Job Description

Position: Children’s Pastor

Church: House of Bread Church

Locations: Orangevale, CA

Attendance: 1500

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Reports to: Executive Pastor; Lead Pastor

See full profile (with pictures) of the position, church, and area HERE

ABOUT HOUSE OF BREAD CHURCH

House of Bread Church, founded in 2006 by immigrants from the former Soviet Union and other Soviet republics. The church’s vibrant community thrives by using both English and Russian, reflecting its diverse congregation, which includes many second and third-generation immigrants. This bilingual approach opens doors for deeper connections across generations, helping families stay rooted in their cultural heritage while also integrating into the broader community.

The church believes in constantly adapting to effectively communicate God’s message to its surroundingarea. By prayerfully studying the needs of the city and the unique challenges of the present time, House of Bread wisely allocates its resources to serve the people. The church is a place for spiritual growth, where individuals can develop their calling and gifts. Emphasizing simplicity, sincerity, hard work, and loyalty, House of Bread sees itself as a "hospital" for both the wounded and the healed, inviting everyone to contribute and serve, as each part plays a vital role in the body of Christ.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

House of Bread Church is seeking a Children’s Pastor who embodies our core values and is committed to nurturing the spiritual growth of our young community. This key role will be instrumental in fostering both personal and spiritual development through dynamic, engaging, and thoughtfully structured programming.

Responsibilities

The Children’s Pastor will oversee a wide range of programs and responsibilities, including:

• Designing and implementing Sunday programming for children from preschool to elementary grades.

• Overseeing curriculum selection and implementation, with the flexibility to evaluate and transition to new materials if necessary.

• Developing transitional programs in collaboration with the student ministry leaders to bridge the gap for tweens and junior high students entering student ministries.

• Leading mid-week programs, including Awana and GEMS.

• Growing the Vacation Bible School (VBS) program as a cornerstone of the annual ministry calendar.

• Managing 160+ volunteers and 1 part-time paid assistant, ensuring proper training and development.

• Cultivating a leadership pipeline by identifying and mentoring emerging leaders among volunteers and staff.

• Collaborating with the campus pastor to align Sunday school teachers with the broader “Dream Team” culture.

To apply, please fill out the fields below and attach your resume. Your completed application will be reviewed in a timely manner.

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