Children's Pastor Job - Inspire Church, Fremont, Michigan

One our greatest passions is telling others about Jesus. We make it a priority to be a Church that unchurched people love to attend. We aim to be a place where everyone is we_noemaile.

INSPIRE is in a season of growth and development. We are currently revamping many of our ministries while striving to disciple the 500+ people who attend. When people walk through the doors of our corporate worship service, we strive to meet each attendee with tremendous hospitality. When they are ready to take a next step, we help them experience our 6 fold mission.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT OUR AREA:
As a rural area that's only a few miles from the amazing sandy shores of Lake Michigan, there are lots of things to do with your family - shopping at the farmers market, hiking the dunes, biking, beaching, and camping.

POSITION PROFILE:
INSPIRE Church is seeking a high-level, high-capacity, hungry-to-learn leader who can work both independently and collaboratively as the Children's Ministry Pastor. This position will oversee all aspects of ministry from birth to 5th grade.

WE'LL CONNECT QUICKLY IF YOU...
Love to build, create and are a results-oriented achiever
Passionately lead the local church toward_noemailmunity, discipleship and an outward focus
Are_noemailfortable and gifted within the context of a multi-site church
Naturally connect with others and they're drawn to you
Enjoy building sustainable pathways for continued ministry effectiveness

YOU'LL THRIVE WITH US IF YOU...
Value leadership coaching that is fast-paced, forward-thinking and strategic
Challenge the status quo and always seek out ways to get better
Love being part of a team with big dreams and a belief in a bigger God
Appreciate small-town living within a stone's throw of a "big" city.
Are_noemailmitted for a minimum of 3 years.

SKILL SET:
Must possess effective discipleship, leadership, administrative and equipping skills
Demonstrates a passion for people
Experienced and gifted_noemailmunicator
Ability to manage a high-functioning team of volunteer leaders
Operate effectively in a high paced environment

RESPONSIBILITIES:
To oversee the Children's Ministry at INSPIRE Church. This includes oversight for other paid departmental staff and volunteers.
To develop Sunday morning programming to reach each child on their level.
Evangelism - Share the love of Jesus with the children of our church and_noemailmunity.
Growth - a goal to see every child actively growing in their faith.
To oversee the Children's Ministry Team, volunteers and interns.
To enlist, train, resource and encourage adult leadership to lead Sunday morning, Discipleship Groups, UPWARDS, serve as camp and retreat counselors, and partner with parents.
To encourage and motivate the children in a growing_noemailmitment and connection to the body of Christ and an expanding contribution to the mission of Christ. We are a multi-generational church that wants to impact our world!
To help parents be involved in the spiritual formation of their child's life.
To make decisions on the most effective programs to impact our children.
To annually develop and oversee the Children's Ministry budget so it effectively and wisely utilizes church resources and maximizes ministry opportunity

EDUCATION:
The right candidate will have a four-year bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university. Preference is given to a pastoral or other ministry-related degree.

EXPERIENCE:
Our hope is to hire a Children's Pastor with at least 5 years of ministry leadership experience but are open to individuals with other leadership experience.

Salary: TBD

To Apply: If you sense that you may be the right individual for this position, please send an email directly to keith@liveINSPIRED.church and include:
Cover letter
Resume with photo of you and your family (if applicable)
Links to 2-3 videos of you teaching
Ministry Philosophy
Statement of Faith including core beliefs
Optional but helpful: Strength Finders, Disc Test Results, Enneagram, or other personality profiles.