Website First Christian Church

About Us

First Christian Church is a body of believers that exists to bring glory to God by making disciples, meeting needs and unifying believers. We are a church that highly values scripture, believes in the power of Christ-centered community and seeks to engage the world around us with the truth of the Gospel.

Position Summary

This role is a key part of the ministerial leadership team, providing strategic oversight and hands-on support for various aspects of the ministry of First Christian Church. Responsibilities range from general supervision to involvement in day-to-day operations, depending on the specific ministry area. The Family Minister is responsible for developing, managing, and evaluating programs designed to nurture and strengthen Christ-centered families. A central aspect of this position involves working closely with volunteers—equipping, empowering, and coordinating them to effectively fulfill the vision of Family Ministries.

Full-Time – workdays are typically Sunday-Thursday
Reports to Senior Minister

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

Note: Percentages are estimates and will be defined by an individual’s giftedness, passions, and needs of the congregation.

35% – Youth – High School & Middle School
- Lead youth ministry by facilitating regular gatherings.
- Develop youth programming including events, schedules, communication, and curriculum.
- Provide oversight and support to volunteers.
30% – Children
- Work with volunteer leaders of Children’s programming.
- Contribute as member of the Family Ministry Team including management of children’s curriculum.
- Provide oversight and support to recruitment and coordination of volunteers.
20% – Family Engagement and Discipling
- Coordinate equipping and support of the family unit. Contribute to a holistic vision and strategy of family ministry.
- Community engagement and involvement.
- Be actively involved in the discipling of individuals.
15% – Other
- Attend monthly elder and board meetings.
- Serve as a contributing member of the church body through engagement, attendance, and service.
- Professional development and personal growth through external and internal relationships, study, and training.
- Willingness to preach as needed. • Other duties as assigned by the senior minister or elders.

Qualifications

Required
- Agreement with FCC’s statement of belief as seen here: Statement of Faith
Related Experience
- Desire to serve Jesus in local church setting.
- Demonstrated Biblical understanding.
- Demonstrated strong biblical character (1 Timothy 4:12)
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred
- Post-Secondary Degree and/or Ministry Experience
- Experience overseeing volunteers
- Experience working with youth/children/families