Baptist – SBC

WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 2,500

Meet First Baptist Church Bryan

First Baptist Church Bryan is a Christ-centered, Bible-believing church with a mission to “Make Jesus Christ our all and share Him with all.” Offering Traditional, Contemporary, and Spanish worship services, the church creates space for multi-generational connection and spiritual growth. Through GroupLife classes, midweek studies, and missions, FBC Bryan invites people to gather in worship, grow in discipleship, and go serve both locally and globally. With a welcoming environment, strong pastoral leadership, and a focus on gospel-centered community, FBC Bryan is a place where individuals and families can find purpose, belonging, and opportunities to live out their faith.

About the College Pastor

We are seeking a dynamic, relational, and spiritually mature College Pastor to lead, shepherd, and grow our thriving college ministry. The ideal candidate will have a heart for evangelism and discipleship, a strong understanding of college culture (especially within the Texas A&M context), and the ability to lead and develop student leaders and volunteers

The College Pastor’s responsibilities include:

• Provide visionary leadership and direction for the college ministry.

• Teach regularly in large group settings with clarity, depth, and Gospel-centered focus.

• Develop and disciple student leaders and volunteers.

• Create opportunities for outreach, evangelism, and community engagement on the Texas A&M campus and beyond.

• Foster meaningful relationships with students through presence, pastoral care, and mentoring.

• Collaborate with church staff to integrate college ministry into the broader mission of the church.

• Plan and execute events, retreats, mission trips, and service opportunities.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the College Pastor:

• A growing, personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a life marked by spiritual maturity and integrity.
• Passion for reaching and discipling college students.
• Bachelor’s degree required; theological education or seminary preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in college or student ministry preferred.
• Experience working at a large church would be beneficial.
• Excellent communication and teaching skills.
• Ability to recruit, train, and lead teams of volunteers.
• A strong understanding of college ministry trends and challenges, especially within a public university setting like Texas A&M.

What it’s like to live in Bryan, TX

Bryan, Texas, is a welcoming and family-friendly community where faith, tradition, and Southern hospitality come together. With its charming historic downtown, close proximity to Texas A&M University, and a strong network of local churches, including First Baptist Bryan, it offers a rich environment for spiritual growth, service, and meaningful relationships. Whether you’re raising a family, pursuing education, or simply looking for a place to belong, Bryan provides a peaceful pace of life and countless opportunities to connect, serve, and thrive in a Christ-centered community.