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WEEKLY ATTENDANCE: 350

Meet Two Rivers Church

Two Rivers Church is a welcoming Christian community focused on helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus through worship, teaching, and connection with others. Their mission centers on loving Jesus, building family among believers, and bringing hope to their community, with Sunday services held each week where people can worship together and explore faith in a supportive environment. The church offers ministries for kids, students, life groups, and opportunities to serve and make an impact in practical ways. Whether you’re new to church or have been following Jesus for years, Two Rivers Church emphasizes relational connection and spiritual growth grounded in biblical teaching. Their services and events are designed to help people feel connected, encouraged, and equipped to live out their faith.

About the Family Pastor

The Family Pastor serves as the chief visionary and motivator for our church’s ministry to kids and their families. This person will lead the charge in building a vibrant, engaging, gospel-centered culture for kids from birth through 5th grade, and their families. They will mentor, pray and supervise staff and volunteers providing a welcoming, loving, and safe environment that teaches the Word and Spirit of Christ and equips parents to disciple their kids. They will actively pursue ongoing refinement of areas of oversight.

The Family Pastor’s responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of paid staff and volunteers in the operation of a kids ministry, including weekend services and periodic special events.

• Equip and empower a team of paid staff in spiritual and professional development.

• Utilize curriculum to not only making Sundays awesome, but to connect the church and home throughout the week & empower parents to disciple their kids.

• Implement children’s registration, classroom management, and security policies/ practices in support of weekend services and periodic special events.

• Direct the recruitment, training, and development of volunteers as needed to staff kids ministry classrooms and special events.

• Create and manage an annual budget for kids and family ministries.

• Assist in implementing and developing events to engage families and their kids in a fun, creative atmosphere.

• Assist with special programs and events (not limited to 2RCKids) throughout the year.

• Preach as needed (approximately 4-6x per year).

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Family Pastor:

Education and Experience

• This position requires a minimum of 3-5 years experience as a staff member in a kids ministry leadership capacity.
• Possession of a teaching or related degree is preferred. (Extensive ministry experience, in some cases, can be substituted).
• A culture creator who knows how to shape environments with joyful, gospel-infused purpose, and has the gift of “woo” (winning others over) who thrives in building relationships and team momentum.
• A working knowledge of creative programming related to children’s classes and special events is a must.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Be fully aligned with the mission and vision of Two Rivers Church.

• Excellent organizational, administration and relational skills.

• Organized, self motivated, efficient and ability to multi-task.

• Possess a knowledge of child development (physical, mental and spiritual)

• Seek educational opportunities when possible through conferences, workshops, books, videos, and other training resources.

• Humble leader and team player who thrives in collaborative environments.

• A passion for seeing kids and families transformed by the gospel and living on mission.

What it’s like to live in Chattanooga, TN

Living in Chattanooga, Tennessee offers a unique blend of scenic beauty, outdoor adventure, and a strong sense of community. Nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by mountains, the city is known for its breathtaking views and easy access to hiking, rock climbing, biking, and water activities. Chattanooga has a vibrant downtown with locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, and a growing arts and music scene, while still maintaining a relaxed, small-city feel. The cost of living is relatively affordable compared to larger metropolitan areas, and residents often appreciate the balance between work, family life, and recreation. With its mix of Southern hospitality, innovation, and natural beauty, Chattanooga is a welcoming place to call home.