Director of Kids and Family Ministry
Full Time, Scalable
MERCYhouse Kids and Family Ministry Vision
The vision of MERCYhouse is to be a Gospel-centered family on mission to make disciples who make disciples on campuses, in communities, and among the unreached people of the world.
The MERCYhouse Kids and Family Ministry would accomplish this broader vision by specifically serving our children and our families, and extend this service to our community and the nations. This would be done by (1) establishing and solidifying our children in the Faith, (2) equipping and supporting our parents for discipleship in the home, and (3) serving and evangelizing our community and the nations.
While this vision encapsulates whole families, it prioritizes our children:
Our Sunday Ministry would be aimed at integrating our children into worship of God through His Word and song.
Our Family Ministry would be aimed at integrating our children into the church body by facilitating discipleship opportunities for our families and connecting our kids, parents and other church members together to cultivate an intergenerational fellowship of believers.
Our Family Outreach Ministry would be aimed at integrating our children into the mission by creating opportunities for our children, families and church to serve the families in our community and among the nations.
Position Description
The Director of Kids and Family Ministry will be the primary administrator responsible for the prayerful planning and execution of programs and initiatives to accomplish the vision for our Kids and Family Ministry. This person will work closely with the Kids and Family Ministry Committee to ensure that our Sunday Ministry is operational, that our parents are being equipped and supported, and that opportunities to minister to the needs of families (including children, youth and teens) in our community and beyond are available.
Above all, the Family Ministry Coordinator must believe that God has a purpose for him/her in this ministry, demonstrating a love of children and a passion for families and a heart for the nations. The Family Ministry Coordinator must demonstrate a strong faith and commitment to Jesus Christ and be able to share his/her faith with the community and the congregation of the Church– especially with our Children.
Jobs Skills & Requirements
Shall have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
Shall become a member of MERCYhouse Church as soon as possible after employment and appointment, if not already a member
Shall have a heart soft for the Lord and for those seeking to worship and walk in His ways
Shall have a personal sense of call on life and an ongoing and developing relationship with the Lord of that call
Shall be of sound doctrine, practicing and supporting the 2000 Baptist Faith and Message, and the MERCYhouse Constitution and Bylaws
Shall have an attitude and communication style (oral and written) that reflects understanding of servant leadership, with a teachable spirit
Shall demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills with attention to details
Shall possess the interpersonal skills needed to relate to a diverse group of people such as pastoral staff, church leaders, deacons, children, youth, adult members of our church and the community.
Shall be a team player who wants to support and encourage other staff and volunteers
Relevant experience strongly preferred
Shall undergo an in/out of state background check for individual applicant and spouse
Primary Responsibilities
The following is a general list of the basic duties of the Director of Kids and Family Ministry:
Shall be responsible for the operation of MH:Kids and Family Sunday Morning Ministry by the development, coordination and implementation of a comprehensive program of care, evangelism, spiritual growth and service opportunities for the children of the church and their families from ages 0 to 5th grade.
Counsel Children and their families to promote the children’s salvation, spiritual growth and various issues our Children may be facing
Develop and deepen a trusting relationship with our Children, leading to enhanced ministering to their spiritual growth.
Schedule, plan and carry out Children’s outreach programs, growth programs and equipping events for volunteers, member families and community families
Work with Church Members and other Ministry Teams to plan outreach and evangelism opportunities for children and their families
Develop an annual Children’s ministry budget proposal in conjunction with the MH:Kids and Family Committee, and administer that budget as approved by the Finance Committee
Develop an annual ministry report in conjunction with the MH:Kids and Family Committee that summarizes the work and fruit of the Ministry, to be shared at a Church Summit Meeting
Maintain the MH:Kids area including equipment, decorations, and supplies that are required for the ministry to function and for the space to be inviting and hospitable.
Recruit, train, equip and encourage lay leaders and volunteers to lead and/or assist with the Children and Family Ministry
Provide direction and oversight of ministry leaders to serve youth and teens at MERCYhouse including the development of a Sunday school program and regular Bible teaching and fellowship gatherings.
Provide each ministry volunteer and each family with Children, including visitors, with a proposed annual calendar of events
Participate fully in the life and activities of the Church, including regular attendance of a Midweek gathering
Ensure new families are greeted and assisted in getting their Children settled in the appropriate classrooms and then follow up by contacting these families by note, phone call or visit to develop a relationship
Participate in monthly, or more frequently as needed, church staff meetings
Be responsible for a regular outreach event that engages kids and families in our community (Vacation Bible School or similar concept), including establishing curriculum (with input from Lead Pastor and Worship Team), recruiting teachers and leaders, coordinating themes, decorating, leading, etc.
Work with Lead Pastor and other ministry leaders to facilitate missional experiences for children and their families (outreach events, missions trips, etc.)
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Health Insurance Provided
Vacation / Paid Time Off
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How to Apply
Our doctrinal beliefs and theological distinctives are central to how we function as a church body. Please take a moment to read the following items before applying. Disagreements are not always disqualifying but will be important to vocalize during the interviewing process.