Next Gen Pastor

Cudd Memorial Baptist Church is seeking a Next Gen Pastor to join our growing and vibrant ministry in Spartanburg, South Carolina. We are a Southern Baptist church with a deep passion for reaching and discipling the next generation, and our student ministry is an exciting and active part of the life of our church.

We are looking for a passionate, relational, and visionary leader who loves Jesus, loves students and families, and is eager to build upon the momentum already taking place. This is an opportunity to invest deeply in students, equip parents, develop leaders, and help shape a thriving Next Gen ministry for years to come.

Located in Spartanburg's rapidly growing Northside, Cudd Memorial is strategically positioned in an exciting demographic area surrounded by established neighborhoods, new development, schools, and a growing population of young families. Spartanburg is a thriving, family-friendly community with easy access to Greenville, Charlotte, and the broader Upstate of South Carolina.

Job Summary: Next Gen Pastor

The Next Gen Pastor is a full-time ministerial position reporting to the Lead Pastor. This role is responsible for providing a balanced program of ministry to the children and students by equipping staff members in Cudd Littles, Cudd Kids, and student ministries while primarily focusing on building relationships and discipling the youth of CMBC. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong personal faith and commitment to developing the next generation of disciples.

Minimum Qualifications:

A born-again believer with a maturing relationship with Jesus Christ Agreement with the Baptist Faith and Message (2000) and the Cudd Memorial Baptist Church Statement of Beliefs Demonstrated pursuit of leadership qualifications as listed in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 A clear call to Student Ministry. Undergraduate degree from an accredited Bible College or Christian liberal arts college in Theology, Christian Education, Youth Ministry, or Young Adult Ministry or related field. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Demonstrated love and solid rapport with students Sensitivity to students' issues and ways to encourage spiritual growth.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Children's Ministry (Birth- 5th grade)

Role: Lead the Children's Ministry Team (Nursery, Pre-School, and Children) by:

Providing necessary leadership and training to volunteers. Maintaining a current list of approved volunteers (background checks) Working with the Children's Ministry Team and Nursery Director to organize volunteer schedules for the Nursery and Children's Church. Working with the Children's Ministry Team and Nursery Director to schedule events, curriculum selection and other area-specific needs. Maintaining "KidCheck" check-in protocol for new and existing families.

Youth Ministry (6th-12th grade)

Develop positive relationships with students and lead students to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Plan and attend all youth activities, including camp, DNOW, Fall Retreat, midweek programs, and Sunday morning gatherings. Plan and execute quarterly meetings with the Volunteer Youth Team. Plan the annual activities calendar with input from the Volunteer Youth Team. Plan and develop a curriculum that affirms Cudd Memorial's beliefs and mission. Invest in the students personally and spiritually. Be visible on appropriate school campuses and at student activities. Teach the midweek program and 1 of the Sunday programs (Sunday school OR small groups) and provide adequate coverage in your absence. Develop an effective InReach and Outreach ministry to care for current students and reach out to new students and families. Prepare and submit the Youth Ministry Budget to the Finance Committee annually. Be responsible for keeping and following proper policies and procedures related to the Youth Ministry area. Maintain current background checks on all volunteers serving in the Youth Ministry area. Promote youth ministry activities through announcements, social media usage, church websites, etc.

General Duties

Attend weekly staff meetings. Be involved in the total church program, attending Sunday morning worship, Sunday evening activities (as planned), and special church-wide events. Be a consistent attendee, giver, and Cudd Memorial Baptist Church member. Be available to counsel students and families during the worship service and the week. Approach conflict within ministerial areas of responsibility according to the biblical principles in Matthew 18 in an encouraging manner, calling on the Senior Pastor for assistance, if necessary. Be committed to maintaining a scheduled family time, including weekly protected time and annual vacation periods (as indicated in the Employee Policy Handbook). Recognize the need for personal free time and continually show the importance of family by focusing on their family's welfare to ensure they are cared for spiritually, emotionally, and physically.

Occasional Duties:

Perform pastoral ministries (crisis visitation, funerals, and weddings) as needed. Lead in worship services upon Lead Pastor's request. Assist in other ministry opportunities or times of need at the Lead Pastor's request.

Accountability:

Submit to the leadership of the Lead Pastor in matters of performance of duties, attendance, and expectations. Submit annual Staff Reflection to the Lead Pastor and Personnel Committee. Approach internal conflict following the biblical principles given in Matthew 18. Provide ministry updates to the church leadership as requested by the Lead Pastor.

Please send resumes and any other attachements to [email protected] by December 1, 2026