Children & Families Minister

Children and Families Minister
Christ Church & St Paul’s, Anerley
Full-time :  £32,000 p.a

This is an exciting opportunity for a FULL TIME Children and Families Minister at Christ Church & St Paul’s, Anerley.

Christ Church & St Paul’s is one church on two locations, located near Crystal Palace in urban south-east London. We’re an evangelical charismatic Anglican church within the Diocese of Rochester. We have strong community relationships and rejoice in a congregation drawn from many nationalities and backgrounds.

This 5-year fixed term post is part of the Diocesan ‘Called Together’ strategy.

Building upon growth, we’re looking for someone to lead and develop ministry with children and families, building a relational model of discipleship and supporting long-term growth in faith and belonging.

 Over the next five years, we are seeking to:

·       Develop, equip and empower volunteers in ministry to the rising generations and their families

·       Engage 150 children and their families in discipleship

·       Establish 5 new worshipping communities

This is a new role with scope to shape and develop the ministry. You will work alongside a supportive team and nurture volunteers in a ‘can-do’ culture that seeks to equip and release whole-life discipleship through the Holy Spirit. Additionally, the post-holder will be supported by the Diocesan Children and Young People’s team.

We are looking for someone who is:

·       passionate to build God’s kingdom in the rising generations and their families

·       creative in discerning and developing new ministries with and through a team

·       relational, patient and able to build trust over time

·       experienced in working with children/families

·       can equip and develop volunteers as well as lead ministry in this area

Anerley offers a strong sense of community and excellent transport links to London.

A discernment pack and application form are available from [email protected].

For an informal conversation prior to applying, contact Rev Richard Jones - email [email protected].

Please note that this role requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check, and you will be required as part of the application process to complete a confidential declaration form.

Closing date:              Wednesday 25 November
Visit & Interviews:     Wednesday 2