Job Overview

EFC Irvine is a Christian church based in Irvine, California, part of the EFC general assembly which

consists of 140 churches across 4 continents and 10 countries. Our church, established in 1988, has 5

congregations – Taiwanese, Mandarin, English, 1.5-generation, and Children's Ministry, with approximately

500 members.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Children Ministry Pastor to lead our ministry to children

from newborn to 12 years old, overseeing the elementary, early childhood, and nursery departments.

Currently we have an elder, 3 deacons, and 2 directors (early childhood, nursery) in the Children Ministry.

The Children Ministry Pastor will report directly to the Senior Pastor, who works closely with the Elder

Board to lead the church. This position involves shepherding a growing group of around 80 children

Job Description

Leadership and Oversight:

Oversee and manage the three Children Ministry departments (nursery, early childhood, and

elementary) with the Children Ministry elder, ensuring all programs (Sunday Service, Sunday

School, Worship, etc.) and activities align with the church's vision.

Team Development & Spiritual Support:

Lead, mentor, and recruit (if necessary) the department directors and volunteers, providing

spiritual guidance, training, and support to ensure effective teaching and care for the children.

Sunday Services:

Prepare and deliver engaging, age-appropriate sermons and lessons during Sunday services (

emphasis in the elementary department, but occasionally in early childhood). Ensure that the

curriculum is biblically sound and relevant for the different age groups. Provide a warm, friendly,

and learning environment for children. Support the three Children Ministry departments

accordingly.

Parent & Child Relationships:

Build strong, meaningful relationships with the children and their parents, serving as a resource

for their spiritual growth and development.

New Program Initiation:

Launch and lead a new Friday night kids program, providing fun, faith-building activities for

children in a safe and supportive environment.

Administrative Duties:

Coordinate elementary ministry speakers and volunteers with the core team, provide general

Children Ministry spiritual and safety guidelines. Plan and coordinate ministry activities,

curriculum, and special events (e.g., Vacation Bible School, holiday programs) with the directors,

core team members, and Children Ministry elder. Participate in the Children Ministry annual

budget estimation process.

Others:

Visit children and their families to pray and care for them. Attend weekly church staff meetings,

monthly Children Ministry prayer meetings, monthly church prayer meetings, elder & deacon

board meetings (bi-monthly), EFCI coworker trainings (2 per year), annual pastoral planning

meeting, and other pertinent meetings

Qualifications:

• Education background (M. Div or MA) in accredited and church-approved seminary with knowledge in biblical interpretation, child development in Christian environments, active and growing relationship with God through Jesus Christ
• A heart for children's spiritual development and a desire to foster a thriving, Christ-centered children's ministry.
• Previous experience (3+ years highly preferred) in children's ministry or a related field.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively with volunteers and church staff.
• Energetic, warm, and excited to share the love of Jesus with children and their families
• Physically and mentally capable of sustained activities with children
• Bilingual in English and Chinese (conversational)