Westerville, OH USA
Faith Covenant is a mid-sized church (100–150 weekly attendance) with a heart for Christ, community, and the next generation. We’re seeking a Family and Children’s Ministry (FCM) Director to be responsible for the oversight and leadership of the children’s ministry programs. This role provides direction and guidance to program development, coordination, implementation and direction to staff and volunteers who are committed to shepherding children, birth through fifth grade along with their families. The FCM Director is a servant leader who has a heart for young families and loves children and wants to help them develop their own personal relationship with God.
This role isn’t just about maintaining programs — it’s about building something vital: a ministry that nurtures faith at home and equips parents. In addition to internal ministry, the FCM Director will help lead the church in deepening our connection with the surrounding community—building bridges with local families, schools, and neighborhoods so that we increasingly reflect and serve the people around us. Candidates should have experience in attracting and nurturing new families, as evidenced by increasing the number of families participating in this ministry. As the ministry grows, additional hours may be added to the director role.
Responsibilities include:
Develop and oversee all aspects of the children’s ministry (nursery through elementary), including Sunday school, children’s church, and midweek programs
Create and implement a vision and programming for family ministry that supports and equips parents as the primary spiritual leaders of their homes
Build relationships with children and families to foster community and encourage regular participation
Collaborate with pastoral staff and church leadership to integrate children and family ministries into the overall mission of the church
Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers for all children’s and family ministry programs
Plan and lead special events such as Vacation Bible School, holiday programs, family fun nights, and outreach events
Select and manage curriculum that aligns with the church’s theology and engages children in age-appropriate spiritual development
Promote ministry programs through church communications, including bulletins, website, email, and social media
Ensure a safe and welcoming environment by maintaining child protection policies, background checks, and safety procedures
Monitor and manage the ministry budget, including resources, supplies, and event planning costs
Attend regular staff meetings
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Passion for nurturing the spiritual growth of children and families within a Christ-centered environment
Strong leadership and organizational skills, with experience recruiting and training a team of volunteers
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to connect with children, parents, and church staff
Ability to plan and lead engaging events, Bible studies, and outreach activities for children and families
Understanding of child development and age-appropriate faith formation strategies
A heart for ministry and a commitment to fostering a welcoming, safe, and inclusive environment
Willingness to collaborate with pastoral staff and church leadership to align ministry goals with the church’s mission
Strong computer and social media skills
Prior experience with children’s programming in a church setting is a plus
Accountability: This position is responsible to the Lead Pastor and to the church Council.
Employment Terms:
This position is part-time. Flexible hours, competitive compensation based on experience, and other benefits are negotiable.
Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please specifically address in the cover letter why you are interested in this position, why you might be called to Faith Covenant, and what would make you stand out from other candidates.