Pastoral Resident- Sibley, IA

Worship & Youth Resident at First Baptist Church

Position Summary

First Baptist Church – Sibley seeks a committed and spiritually mature individual for a 2‑year Residency in Worship and Youth Ministry under the mentorship of the Senior Pastor and in partnership with Converge Heartland. This role is ideal for someone discerning a call to vocational ministry and wanting hands-on training, especially in worship ministry, youth ministry, and pastoral practice. The Resident will lead the worship and youth ministries and learn how to lead a church as a pastor. The Residency is structured through Converge Heartland with its training, support‑raising model, and pastoral formation component.

Primary Responsibilities

Worship Ministry Leadership

• Lead and coordinate worship services with engaging and biblical music that aligns with FBC’s values and culture 


• Lead a team of volunteers to enhance the musical experience 


• Prepare a slideshow to coordinate with the music each week


• Assist with needs related to broadcasting the service and posting online


• Collaborate with the pastor to plan services, special events, and seasonal programs

Youth Ministry Leadership

• Lead, plan, coordinate, and develop the youth group


• Build relationships  with youth and their families


• Disciple, mentor, and provide spiritual guidance to the students


• Recruit, train, supervise, and support adult volunteers serving in youth ministry


• Partner with the Senior Pastor and church leadership to create a pathway for students into broader church life and the Sibley community 

Miscellaneous Duties

• Work with church leadership to identify community needs, mission opportunities, and coordinate outreach events.


• Partner with the Osceola County Ministerial Association to reach out to the community.

• Work alongside the Senior Pastor to co‑lead or facilitate small groups or special teaching series.

Pastoral Ministry Development

• Participate in regular mentoring meetings with the Senior Pastor (and possibly other church staff/elders).


• Attend staff/leadership meetings, observe and assist in pastoral ministry functions (e.g., worship service preparation, hospital or home visits, counseling, administrative tasks).


• Engage the training modules, coaching, and relational peer networks provided by Converge Heartland’s Residency Program. https://www.convergeheartland.org/residency-program


• Gain experience in practical Pastoral ministry, develop leadership capacity, and clarify future vocational direction.

Support Raising & Funding

• As part of the Converge Heartland model, the Resident will raise a majority of their financial support. Converge will provide oversight/training and the support‑raising framework.

Qualifications

• A growing, vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ; evidence of spiritual maturity and integrity.


• A discerned or emerging call to vocational ministry.


• Strong relational, communication, and organizational skills.


• Teachable spirit, humility, ability to be mentored, and to step into ministry roles with supervision.


• Alignment with the doctrinal beliefs and the mission/vision of First Baptist Church, Sibley.


• Willingness and ability to raise financial support and to participate in the Converge Heartland residency structure.


• Ability to live in or relocate to Sibley, Iowa, for a 2‑3-year term.

What We Offer

• A 2‑3-year intentional residency experience in a gospel‑centered church context under the mentorship of the Senior Pastor.


• Access to the training, network, and coaching of the Converge Heartland Residency Program.


• Opportunity to lead and develop worship and youth ministries, gaining hands-on ministry experience and leadership development.


• The possibility of long‑term ministry pathways based on performance, calling clarity, and church need.


• A collaborative church community, supportive volunteers, and a mentorship environment.


• Note: This role is vocation‑preparatory: completion of the residency does not guarantee a permanent position, though outstanding candidates may be considered for future openings.

About First Baptist Church and Sibley, Iowa

We are a 150-year-old Baptist Church in Osceola County, Iowa, that seeks to glorify God and be a blessing for our neighbors. We have a large church building and an annex that functions as a youth ministry center and gym. Sibley has a population of 2,850 people, with 25,000 people within 20 minutes of our town. Sibley has a strong quality of life and is a great place to live, work, and play. The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Learn more at SibleyBaptist.com