Our church: We are currently a satellite campus of CrossLife church in Oviedo Florida and we function under CrossLife East. However, we have been working for the last couple of years on moving toward full autonomy. With in the next three months we will be completely autonomous.

Overview of the PositionThe Next Gen & Discipleship Pastor is a dual-focus leadership role designed to champion the spiritual formation of individuals from middle school through full adulthood. This position requires a visionary leader who can bridge the gap between student ministry and adult discipleship, ensuring a seamless "cradle-to-grave" spiritual growth strategy.The ideal candidate will be a visionary, gifted teacher, a relational mentor, and a strategic organizer who is deeply committed to the truth of God's Word.

Primary ResponsibilitiesSection 1: Student Ministry (6th – 12th Grade)The primary focus is to transition students from an "inherited faith" to a "personal faith" while equipping parents to be the primary disciple-makers.

• Gospel-Centered Programming: Design and lead weekly environments (Sunday mornings/Wednesday nights) that provide high-impact worship, biblical teaching, and age-appropriate small groups.
• Parental Partnership: Create a strategic rhythm for parent communication, resources, and seminars to help families navigate the unique challenges of the teenage years.
• Milestone Management: Oversee key "rights of passage," including 6th-grade orientation, baptism, and high school graduation commissioning.
• Campus Presence: Maintain a consistent presence at local middle and high schools (lunches, sporting events, FCA) to support students on their "turf."
• Online Presence: Develop content and social media engagement
• Volunteer Recruitment: Build a team of adult "Life Leaders" who are background-checked and trained to mentor students through the complexities of adolescence.

Section 2: College & Young Adult Ministry (18 – 30 Years Old)The primary focus is to bridge the gap between student life and the fully-integrated adult church body, preventing the "drop-off" that often occurs after graduation.College Transition (18–22): Develop a "Home & Away" strategy that maintains contact with students leaving for university while providing a local gathering for those staying in the area.Professional Integration (24–30): Foster a community for young professionals and couples that addresses career stewardship, biblical marriage/singleness, and financial wisdom.

• Church Body Integration: Unlike youth ministry, this role focuses on moving young adults out of their "silo" and into service within the broader church (e.g., serving in kids' ministry, being part of the welcome team by greeting and ushering, or leading adult groups).
• Relational Discipleship: Host regular "off-campus" gatherings (coffee shops, homes, or community spaces) to facilitate deep, organic conversation and biblical mentorship.
• Mission & Mobilization: Lead this demographic in short-term missions and local service projects, helping them see themselves as active contributors to the Great Commission.

Section 3: Adult Discipleship

• Small Group Strategy: Oversee the health and multiplication of Sunday School classes, Life Groups, or Discipleship Groups.
• Curriculum Selection: curate and approve Gospel-centered teaching materials that align with SBC theology and the specific needs of the congregation.
• Leader Development: Identify, recruit, and train lay leaders to facilitate groups and mentor others.

Section 4: Pastoral Care & Administration

• Shepherding: Provide biblical counseling and spiritual guidance to students, young adults, and adult leaders.
• Budgeting: Manage the financial resources allocated to Next Gen and Discipleship departments.

Preaching/Teaching: Serve as a member of the pastoral preaching team as requested by the Lead Pastor. Qualifications & Requirements

• Character: Must meet the biblical qualifications of an elder/pastor as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.
• Theology: Must wholeheartedly support the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 and be a committed member of the Southern Baptist family.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Biblical Studies or Ministry is required; a Master of Divinity (M.Div) or equivalent from an SBC seminary is strongly preferred.

Experience: 3–5 years of experience in student or discipleship ministry with a proven track record of developing leaders.

Core Competencies

• Relational Intelligence: Ability to connect with a 13-year-old and a 65-year-old with equal ease and authenticity.
• Strategic Thinking: Capability to see the "big picture" of a person's spiritual journey across two decades of life.
• Communication: Strong public speaking and writing skills for teaching and administrative clarity.