Children's Ministry Director, Anderson, SC

Brief Overview of Position

About the Church
Central Presbyterian Church is a large, established church in the heart of Anderson, South Carolina, that naturally and intentionally brings multiple generations together. The church is a nice blend of people from various backgrounds and political views united in their desire to show love to all. The church is a place in which all are welcome and where members enjoy spending time with their church family.

About the Ministry
The CPC Children’s Ministry serves Central Presbyterian’s youngest - babies through children in fifth grade. Sunday programming involves Nursery care, Sunday School, and Children’s Church. Wednesdays on the Bridge provides elementary-age children with after school activities, including recreation, crafts, children's choir, bells/chimes, and faith formation.  

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player who feels called to build a sustainable children’s ministry. The candidate will recruit and lead a team of volunteers to nurture children in their faith while guiding parents to develop faith practices at home.  

Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive children’s ministry program aligned with the church’s mission and values.
- Recruit and equip a team of children’s ministry volunteers who share ownership of the ministry.
-Innovate and adapt to meet the unique needs of today’s children, going beyond traditional approaches.
-Choose or design an engaging curriculum that builds a strong foundation in faith and understanding of worship.
-Foster strong communication and relationships with families, ensuring they feel supported in their children’s faith journey.

Qualifications
- Passion for nurturing faith in children within a joyful and inclusive environment.
- Ability to lead change effectively, ensuring the program evolves to meet current needs
- Commitment to ongoing professional development through continuing education opportunities.
- Experience and/or degree in Education/Christian Education  

About the Community
Anderson, SC is in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is known as the friendliest city in South Carolina. It has a lovely downtown area filled with eclectic shops and restaurants, parks, and more. Anderson is a family-friendly city with a small town feel.

Link to Job Description/More Information

https://jobs.ministryarchitects.com/jobs/5145929-central-presbyterian-children-s-ministry-director?promotion=1225716-trackable-share-link-posting

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Pat Cookfair-Casseri
Chairperson of the Pastor Nominating Committee
pacookfaircasseri@gmail.com
716-440-9833

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Bennett Bradley
HMPC PNC Co-chair
(252) 230-0460
wbbradley61@gmail.com

For more information and to apply: https://clc.pcusa.org/mdp/11954/view/

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