Children's Minister Position

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

First Baptist Church of La Grange is seeking a passionate, dependable, and Christ-centered individual to lead our Kids @First to become true disciples of Jesus Christ. FBC La Grange averages 175 attendees in Sunday Worship and about 90(+) kids on Wednesday for The HIVE. This individual will help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment where children can grow in their knowledge of God’s Word, develop meaningful relationships, and build a strong foundation of faith in Jesus Christ. Salary and benefits range from $50,000-$60,000. Interested applicants should send their resumes to searchteam@fbclagrange,net.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the weekly operations and activities of Kids @First
Recruit, train, schedule, and encourage children’s ministry volunteers.
Coordinate biblically sound, age-appropriate lessons and activities.
Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming ministry environment on Sundays and Wednesdays.
Build meaningful relationships with children and their families.
Communicate regularly with parents, volunteers, and church leadership.
Plan and coordinate special children’s ministry events and outreach opportunities.
Support the overall mission, vision, and values of First Baptist Church La Grange.

Qualifications

Demonstrates a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to biblical teaching.
Has a genuine passion for children and their spiritual development.
Possesses strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Is dependable, self-motivated, and able to work effectively with volunteers and families.
Previous children’s ministry or leadership experience is preferred.
Supports the doctrine, mission, and values of First Baptist Church La Grange.

Our Mission

At First Baptist Church, we believe children’s ministry is more than childcare – it’s an opportunity for children and their families to find a place to Belong as we support them on the path to Become all God wants them to be with the opportunity to Believe in the life changing Gospel of Jesus Christ.

We are looking for someone who shares that passion and desires to make an eternal impact in the lives of children and families.

Job Description

Oversee all programming for children throughout the church.
Establish and maintain a security system that protects children in our church’s care.
Plan and oversee special events related to children and families, including Sports Camp, Summer Family Nights, etc.
In consultation with other church leaders, define a vision for the children’s ministry that contributes to the church’s overall vision. Develop a ministry plan to achieve that vision.
Recruit, develop, and deploy children’s ministry volunteers.
Regularly report to the church’s leadership about the accomplishments of the children’s ministry.
Maintain the integrity of the children’s Bible teaching time by ensuring the instruction is consistent with the doctrinal convictions of the church.
Manage all children’s ministry staff that work with children from infancy through sixth grade.
Identify and execute ministry and missions’ opportunities in which children can participate.
Explore emerging technologies that help engage more volunteers in the ministry of the church.
In consultation with other children’s ministry leaders and senior church leadership, develop an annual budget for the children’s ministry and operate within the constraints of that budget.
Review all curriculum used by the children’s ministry and ensures they are consistent with the church’s doctrinal commitments.
Lead efforts by FBCLG to help parents become primary disciple makers of their children through parent training and support.
Represent FBC La Grange at community family events such as Trick or Treat on the Square, Summer Movie Nights, and Schmeckenfest
Communicate with parents through Elexio (Church Management Software), social media, and email.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree (preferably in education or Christian ministry). Master’s degree preferred.
3 years of experience in a full-time ministry situation with children. At least 5 years of total ministry experience.
A desire to teach and mentor children in biblical truth.
A growing Christian faith and character.
Ability to pass a background check.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Understanding of and willingness to serve within the doctrinal commitments of the church.
A commitment to the mission of the church.
A sense of calling toward ministry.
A lifestyle congruent with the biblical requirements for leaders (1Tim. 3:1-13; 2Tim. 2;Titus 1:5-9).

The First Baptist Church of La Grange, Texas is a revitalized church in South Central Texas. We are "triangulated" between Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Austin is the closest and can be reached in 50 minutes. Our church preaches a strong, Biblical gospel with modern techniques and approaches for a small town.

The Children’s Minister will give leadership to every aspect of ministry from bed babies to 6^th grade students. The role is not only about loving children well, but also leading and training volunteers to serve our preschoolers and children with excellence. Additionally, we envision a leader who will equip our parents to be primary spiritual influencers over their children.

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