Job Title: Family Life Pastor
Church: Reach Community Church
Location: Leland, NC
Salary Range: $47,000 - $51,000 (Full-Time Position)
About Us: Reach Community Church is a nondenominational, Spirit-filled church committed to preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ, fostering discipleship, and building strong families. We are a growing community passionate about worship, biblical teaching, and creating a multi-generational ministry that impacts our congregation and local community.
We are seeking a Family Life Pastor to join our leadership team. This individual will focus on overseeing both the Sunday morning children’s ministry and the Wednesday night youth ministry. This individual will work closely with parents, volunteers, and church staff to ensure that the spiritual needs of children, youth, and their families are met in alignment with our church's vision.
Key Responsibilities:
Children’s Ministry:
• Oversee and coordinate the children’s ministry for kids (Pre-K to 5th grade), ensuring a safe, engaging, and spiritually enriching environment.
• Develop or select a biblically sound gospel-centered curriculum for Sunday morning services.
• Recruit, train, and schedule volunteers for children’s ministry roles (teachers, assistants, and helpers).
• Collaborate with parents to encourage family discipleship and to create resources that help children grow in their faith.
• Plan and organize special children’s events, including holiday programs and outreach opportunities.
Student Ministry:
• Lead the middle and high school youth ministry (6th-12th grade), including Wednesday night gatherings.
• Create a welcoming and spiritually vibrant environment where students can explore their faith and grow as followers of Christ.
• Plan and deliver engaging Bible studies, small group discussions, and relevant teachings that align with Reach's vision and values.
• Organize retreats, mission trips, and service opportunities to encourage youth involvement in church and community life.
• Develop appropriate relationships with students, providing spiritual guidance and mentorship.
General Leadership:
• Partner with church leadership to develop and implement a vision for family life ministries that aligns with the church's overall mission.
• Collaborate with pastoral staff to ensure the family ministries are integrated into the wider church community.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and provide updates on ministry activities.
• Submit an annual family life ministry budget and manage the budget to ensure the efficient use of resources.
Qualifications:
• A committed and growing follower of Jesus Christ.
• Previous experience in children’s or youth ministry leadership (preferably 3+ years).
• Strong understanding of Biblical truth and the ability to teach and model these beliefs in children and youth settings.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop a healthy connection with children and teens.
• Experienced in recruiting, training, and developing volunteers.
• Ability to balance administrative duties with relational ministry.
• A heart for family discipleship and equipping parents as the primary spiritual leaders in their children’s lives.
• Bachelor's degree in ministry, theology, or a related field preferred but not required.
Benefits:
• Competitive salary of $47,000 - $51,000 based on experience.
• Paid vacation and sick time off based on work hours.
• Professional development and ministry training opportunities.
• Supportive church environment with a passion for Spirit-filled worship and solid biblical teaching.
• Relocation assistance is possible if deemed necessary.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following to info@reachcommunitychurch.com:
• Resume
• Cover letter describing your call to ministry and how your vision aligns with Reach Community Church’s vision and beliefs
• 3 references (including at least one pastoral reference)
• Any relevant teaching or sermon samples (optional)
Church Profile: Reach Community Church
History
Reach Community Church was founded on September 23, 2012, by Pastor Heath Caddell and a dedicated team of eleven families who felt called to serve the Leland community. Leaving their previous comforts, they established the church with a mission to impact lives through Christ.
Vision
Our mission is to see lives changed by Christ together—through loving God, loving people, and reaching our world.
Core Values
Presence of God: We completely acknowledge that without the presence of God in our Sunday morning services or in our people, we have no capacity for real life transformation. This begins with each individual and permeates everything we do, including our community groups.
The Word of God: We recognize the Bible as the foundation of our ministry, trusting in its authority and power. This commitment is evident in every Sunday message and community group discussion.
Authentic Relationships: We believe that real discipleship, training, and mentoring occur within authentic relationships. While Sunday services are important, we emphasize building community beyond that time frame.
The Next Generation: We are dedicated to partnering with parents to cultivate the next generation of passionate Christ-followers who fulfill Jesus’ Great Commandment to love God, love others, and reach our world. We focus on equipping parents to shepherd their children effectively.
Community Transformation/Outreach: We train our members to be agents of change in their workplaces, neighborhoods, and spheres of influence. Through our community groups, we aim to share the Gospel and effect life change in our city, nation, and world by meeting people's physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Affiliation
We are a non-denominational church connected to the MPACT Network of Churches, fostering relationships and resources among like-minded congregations.
Leadership
Reach Community Church is elder-led, ensuring that our leadership is grounded in biblical principles and collective wisdom.
Community Engagement
Situated in Leland, North Carolina—a rapidly growing town in Brunswick County with a population of approximately 30,542 as of 2023 —Reach Community Church is committed to serving this vibrant community. Leland's proximity to Wilmington and area beaches makes it a desirable location for families and individuals seeking a blend of suburban and coastal living.
Attendance
Our congregation consists of an average of 170-200 attendees each Sunday, reflecting a diverse group of individuals and families united in faith and community.
For more information or to get involved, please visit our website: www.reachcommunitychurch.com