Christ Church Birmingham is seeking our next full-time Children's Minister. The Children's Minister oversees every aspect of ministry with kids from birth through fifth grade in order to help them grow as disciples of Jesus Christ who worship God passionately, connect with the church deeply, and serve sacrificially. This full-time, exempt position reports to the Executive Pastor. Applicants should send cover letter, resumé, and references to jbahar@christchurchbham.com.
Children’s Ministry Responsibilities:
Plan and lead or equip leaders for weekly Children’s Church during all Sunday morning worship services.
Plan and lead Wednesday night Children’s ministry programming
Maintain/decorate all Children’s Ministry areas
Setup/maintain all media and equipment associated with Children’s Ministry
Support Christ Kids Preschool director in planning chapel and Bible activities
Coordinate/prep curriculum for nursery; shop for all nursery supplies; plan/maintain all media for nursery
Shop for and maintain organization of all needed supplies for Children’s Church
Coordinate special children/family events for holidays and church events
Maintain Nursing Mom’s Room
Counsel and pray with children/families regarding spiritual matters.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Ensure all employees and volunteers complete background check and screening and train volunteers in child protection policies and procedures
Organize training and planning sessions for all workers and volunteers
Plan and implement a volunteer appreciation strategy
Plan and coordinate Vacation Bible School
Organize and work with Children’s Ministry Leadership Team
Approve all curriculum, programs, and activities
Develop and maintain Children’s Ministry budget
Approve disbursements of budgeted
Observe, evaluate, and affirm employees and volunteers, noting strengths and areas of improvement
Supervise Assistant Director of Children's Ministry
Requirements
Passion for discipling and ministry with children and their families
Work well in a team environment
Encourager and motivator to other people
Excellent organization skills
Excellent relational skills
The Children's Minister position is considered a ministerial role and is expected to perform functions that exercise and express the religious character and mission of Christ Church Birmingham. As part of this role, the student minister will be required to adhere to Christ Church Birmingham’s statement of faith in lifestyle and conduct and will be expected to regularly engage in activities in which the employee’s belief in and adherence to Christ Church Birmingham’s statement of faith are an integral part.
Compensation commensurate with education and experience.
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