ATTENTION: Student pastors

JOIN A COMMUNITY FOCUSED ON BEING BETTER, NOT JUST GETTING BY.

JOIN AN ACTIVE COMMUNITY

Shaping Student Ministry is a vibrant community of student pastors and ministry leaders committed to thriving, not just getting by! We believe God designed us to flourish in ministry, and we know no one thrives alone. Our community offers:​

  • Live Community Interaction :Share questions, ideas, and support through live events.

  • Practical Tools: Resources to help you become a better pastor while creating space to care for your people.

  • Custom Content: Sermon series, game nights, and event packages crafted for student pastors.

  • Exclusive Content: Thought-provoking and enriching resources designed to grow your ministry.

  • Year-Long Parent, Volunteer, and Student Communication Resources.

JOIN A TRANSFORMATIVE COHORT

Join a small, dynamic group of student pastors who engage in deep discussions, problem-solving, and personal and spiritual growth. Collaborate with peers in the SSM Community to elevate your leadership and ministry impact.​

  • Deep Yet Flexible:

    Meet monthly via video, access book summaries, and valuable resources, making the most of your time.

  • Interactive and Personalized:

    Our cohorts focus on proven principles while allowing personalized discussions tailored to your ministry's needs.

  • Practical Focus:

    Learn to develop your "why," lead long-term, empower leaders, manage your calendar, leverage AI, craft sermons, and more.

  • Holistic Support:

    Experience spiritual, personal, and relational growth in a supportive, authentic community.

NO TWO MINISTRIES ARE THE SAME

With over 30 years of combined experience in student ministry, we’ve dedicated our lives to equipping student pastors and ministry leaders to make a lasting impact on the next generation. Our mission is simple: Provide student pastors and ministry leaders like you with the tools, support, and resources to disciple the next generation with purpose, passion, and intentionality.​

Founded BY local church leaders FOR local church leaders, Shaping Student Ministry is more than just a resource hub—we’re a growing network of pastors who share a deep commitment to seeing students thrive in their faith and volunteers be deeply developed. Whether navigating the complexities of leadership, searching for a biblical curriculum NOT written for the lowest common denominator, or looking for a community of like-minded leaders, Shaping Student Ministry is here to help.

Pastor/Co-Founder

Ian Dunaway


Ian works to inspire church leaders to reach people creatively and effectively by building relationships to accomplish their goals through developing practical ministry tools. He and his wife Hannah have one child and currently serve at G6 Church & G6 Allies in Owasso, OK.
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Pastor/Co-Founder

John Oliver


John loves the local church and expositional preaching and believes there is a great need amongst believers for rich theological training. He and His wife Kristen have two children, and they currently serve at Rosemont Baptist Church in LaGrange, GA.
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At G6 Allies, our mission is to equip church leaders with the tools, support, and resources they need to thrive personally and lead effectively. We exist to help pastors and their teams flourish in life and ministry, fostering resilience, clarity, and impactful leadership

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