Family Pastor

Family Pastor

Job Description

Job Overview

Harvest Church is seeking a passionate, Christ-centered Family Pastor to lead and disciple the next generation. This role is focused on implementing a dynamic, biblically rooted, and engaging ministry for children (birth–5th grade), where they can develop a love for Jesus and a strong foundation of faith. The Family Pastor will equip volunteers, partner with parents, and create an environment that makes learning about Jesus exciting and life-changing.

Skills & Responsibilities

• Lead & Oversee Ministry:
• Implement vision and strategy for children’s discipleship.
• Oversee all children’s programming, ensuring a safe, Gospel-centered experience.
• Plan and launch special events and outreach initiatives.
• Manage budget, curriculum, and ministry logistics.
• Teach & Inspire:
• Preach the Gospel to children clearly and repeatedly so that every child has the opportunity to respond to and share their faith.
• Communicate God’s Word creatively so that children understand and apply biblical truth in their daily lives.
• Engage children in worship, prayer, and hands-on learning, making faith fun and impactful.
• Recruit, train, and equip volunteers, and foster a culture of discipleship, joy, teamwork, and excellence within the children’s ministry team.
• Partner with Parents & Families:
• Support parents as the primary disciple-makers by providing resources, encouragement, and practical tools for faith at home.
• Develop creative ways to engage families in their children’s spiritual growth.

Experience & Qualifications

• A growing, vibrant faith in Jesus Christ and a deep love for his word.
• A passion for working with children and seeing them grow in their faith.
• A bachelor’s degree in ministry or Christian education (Master’s preferred).
• 3+ years of children’s ministry leadership (preferred).
• Strong communication, teaching, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to build relationships with children, parents, and volunteers.
• Alignment with the mission and values of Harvest Church.

Living Out the Role

• Who You Are:
• A joyful, energetic leader who loves seeing children encounter Jesus.
• A servant-hearted shepherd who prioritizes discipleship over entertainment.
• Someone who values fun but keeps the gospel at the center of every interaction.
• A visionary who sees potential in every child, helping them develop a faith that lasts.
• A team-builder who thrives in community, knowing that ministry is best done together.
• What Success Looks Like:
• Children are excited to come to church and actively growing in their faith.
• A strong volunteer team is thriving, equipped, and empowered to serve and multiply.
• Parents feel supported, encouraged, and engaged in their child’s spiritual development.
• The children’s ministry is safe, fun, and gospel-centered, leading to lasting impact.
• There is clear growth and engagement in the overall children’s ministry.
• Going Above & Beyond:
• Raising up young leaders so the ministry thrives beyond your leadership.
• Creating an environment where children feel seen, loved, and known by Jesus and their church community.
• Developing fresh, creative ways to reach and disciple children in today’s world.
• What to Avoid:
• Viewing the role as childcare instead of discipleship.
• Prioritizing programming over people, relationships come first.
• Operating in isolation, this is a team effort.
• Losing sight of the privilege, investing in the next generation is one of the greatest callings.

Church & Job Information

Denomination: Non-Denominational

Church Size: 850

Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried, Benefits

Pay Range: Based on Experience

Workplace Location:

Harvest Church

1669 S. Garfield Ave.

Traverse City, MI 49686

Harvest Church in Traverse City started with God calling and directing a handful of people to be focused upon the biblical mandate for the church to “make disciples.” With a variety of church backgrounds, the group began meeting in homes on Sunday evenings. God began to grow the group by bringing people who were also sold out to the thought of intentionally growing in Christ. Built upon the words of Jesus in Matthew 16:18, “I will build my church,” the first worship service was held on April 8, 2012 and by God’s blessing the handful of people continue to grow into a vibrant church.