Job Description

• Job Position: Full-time Children's Ministry Director
• Church Size: 200 - 300
• Children's Ministry Group Size: 80-100

Education Preferred:

Bachelor's degree in ministry, elementary education, or a related field; however, equivalent ministry or related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Professional Development:

Licensure with The Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA) is valued but not required. For candidates interested in pursuing Alliance licensure, support and opportunities for professional development and credentialing are available.

Who We Are:

Community Alliance Church in Detroit Lakes, MN is a multi-generational, ChristŁ-Centered church that exists to abide and grow in relationship with God, connect with others, and reach our community and world. Located in the land of lakes, Detroit Lakes is a summer tourist hub with lots of fun activities for the entire family including: great live music, art festivals, farmers market, flea market, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, community festivals, musical theater, unique shopping, lots of restaurants, and anything you can think of to do on or around a lake! In winter, it's the home of Polar Fest - a twoŁ-week winter festival, plus plenty of opportunity for downhill and cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing and snowmobiling!

The time has come to hire our next Children's Ministry Director. We are a church that highly values reaching, equipping, and empowering future generations. We are looking for a leader who has a genuine love for children and their families, is abiding in a deep relationship with Christ, and out of that relationship is passionate about helping children know, love, and follow Jesus.

Our Current Ministry Rhythms:

• Wednesday night ministry for children from preschool through 5th grade from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Preschool children participate in Cubbies, while elementary students participate in Sparks (K-2nd grade) and Ignite (3rd-5th grade). Elementary students rotate through large-group teaching, games, and gradeŁlevel small groups designed to foster Biblical understanding and relational discipleship.
• Sunday morning ministry. Preschool children meet in age-appropriate classrooms while elementary students gather for worship and large-group teaching before transitioning into grade-level small groups.
• Selecting, implementing, and evaluating curriculum that helps children understand God's Word and engage in meaningful discipleship on Sundays and Wednesdays.
• Recruiting, training, encouraging, and developing volunteer leaders who relationally disciple children and help create a safe, welcoming, and ChristŁcentered ministry environment.
• Coordinating nursery ministry schedules and maintaining strong communication with nursery volunteers and parents.
• Communicating consistently with families through digital platforms to keep parents informed, connected, and equipped for discipleship at home.
• Leading and coordinating children's ministry events throughout the year, including Winter Camp, Fall Fest, Christmas Program, New Year's Eve Party, Tubing Night, Game Night, Grand Prix, and other opportunities that build community and foster spiritual growth.
• Providing leadership and coordination for Vacation Bible School, a week-long summer outreach ministry that serves both church and community families.
• Helping children discover how God has uniquely gifted them to serve others and participate in His mission (Ephesians 2:10).
• Partnering with parents as the primary spiritual influencers in their children's lives by providing encouragement, resources, and opportunities for family discipleship.
• Working alongside a staff team that enjoys serving Jesus together. We value Gospel partnership, collaboration, shared mission, and genuine friendship. This includes attending staff meetings, participating in ministry planning, contributing to the overall health and vision of the church, and occasionally sharing a good laugh along the way.
• Maintaining a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ and leading from a place of spiritual maturity, humility, and dependence upon Him.

Who Thrives in This Role?

The person who thrives in this role will likely be someone who:

• Loves Jesus deeply and leads from a vibrant personal walk with Him.
• Enjoys building relationships with children, parents, and volunteers.
• Believes some of the most significant spiritual growth in children happens through caring, consistent relationships with trusted adult leaders.
• Values discipleship more than simply running programs.
• Is organized enough to lead ministry systems while remaining flexible and relational.
• Enjoys working as part of a collaborative staff team.
• Is excited about helping the next generation discover, follow, and serve Jesus.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position may require licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website

Please do not contact the church directly.