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Meet First Baptist Church Midland

First Baptist Church Midland is a welcoming, diverse community where people from all walks of life gather each Sunday to explore the beauty, truth, and relevance of Jesus through worship, teaching, and fellowship. Whether you’re a lifelong believer, someone with questions, or simply curious, FBC Midland strives to be a place where everyone feels invited and valued. The church offers opportunities to plan your visit, join Sunday services, and connect with others as part of a faith community rooted in biblical teaching.

At FBC Midland you’ll find a clear presentation of the gospel and practical next steps for spiritual growth, as well as ways to request prayer or speak with church leaders for support and guidance. With ministries for all ages and stages of life, the church seeks to help individuals and families grow in faith and engage with God’s truth. 

About the Student Minister

Our Student Minister leads the charge in reaching and discipling the next generation, from middle school through the college years. By designing engaging programs and fostering mentorship, they help students encounter Jesus, grow in their faith, and find their place in the body of Christ. This role balances administrative excellence with a heart for ministry, ensuring every student is seen, supported, and challenged to live out the Gospel.

The Student Minister's responsibilities include:

• Develop and lead in providing a vision for Student Ministry that collaborates with the vision of the Church. Evaluate progress of the vision a minimum of two times a year through surveys given to students, parents and volunteer leadership.
• Recruit, enlist, train, and develop volunteer leadership in the Student Ministry.
• Serve as a resource person for volunteer leadership concerning teaching materials, media, and available ministry tools. Aid in securing resources for the Student Ministry as needed.
• Work with Grade Teachers and Leaders to minister to the needs of every teenager on our Sunday School Roll, plus each visitor, and prospective member.
• Lead out in helping parents disciple their students.
• Lead in the development/coordination of an evangelistic outreach ministry at all times.
• Coordinate the planning, and implementation of ministry experiences to provide students and families an avenue to be Ministers of the Gospel.
• Work with student staff members to establish a team and to establish accountability for how the team will model Jesus Christ.
• Prepare, submit and administer the budget for the Student Ministry.
• Be the staff administrative director of college ministry planning by working with a volunteer team to carry out the college ministry.
• Support the ongoing ministry of the church and lead by example through faithfulness in tithing and worship attendance.
• Develop personal spiritual growth through a regular program of prayer and Bible study.
• Accept any other responsibilities assigned by the Business Administrator and the Pastor.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Student Minister:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3 to 5 years of ministry experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership and team building skills.  
• Adequate interpersonal, oral and written communications skills.

Personal Characteristics and Qualifications

• Exceptional with people.
• The heart of a shepherd.
• Must be a baptized Christian specifically recognized by the Church and be in agreement with the accepted theological doctrines of the Church. 

What it's like to live in Midland, Texas

With a population of 175,000, this community is built on a foundation of hospitality, kindness, and radical generosity. While oil and gas may be the primary industry, the heart of Midland is—and always has been—the "people business." This spirit is proven by the fact that Midland County boasts more non-profits per capita than anywhere else in Texas. Plus, with a local airport providing seamless global access, you get the warmth of a tight-knit community with the reach of a major metro. Whether it’s a night out at the Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center or a Saturday morning at the local farmer's market, Midland offers a surprisingly high quality of life. It’s a place where big-city opportunities meet small-town safety, making it the perfect environment to raise a family.