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Knox Presbyterian ChurchFamily Ministries PastorFull-time permanent (40 hours per week)5 Days a week with some flexibility; core work days to include Sunday & Tuesday on-site, some additional weekend and evening commitmentsCompensation: $80k per annum plus benefitsReports to: Associate Minister, Nick RenaudDirect Reports: Camp Director (Seasonal), Community Outreach Coordinator (Part-Time)Start date: August 1, 2025Please Note: This role is not eligible for ordination in the Presbyterian Church in Canada.About Knox Presbyterian ChurchKnox Church is an urban, evangelical and Reformed community with an emphasis on expository preaching, local and global missions, and intercessory prayer. Located strategically next to the University of Torontos downtown campus, Knox has a vision of Following Jesus, Loving the City, Serving the World. The congregation is multicultural and multi-ethnic drawing from across the Greater Toronto Area and is a member of the Presbyterian Church in Canada.Role OverviewAt every age, Jesus calls us to follow him and know him. We desire for the Kids, Teens, and Families at Knox to be full participants in the life of the community, in worship and in service. The Pastor for Family Ministries leads the church in offering age-specific spaces where Kids, Teens and Families can build friendships, feel cared for, safe to ask questions, and find mentoring relationships that encourage them in their faith journeys. The Family Ministries Pastor helps to equip Kids, Teens, and Families to follow Jesus, with opportunities to serve the community through various outreach opportunities/projects in partnership with other Ministries at Knox.As a member of the Knox staff team, the Family Ministries Pastor is a passionate advocate for children and youth (newborns to grade 12). They are responsible for developing and implementing a practical theology and strategy for family ministry that includes ministry to children, youth and their parents/caregivers. This role oversees and is responsible for all aspects of ministry to children and youth at Knox. The mission includes prayerfully coming alongside caregivers in efforts to help them help their children and youth become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ and enfold them into the life of the church.We desire to see the Kids, Teens, and Families of Knox and of the surrounding neighbourhoods, encounter the living God and be welcomed into our community finding love, safety, purpose and support.The Family Ministries Pastor oversees the following ministry areas:Family DiscipleshipEquipping parents/caregivers to nurture the faith of their childrenKids MinistryNursery (currently no supervised nursery provided)Tiny Tots (age 1-4)Knox Kids (age 5-11)Youth MinistryKnox Teens (gr. 6-12)Knox Camp7 weeks of full day daycamp for kids aged 4-14 with a Leaders in Training ProgramCommunity Outreach MinistrySupports Knoxs Community Outreach Ministry which serves single mothers of young childrenObjectivesThe Pastor of Family Ministries strives to ensure that every child and youth involved with Knox has the opportunity to:hear and engage with the Gospelgain knowledge and understanding of the Biblebe connected to and participate in discipleship activities, andgrow in love and relationship with JesusResponsibilitiesSupport/Resource FamiliesDisciple kids and youth, using the discipleship model that reinforces our commitment to whole-life Gospel transformation and local church integration.Foster healthy relationships with families and their kids, encouraging, supporting, and collaborating around faith formation.Provide training and resources to families to integrate faith into their life together at home throughout the weekHost events that encourage relationships between families in the church and that mark significant moments of the church year in ways that are engaging for childrenAct as first tier pastoral care for families, referring/escalating using the pastoral care triage framework as required. This may include tasks like supporting families in crisis, arranging meals or other physical support to families in transition or need, providing pastoral support and encouragement, praying with families or kidsChildrens/Kids MinistriesProvide vision, direction and oversight for all aspects of Kids MinistryBe a catalyst for the formation of community among families at Knox, providing a warm welcome, effectively enfolding them and extending appropriate pastoral care.Champion intergenerational worship, outreach, and discipleship strategiesIdentify, recruit, train, and resource people as Kids Ministry volunteersSelect and/or develop age appropriate Bible/Sunday School curriculumPrepare appropriate lesson plans and equip leaders to teach in engaging waysOnce each season, provide physical resources to families in the form of curriculum packages, encouragement notes, gifts, and other materials.Youth MinistriesEstablish the mission, objectives, philosophy, strategy and a process of evaluation for youth ministryRecruit, equip, empower and prayerfully support volunteer leaders as youth mentors/disciplersDevelop culturally sensitive age appropriate programming/opportunities for youth.Host youth group semi-monthlyInvite youth to participate in supporting kids ministry and in worshipProvide pastoral care and discipleship to teens one on one as well as in groupsKnox Camps MinistriesProvide oversight for the Knox Camps ministryReview the mission, objectives, philosophy, strategy and a process of evaluation for the campWrite and apply for the Canada Summer Jobs grantHire, develop and supervise the Camp DirectorHire, train and prayerfully support the paid and volunteer camp staffAct as staff resource for the camp teamAct as liaison between the Camp Ministry and the congregation, session, and wider community with respect to promotion, funding, general administration, etc.GeneralSpend regular times in prayer for the needs of those involved in the leadership of the ministries you overseeMaintain a regular visible presence at worship services with special presence and leadership for key kids and youth activitiesAttend to your own spiritual formationParticipate in weekly pastoral staff meetings, staff chapel, and monthly all-staff meetingsWork collaboratively with other pastoral staff and Elders to pursue the vision, mission and values of Knox ChurchSet, oversee and administer your annual ministry budgetScreen all family ministry volunteers and ensure compliance with the PCC Leading with Care PolicySkills & QualificationsA mature Christian with a servant heart5+ years experience in leading ministry for families, kids, & youthA relevant university degree or college diploma preferred (theological education preferred)Committed to serving others, supporting leaders, and cultivating team ministryProven ability to connect with people across generations and advocate for the importance of children & youth in the life of the churchDemonstrated ability to build community and to work and serve in an intercultural and intergenerational contextStrong relational skills and a high EQ, with keen pastoral instinctsStrong communication skills both verbal and written, with proficiency in EnglishAbility to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and maintain resiliency in a dynamic environmentStrong project management expertiseComputer proficiency (Mac OS, Google Docs, Office 365)Must be eligible to work in CanadaThis role is not eligible for ordination in the Presbyterian Church in Canada.Knox Presbyterian Church does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, or age. Disability accommodations are available on request for all aspects of the selection process.Please apply at:#J-18808-Ljbffr