Director of Children & Family Ministries

St. John's Presbyterian Church

Los Angeles, CA

Category: Church Staff

Posted on: November 15, 2019

Job Description:

Position Purpose: To share the love of Jesus Christ with the children and families of St. John's and the surrounding area and to nurture their faith as an integral part of the church_noemailmunity.

Accountable To: Pastor/Head of Staff, Growing in Faith Commission of Session

Works in coordination with: Student and Youth Ministries Team, Director of Student and Youth Ministries

General Responsibilities/Expectations:

1. Develop and lead a program for children from infants through 6th grade age and their families, with a goal to facilitate and encourage the children to make a faith_noemailmitment to Jesus Christ and to nurture that_noemailmitment. *Oversee the development and implementation of a Sunday School program with the assistance of adult and student volunteers. *Coordinate and direct midweek children's programs, including Annual Summer Vacation Bible School, Fall and Spring mid-week evening children's program, Children's participation in major church events throughout the year.
*Deliver bi-monthly Children's Sermons as a part of the main worship service. *Coordinate special events for families, focused on building fellowship, service and spiritual growth, including participation in biennial whole church retreats.

2. Establish and maintain a Ministry to parents that provides outreach and connection through activities such as: discussion forums, support groups, parent meetings, etc.

3. Recruit, equip, nurture and lead a volunteer Children and Family Ministries Support Team:
Involve and empower appropriately gifted adult believers in a ministry of acceptance, relationship building, and modeling that reflects Jesus' life and example.
Provide training for volunteers, promote and develop team unity, and ensure appropriate standards of behavior.
Maintain regular_noemailmunication with leaders via email or texting regarding Sunday itinerary, u_noemailing events, special needs, and other issues.

4. Coordinate and cooperate with other church staff and church lay leadership in order to proactively integrate Children and Family Ministries with the rest of the church.

5. Collaborate with the Director of Student and Youth Ministries:
Support "Tweens" activities designed for 5th and 6th grade students to facilitate their transition into Youth Program.
Create opportunities for youth group students to volunteer in the Children's Ministries (e.g. VBS, Sunday School, midweek programs, etc.)
Minister to families with older and younger children

6. Act as liaison with the Nursery School Director to support children's spiritual development, manage shared facilities, and outreach to Nursery School families.

7. Communicate with the Church family about program activities and topics through email, church newsletters, online church calendars, other social media and Sunday church service bulletins, as needed.

8. Develop new programs and events to increase outreach and support to families in the surrounding_noemailmunity, and strengthen the outreach_noemailponents of existing programs.

9. Maintain a vital personal relationship of faith and discipleship with Jesus Christ and stay abreast of the current thinking and practice in Children and Family Ministries by attending relevant professional development conferences and reading current books on the subject. 

About St. John's Presbyterian Church:

West Los Angeles is a busy area, filled with people longing for connection, friendship, and (often unknowingly), for God. Many have found in St. John's a true family in Christ that is committed to community in our diversity; a multi-generational congregation from various racial, national, and ethnic backgrounds. In a world of polarized political and cultural tribalism, St. John's seeks to be a congregation that makes room for different perspectives while remaining committed, first and foremost, to the Good News of Jesus Christ and his transforming power.  

Qualifications:

St. John's Pres. Church of West LA is looking for a full-time Dir. of Student Ministry who loves Christ and is passionate about leading a dynamic ministry that currently serves about 25 students from within and outside the congregation. 

Position Information:

Job Title:
Director of Children & Family Ministries
Time Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Church Staff
Salary:
40,000 - 50,000
Organization Type:
Church
Denomination:
Presbyterian - PCUSA
Worship Style:
Blended
Church Size:
100 - 250

Contact Information:

Organization Name:
St. John's Presbyterian Church
Contact Name:
Sandi Dick, Church Administrator
Address1:
11000 National Blvd.
Address2:
City:
Los Angeles
State or Province:
CA
ZIP Code:
90066-2027
Country:
United States
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