Derrick Bremer joined the pastoral staff at Denver Street in October 2020, during the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Along with his wife, Michelle, and two children, Charlotte and Charles, the Bremers transplanted into Greenwood where they have been blessed by the scenic views from nearly every street, accessible fishing locations, and nearby hiking and walking trails. 

Bro. Derrick fondly bears the badge of honor as a self-proclaimed theology nerd. He is passionate about the application of the Bible to everyday life. Bro. Derrick's teaching philosophy is rooted in the Bible's testimony of itself that all Scripture is profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness (2 Tim. 3:16). 

In addition to serving the congregation of Denver Street as their pastor, eager to pray for them, to serve them, to teach them, to guide them, and to love them - Bro. Derrick is involved in numerous other ministries.

• Since 2020, he has served as Trustee for the Baptist Publishing House, a ministry of the BMA of America seeking to produce a distinctly Baptist Sunday School curriculum.
• Since November 2022, Bro. Derrick has served as a Trustee for the Baptist Trumpet, a weekly newspaper for the churches of the BMA, and chairperson since 2023. 
• In December 2022, Bro. Derrick joined a creative collaboration with a fellow pastor from NorthWest Arkansas to launch The Lonely Pastor's Podcast, a long-form discussion on the musing, meditations, and polemics of a lonely pastor. 
• Since 2023, he has served as a member of the coordinating council for the BMAA.
• Since November '23, he has served as second vice-president of the BMA of Arkansas.
• he writes a regular column published in the BMA of Arkansas weekly newspaper. 

Job Description:

DSBC Associate Pastor of Students

Position Summary:

We’re seeking a very motivated youth pastor. A suitable candidate will demonstrate themselves as a self-starter with a building mentality that will take responsibility to reach & equip students for Jesus Christ. The student pastor will plan, coordinate, and evaluate ministries serving students and their families. The student pastor will also provide leadership to student ministries by establishing the ministries’ vision, providing encouragement to parents, and planning leadership development for student leaders and adult leaders who serve in these ministries. Furthermore, a suitable student pastor will demonstrate flexibility by working alongside and assisting the lead pastor in the duties of caring for the congregation. 

Desired Skills and Experience:

-Fulfills the qualifications of an Elder as found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

-Ability to communicate and relate well with students and parents.

-Well organized and able to develop volunteer leaders.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Build, organize, and provide leadership for three main areas of student ministry:

a) Build a ministry to students in grades 5-12 and college/young adult

b) Build relationships with parents of students, as well

local teachers, and school administrators. 

c) Build a leadership culture for adults & students who

serve in the student ministry.

2. Strategize discipleship initiatives for students; suggest and initiate changes as required to meet the needs of these groups.

3. Work with and through the leaders of existing Church program organizations, networks, etc., to plan, coordinate, conduct, and evaluate educational, social/recreational, spiritual growth, training, and service activities for the assigned ministry groups.

4. Organize outreach events and provide leadership for youth to reach other youth in their daily lives. 

5. Provide insight and counsel to students and their families as needed. 

6. The minister will work with a Youth Committee to budget and use funds for the assigned ministry areas.

8. The minister will perform pastoral ministry duties such as home and hospital visitations, counseling, and pulpit ministry, as directed by the Lead Pastor.

Candidates may apply using a Google Forum https://forms.gle/3RyT8AcgFKs7DTcf8

If you have difficulty using the forum, please email your resume to derrick@dsmbc.org