Johns Creek Baptist Church (JCBC) is a large congregation in Alpharetta, GA, and is affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. The church is described as warm and welcoming. The congregation's focus is on the inward spiritual journey and the outward journey in mission.
The children's ministry serves 122 children, from birth through 5th grade, with a weekly average participation of 50. The ministry has a tradition of strong weekly programs, including Sunday School and Children's Worship, and popular special events like VBS and Advent Breakfast. A hallmark of the ministry is InJoy, a special needs ministry designed to be inclusive, adaptive, and supportive. The ministry is financially well-resourced and blessed with dedicated volunteers.
The ideal candidate possesses strong spiritual and relational warmth paired with emotional maturity. They are a systems-minded leader who can build a sustainable program and work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and parents. They need a growth mindset and an understanding of privileged culture, being comfortable around the wealth in the community, while providing leadership that helps families find a healthier balance.
Vision & Leadership Develop and implement a strategic vision for children's ministry aligned with the mission and values of Johns Creek Baptist Church. Model spiritual maturity, pastoral care, and integrity.
Volunteer Development Identify, recruit, train, and support adult volunteers who serve within the children's ministry. Equip volunteers with the tools and encouragement needed.
Program Management Plan, organize, and implement programs (birth through 5th grade) that address the spiritual, developmental, and social needs of children. Oversee major components like Sunday School, VBS, and Children's Choirs.
Preschool Partnership Serve as the primary pastoral liaison to the JCBC Weekday Preschool Program. Coordinate closely with the Preschool Director.
Administration & Collaboration Prepare and manage the annual children's ministry budget. Participate actively in weekly staff meetings. Collaborate with staff to ensure cohesion in faith formation across age groups.
Master’s-level theological degree preferred.
Minimum of three years of experience in congregational ministry within Baptist life.
Thorough understanding of child development—physical, emotional, social, and spiritual.
Demonstrated ability to teach and nurture faith with children.
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Alpharetta is an affluent, dense suburban city in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Positioned between the North Georgia mountains and downtown Atlanta, it offers quick access to hundreds of attractions. It's known for a vibrant culinary scene, extensive shopping (like Avalon and downtown), and a flourishing music scene, including the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre.
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