efforts and implement systems that promote consistency and reliability - Collaborate with church leadership on future upgrades and long-term vision Creative Collaboration - Partner with the Lead Pastor and staff to design cohesive, meaningful, and impactful worship services - Contribute to the creative direction of services including flow, visuals, and special elements - Align worship planning with sermon series and overall church direction Additional Ministry Responsibilities At Woodcrest Church, we believe ministry is shared and collaborative. Based on gifting, passion, and church needs, this role will include additional ministry leadership such as: - Small groups or discipleship initiatives - Community outreach and engagement - Next-generation or family ministry involvement This ensures the Worship Director is fully integrated into the life and mission of the church. Qualifications - A growing and vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ - A life that reflects spiritual maturity, humility, and a heart for ministry - Strong vocal ability with proficiency in guitar or piano - Experience leading worship in a church or similar ministry setting - Working knowledge of worship technology and systems - Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills - A passion for building teams and developing people - Alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Woodcrest Church What It’s Like to Live in Eagan & the South Metro Woodcrest Church is located in Eagan, a thriving community in the south metro area of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. This region offers a unique blend of opportunity, livability, and ministry impact: - Family-Friendly Community: Eagan is known for excellent schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community - Outdoor Lifestyle: With access to beautiful parks, lakes, and trails—including Lebanon Hills Regional Park—there are abundant opportunities for recreation year-round - Convenient Access: Located just minutes from both Minneapolis and Saint Paul, and near Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport - Growing Mission Field: The south metro is home to a diverse and expanding population, especially young families—creating meaningful opportunities to live out the mission of reaching our community - Four Distinct Seasons: Enjoy vibrant summers, colorful falls, snowy winters, and refreshing springs This is a strategic and exciting place to live, serve, and make a lasting impact. Why This Role Matters At Woodcrest Church, worship is more than music—it’s about creating moments where people encounter Jesus, grow in authentic relationships, and take steps of faith. The Compensation & Benefits: - Salary: $55,000–$80,000 (commensurate with experience) - Health insurance stipend - Retirement contribution To Apply Please submit below information to john.anderson@woodcrestchurch.org: Resume - Links to video samples of you leading worship - Brief statement of your testimony and ministry philosophy

Pastor of Worship and Youth

Bethel Church

Mankato, MN

$40,000 - $50,000

Pastor for Worship and Student Ministries Position Overview: The Pastor for Worship and Student Ministries is a key leadership role responsible for providing guidance, support, and direction to both Worship Ministries and Student Ministries (6th-12th grade) within our congregation. This individual will play a vital role in fostering spiritual growth, worship experiences, and discipleship among our church community. Responsibilities: Worship Ministries: - Lead and coordinate worship services, ensuring a spiritually enriching and engaging experience for the congregation. - Oversee worship teams, including musicians, vocalists, and technical support, providing guidance and mentorship. - Collaborate with the pastoral team to integrate worship into the overall church vision and mission. - Organize and facilitate rehearsals, ensuring excellence in musical and technical aspects of worship. Student Ministries (6th-12th grade): - Develop and implement a holistic discipleship program for students, focusing on spiritual growth, biblical understanding, and character development. - Coordinate and lead regular gatherings, events, and activities for students to foster a sense of community and connection. - Recruit, train, and support volunteers for student ministries, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. - Provide pastoral care and support to students, addressing their spiritual and personal needs. Collaboration and Communication: - Work collaboratively with other leaders and church staff to align ministries with the overall vision and goals of the church. - Effectively communicate with parents, volunteers, and the broader congregation about worship and student ministry activities. - Participate in pastoral meetings, contributing to the planning and coordination of church-wide initiatives. Qualifications: - Bachelor's equivalent in biblical studies or a related field required. Master's degree in biblical studies or a related field (preferred). - Demonstrated experience in leading worship services and managing worship teams. - Proven track record in ministering to students and guiding them in their spiritual journey. - Strong organizational and communication skills. - Ability to work effectively within a collaborative pastoral team. Application Process: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and references to office@bethelmankato.com. The application deadline is June 1st.

Director of Worship and Production

Grace Church

Eden Prairie, MN

$70,000 - $85,000

Grace Church is seeking a Senior Director of Worship and Production to provide pastoral and creative leadership for worship across our main campus and multisite locations. This role oversees worship teams, production staff, and the overall Sunday experience. The ideal candidate is a coach of coaches — someone who leads with excellence, develops team members, and creates environments where people encounter God.