Childrens Minister

Categories Bible Expires: 14th September, 2026 Texas

About Us
The Belton Church of Christ is entering an exciting new season of growth and discernment. Guided by our mission to Love God, Love Others, and Make Disciples, we are shaping our ministries around nine practices to form us in the way of Jesus:

● Be still and quiet in the presence of God

● Cultivate gratitude and live simply

● Trust God through generosity and sacrifice

● Welcome others into our church community

● Gather around tables together

● Be sent to serve our neighbors

● Immerse ourselves in Scripture’s story of God’s mission

● Invite people to experience peace and wholeness

● Proclaim and embody good news

More information about our mission and how these practices are shaping our congregational life can be found on our website.

Belton is located off of I-35 between Austin and Waco and is a growing, vibrant community. Our church family has approximately 400 members. We currently have six elders and a collaborative staff leading our mission. You can learn more about our leadership here.

About the Role
We are seeking a full-time Children’s Minister to collaborate with our team in leading our church deeper into the mission of God by following the way of Jesus. This person will give primary leadership to the spiritual formation of children (birth through 5th grade) and their families, with a strong emphasis on equipping parents as the primary spiritual mentors of their children. This is a dynamic role during a season of transition, with the opportunity to shape and envision what this ministry can become. The minister will also work closely with staff and ministry leaders to integrate children and families into the broader life, practices, and mission of the church, bringing their own gifts, passions, and vision to help move the church forward.

Core Responsibilities

Practice Our Mission

Be committed to following the way of Jesus, seeking to integrate our nine practices into her/his life.
Continually seek a deeper understanding (books, conferences, etc.) of discipleship and our nine practices for his/her own transformation and the transformation of our members.
Set goals, develop initiatives, and equip members with the purpose of calling our people to practice our mission.

Formation

Through various activities, events, and initiatives, introduce our children to faith in Christ and our mission and its related practices.
Shape and oversee learning environments for children birth–5th grade that align with the church’s mission and practices.
Establish a scope and sequence of lessons that will be implemented on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings for children birth-5th grades.
Locate and/or develop and utilize curricula that are age-appropriate and connect to our mission.
Teach regularly on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings.
Support volunteer teachers in their efforts to form our children.
Help children connect to God through participation in congregational worship and age-appropriate formative settings.
Provide families with strategies, resources, and opportunities to practice our mission, equipping parents to be primary spiritual mentors for discipleship.
In alignment with our mission and practices, plan appropriate formative events and opportunities that nurture faith, community, and belonging.
Work with ministry staff to creatively develop initiatives to equip members to integrate our practices into their lives.

Connections

Plan and coordinate activities that promote a deeper sense of community.
- Implement fun, social activities for children and their families.
- Develop activities that connect the children to other populations within the congregation.
Coordinate and oversee nursery services (ages birth-36 months) during Sunday AM Bible classes, Sunday AM worship, Wednesday evening classes, and special events as needed.
Provide pastoral care to all members of the congregation with a special focus on those within the children’s ministry (children, parents, volunteers). Refer to professional providers when appropriate.
- Document pastoral needs and touchpoints in in pastoral care system.
- Work with elders to make sure care is provided for those who need it.
- Officiate and provide pastoral care for funerals, weddings, and other momentous occasions as requested and based on availability.
- Be on call by cell phone to respond to pastoral crises.
Effectively communicate children’s ministry activities to families.
Maintain a database of actively involved children and parents.
Partner with the youth minister to ensure a smooth transition from the children’s ministry to the youth ministry.
Participate in Next Steps by being a welcoming presence and sharing ways our guests can participate in his/her areas of ministry.

Outreach

Serve as primary liaison with appropriate community partners, including, but not limited to Leon Heights Elementary and/or other schools.
Explore ways to enhance and expand community partnerships.
Incorporate children and families into the outreach efforts of BCC, calling them to integrate service into their daily lives.
Plan and execute service opportunities for children and families, focusing on local opportunities in line with our church’s mission.
Partner with the Director of Belton Christian Preschool (BCP) to enhance our relationship with this ministry and to reach out to the families that bring their children.

Equip for Ministry

Name ministry leaders and empower and equip them to lead specific initiatives.
Mobilize and equip parent and nonparent volunteers for children’s ministry activities.
- Maintain a complete schedule of volunteers for all regularly occurring children’s ministry programs.
- Properly screen every volunteer working with minors.
  - Monitor list of required trainings/background checks/references for all volunteers to assure they are current.
- Ensure each volunteer has the curriculum resources (lesson plans & supplies) in a timely manner.
Utilize various avenues and platforms to teach and train parents and volunteers to serve effectively and integrate practices into their lives and the lives of the children (classes, special events, written materials, etc.)
Collaborate with other ministers to equip the whole church to practice our mission.
Coordinate with the other ministers to integrate children and families into various church initiatives.
Coordinate with worship minister to involve children in worship and special services.

The Ideal Candidate

Bachelor’s degree in ministry, children’s ministry, education, early childhood, child development, family studies, social work, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Demonstrated experience or training in education, children’s and/or family ministry
Strong understanding of spiritual formation of children and families
Ability to recruit, equip, and lead volunteers and develop ministry leaders
Strong collaborative skills; ability to work effectively across staff, ministries, and community partnerships
Experience working with diverse children and families; preference for training or demonstrated competency in supporting children with diverse developmental, learning, or special needs
Strong relational, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to lead with flexibility, creativity, and initiative in a season of transition

The outline above is a general description of what this position entails. We anticipate this role will be shaped in part by the candidate’s experience, strengths, and vision.

Application Process
Interested applicants should submit: