Director of Children's Ministry

Director of Children’s Ministry

First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale (Fort Lauderdale, Florida)

First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale creates spaces of Christ-centered connection and inspires people of all ages to explore faith in open and honest ways, cultivating possibilities for growth and transformation. Rooted in a rich history of partnership with the Fort Lauderdale community, First Pres is known for its welcoming spirit, thoughtful faith, and commitment to making the city a great place to live through God’s grace.

We are prayerfully seeking our next Director of Children’s Ministry, a leader who will nurture faith, equip volunteers, and help children and families take meaningful next steps in their spiritual journey. This position has the opportunity to build upon a strong foundation and expand a ministry with significant potential for growth and deeper engagement.

About the Ministry

The Children’s Ministry at First Pres includes weekly Sunday School, seasonal events, and Vacation Bible School, serving 54 children overall, with 20–25 children attending on an average Sunday and 85 children participating in VBS. The ministry functions as an important onramp into the broader life of the church and plays a key role in welcoming new families.

This ministry is supported by a dedicated team of approximately 44 volunteers and is uniquely positioned for growth. With an onsite preschool serving nearly 150 children ages 2–5, growing energy in the early worship service, and multiple touchpoints throughout the year for engaging families, this is an environment ready for a leader to bring vision, structure, and warmth to children’s ministry.

The Right Fit Will Be Someone Who

• Has a deep love for Jesus and a passion for communicating God’s love and the Gospel to children
• Is comfortable engaging both children and adults in large- and small-group settings
• Can recruit, encourage, and equip volunteers with clarity and care
• Brings creativity, presence, and relational strength to ministry leadership
• Thrives in a collaborative, Christ-centered church culture that values openness, growth, and service

While experience is valued, First Pres places a high priority on character, calling, and the ability to create environments where children are known, welcomed, and formed in faith. With strong volunteer engagement, a vibrant preschool presence, and a church-wide commitment to discipleship, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to shape the spiritual lives of children and families.

Why First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale?

• A Christ-centered, multi-generational congregation with deep community roots
• A church culture marked by warmth, trust, and thoughtful faith
• Strong volunteer engagement and multiple onramps for family connection
• A ministry context rich with opportunity for growth and innovation

If your heart beats for helping children experience God’s love and guiding families into deeper connection with Christ and community, we’d love to hear from you.