Children's Pastor / Director

Church Overview

Lake Bowen Baptist Church (LBBC) is a vibrant, growing church with an attendance of 1,400, located in Inman, SC. Our mission is to Deliver the Gospel, Disciple the Christian, and Deploy the Christ-Follower through various ministries at "The 404." We are guided by our four core values: Living a Life of Service, Living a Life of Worship, Living a Life on Mission,

Living a Life in Biblical Community

We are a Southern Baptist congregation affirming the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, led by Senior Pastor Rev. Brad Atkins, alongside a team of dedicated full-time and part-time staff members.

Position Overview

The Kids Ministry Pastor/Director is a dynamic and visionary leader responsible for ministering to children (1st– 5th grade) while equipping parents to disciple their children. This role provides strategic leadership, team development, and operational oversight to ensure the Kids Ministry aligns with LBBC’s vision and mission.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership Vision

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the LBBC Kids Ministry.

• Develop and implement a clear vision for spiritual growth and discipleship in children’s

• ministry.

• Build a culture of partnership with parents, equipping them to nurture faith at home.

• Foster a high-energy, engaging, and Christ-centered environment for children.

Team Development Volunteer Engagement

• Recruit, train, and develop volunteers and staff to serve in the Kids Ministry.

• Cultivate a team-focused environment that values encouragement, collaboration, and

• excellence.

• Provide ongoing coaching and development to volunteers, ensuring effectiveness in their

• roles.

Ministry Execution Program Development

• Oversee Sunday services, special events, camps, and outreach initiatives.

• Develop and implement curriculum, activities, and resources to engage children at all

• levels.

• Continue security measures to ensure a safe and welcoming environment.

• Partner with LBBC’s guest services team to create an exceptional first-time family

• experience.

Strategic Planning Administration

• Align the Kids Ministry with LBBC’s mission and core values.

• Manage and steward the Kids Ministry budget effectively.

• Continuously evaluate, innovate, and enhance ministry strategies for greater impact.

What We’re Looking For

Education Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent ministry leadership experience.

• Proven leadership experience in a large children’s ministry, with a track record of

• impact.

• Experience developing teams, volunteers, and family discipleship initiatives.

• Strong organizational, administrative, and budget management skills.

• Proficiency in technology, digital tools, and web-based ministry platforms.

Personal Spiritual Qualifications

• A strong, personal faith in Jesus Christ and a clear calling to children’s ministry.

• A humble, servant-hearted, and team-oriented leader.

• A high level of integrity, character, and commitment to biblical principles.

• A creative, adaptable, and visionary mindset with a drive for excellence.

Why Join LBBC?

• A thriving church family dedicated to growing disciples.

• A supportive staff team and leadership committed to your success.

• An incredible campus with over 80 acres of land, featuring state-of-the-art facilities.

• An opportunity to impact the next generation for Christ in a growing community.

Lake Bowen Baptist Church hosted their first service at 404 Sugar Ridge Rd on March 3, 2002 after formerly being Rock Hill Baptist Church at its original location about 3 miles away. LBBC aims to DELIVER the Gospel, DISCIPLE the Christian, and DEPLOY the Christ Follower through the ministries that take place at "the 404". Our staff all affirm the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 and we are led by our Senior Pastor, Rev Brad Atkins along with multiple full time and part time staff members that help lead us to fulfill our 4 core values of Living a life of Service, Living a life of Worship, Living a life on Mission, and Living a Life in Biblical Community.