Snapshot:

Weekly Attendance: 175

Location: La Grange, TX (population 4,641)

The Role: Student Pastor/ Worship Pastor

Compensation: 70,000-80,000 (Compensation includes salary, insurance, retirement, etc.)

About the Job:

FBC typically welcomes about 30+ young people to the student ministry on Wednesday nights. Over the past year, more students have begun to see FBC as their home, and growth is expected to continue, with a large and vibrant children’s ministry feeding into the youth program. A committed team of youth volunteers happily supports this ongoing effort, ensuring everyone feels included, valued, and willing to help the next leader execute their vision. Additionally, the church approves a healthy budget for the minister to oversee programming for the student ministry.

A talented and dedicated team of volunteers leads the music program. The music team is comprised of various instrumentalists who play on a rotation basis; however, part of the job involves giving direction, plugging into the rotation, and possibly leading on occasion, which would give our volunteer leaders a break.

About the First Baptist La Grange, TX

FBC La Grange is a community where you can BELONG, BECOME, and BELIEVE. It is a lively, expanding, multi-generational congregation that provides a blended worship service. The congregation includes long-term members from Fayette County, recent transplants from the city, retiring in La Grange, as well as young adult commuters seeking a conservative community to raise their families with strong educational institutions. To facilitate growth, the church acquired additional property in 2013 and relocated its services to 5000 Highway 71, just west of La Grange, in 2020. Recently, FBC finished a new worship facility in 2022 and continues its mission of making disciples and reaching out to the community.

About life in La Grange, TX

La Grange, TX, is situated in the Texas Hill Country along the Colorado River, featuring scenic white bluffs and towering southern oaks. It is conveniently just an hour from Austin, TX, with major airports and shopping options. Our welcoming small-town community is famous for the Fayette County Fair, a four-day event held during Labor Day Weekend, the Heritage Festival celebrating Czech roots, Market Street Trade Days, and family-friendly activities like trick-or-treating on the square. The town square features popular boutiques for shopping, a Super Walmart, a HEB grocery store, and, yes, a Latte on the Square Coffee Shop.

Educationally, students attend La Grange High School or Fayetteville High School. La Grange is a 4A school and boasts a tremendous fine arts program, featuring a top-rated sweepstakes band program, and is home to the 2024 district UIL academic champion team. Individuals desiring a smaller educational institution often choose Fayetteville ISD. Fayetteville ISD is home to the 2025 UIL 1A state baseball champions, as well as ranked volleyball and basketball programs.

Job Description

Student & Worship Pastor Job Description

POSITION TITLE:

Student & Worship Pastor

POSITION TYPE:

Full-Time (Exempt)

REPORTS TO:

Senior Pastor

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Student & Worship Pastor plays a vital role in the spiritual development of our students and the worship life of our congregation. This full-time position will focus approximately 70% on leading the student ministry (7th–12th grade) and 30% on overseeing and developing the worship ministry for Sunday services.

CHARACTER & SPIRITUAL QUALIFICATIONS

• A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a life that reflects spiritual maturity Alignment with the Baptist Faith & Message (2000) and the values of a conservative, family-oriented church
• Demonstrates integrity, humility, and a heart for shepherding
• A calling and passion for youth discipleship and gospel-centered worship Committed to personal spiritual growth and ministry excellence

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Master of Divinity (MDiv) from an accredited seminary (preferred)
• Minimum of 5 years ministry experience (with youth and/or worship leadership)
• Familiarity with blended worship styles and planning tools

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Youth Ministry (70%)

• Provide vision, leadership, and discipleship for students in grades 7–12
• Organize and teach weekly youth gatherings, Bible studies, and Sunday School
• Recruit, equip, and shepherd adult volunteers and student leaders
• Plan and lead youth camps, mission trips, retreats, and community outreach
• Partner with parents to support youth spiritual development
• Create a safe, Christ-centered environment to lead students through church mission and vision

Worship Ministry (30%)

• Coordinate and lead Sunday morning worship in partnership with the Senior Pastor and volunteers
• Schedule and rehearse with musicians and media/tech teams
• Collaborate on song selection, service flow, and spiritual engagement in worship with the Senior Pastor and Worship Team Leaders
• Shepherd volunteers and encourage a spirit of excellence and humility on stage

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in staff meetings, planning retreats, and church wide events
• Assist in general pastoral duties as needed (e.g., hospital visits, preaching opportunities)
• Work closely with the Senior Pastor in supporting the mission and vision of the church

COMPENSATION & EXPECTATIONS

Full-time salaried position: $70,000–$80,000

To include support for moving expenses, time off, and other benefits as approved by the Personnel Team

Created by the Personnel Team 8/2/2025