leaders handbook
Handbook
3 - vision from Leadership Team
4 - What we're all about
5 - THE BREAKDOWN
6 - Expectations & Commitment
7 - Agreement
Our Vision For Kids Ministry
2023 vision.
Children's ministry is an important and vital part of every successful church. Church growth and culture have a direct link to children's ministry.
As we continue to grow we must ensure every child's safety is of high priority to every team member.
Our vision for Kids Ministry for 2023 is to concreate the REAL culture, give each child every opportunity to have a meaningful encounter with God and grow in their faith, and to be a LIFE giving team amongst the Newlife Church community.
We believe that having a strong team culture built by people who work well together and have a passion for Kid Ministry is essential to a successful Ministry. The quality of our leadership team is carefully constructed from the foundations of faith, passion, and commitment. We ask that you, as a leader, to embark on this journey with a sense of excitement for what God is capable of and that our team uphold our church values at all times.
Relationship and communication are two very important aspects of functioning as a great team - It's in our desire for you to personally feel a sense of belonging with the team. Our doors are also always open and we trust that you feel confident to discuss anything with us knowing that we will love on you, support you, and encourage you through this journey.
Kids Leadership Team
NewLife Church Mackay
What we're all about:
Our kids Culture
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A
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- Respect
- Encounter
- Accept
- Love
Contemporary, Life Giving,
Growing, Family Church,
Reaching Thousands.
One of the most important things for all of our Kids Leaders to get behind is the Vision of NewLife Church to be a:
Getting behind the Mission of NewLife Church and maintaining our the REAL culture, we become equipped to create an environment that's safe and fun where children can learn about God and be encouraged by an amazing team of leaders to fulfil the plan that god has for them!
prep - grade 4
Grade 5&6
18 months - pre prep
Preteens
GET INVOLVED!
Little Warriors: 18 months - Pre Prep. This is our youngest group focusing on short concise lessons about God largely focused on play and crafts.
But Jesus called them to him, saying,
“Let the children come to me, and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God” (Luke 18:16).
Kingdom Kids: prep- Grade 4. This is out largest group. This group is about deepening our understanding of God through a variety of activity's and play. This is also where we begin teaching the kids about our REAL culture (Respect, Encounter, Accept and Love) this culture is carried through from kingdom kids all the way to element youth and beyond).
I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth (3 John 1:4).
Preteens: Grades 5 & 6 ONLY. This is our oldest group in kids ministry focusing on the final years of primary school. This group is focused on deepening our connection, culture, and faith. We achieve this by focusing heavily on conversations. We are also training the kids to transition into Element YTH and or leadership prospects in the future.
THE BREAKDOWN
- Prayer Meeting,
- Set Up & Pack Up,
- Sign In & Security,
- Media & Production,
- Games, Activities & Programs,
- Teaching
There are a variety of exciting things that you get to be a part of within the Kids Ministry, some of which include:
BEING ON TEAM:
SUNDAY SERVICE CALL TIMES:
SUNDAY PRAYER MEETINGS:
It is expected that all leaders on team are attending the NewLife Church Pre-Service Prayer Meeting at 8:45am. Please communicate in advance to the Kids Director if you are unable to attend.
SET UP & PACK UP:
Upon arrival 8.30am, leaders are asked to start set up:
- Sign in area, and sign out area,
- Little Warriors Set Up (Little Warriors room),
- Kingdom Kids Set Up (Auditorium),
-Preteens room
- Prepare Food Snacks & Water Jugs
SIGN IN & SECURITY:
Sign in team are responsible for ensuring that every child is signed into the correct program before the commencement of the service! Sign in is 9.15am - 9.45am only children who are signed in may enter the rooms. Leaders rostered on are then to strictly follow the appropriate procedures and security measures upon releasing a child from the program at the conclusion of the service!
Note: It is essential that you please prioritise being on time and communicate in advance if you are running late or no longer able to attend. we aim to give the Kids our best, being on time (8.30) is necessary for us to be prepared each week.
Call time on a Sunday, for all leaders rostered on, is strictly an hour prior to the commencement of each service:
- AM Service Call Time - 8:30am
BEING ON TEAM:
MEDIA & PRODUCTION:
Our Media & Production Team are in charge of everything sound, display and lighting when needed! Leaders rostered on Media & Production are to have all media content prepped, ready and approved by the Kids Director prior to the commencement of the program.
Note: Viewing of other, non-related content on the computer's are not permitted and will result in discussion with the Kids Director around leadership role.
GAMES, ACTIVITIES & PROGRAM:
Note: Leaders are encouraged also to express any ideas and thoughts around games, activities and program content to Stacey for further discussion and consideration!
Everyone serving on team within the children's ministry are encouraged to bring a sense of enthusiasm and excitement as they run and engage with children in the different games & activities as well as when it comes time to share an encouraging message!
Runsheets, Rosters, Games, Activities & Program content will all be planned out and provided well in advance for all leader's to access. Should there be any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact Stacey.
- KIDS CHURCH LEADER'S APPLICATION
- Application to be submitted and interview to be conducted with Kids leadership team
- GROWTH TRACK
- NewLife Church Growth Track Steps 1, 2 & 3
- BLUE CARD
- Blue Card must be valid and Linked to NewLife Church
- SAFER CHURCHES TRAINING
- Certificate of completion to be provided
- ACC VOLUNTEER DECLARATION
- Signed copy to be provided
(Attached to Handbook)
- NEWLIFE CHILDREN'S PROTECTION POLICY & PROCEDURES
- Signed copy to be provided
(Attached to Handbook)
- NEWLIFE KIDS LEADERS AGREEMENT
- Witnessed & signed copy to be provided (Attached to Handbook)
COMPULSORY FOR ALL LEADERS:
It is a requirement that all team members provide evidence of completion or attainment for each of the following:
- All leaders are expected to attend New Life's Sunday Services on a regular basis.
PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING:
Expectations & commitment:
- All leaders are expected to attend training and all meetings as well as all Vision and Team Nights that are run by NewLife Church.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are unable to attend please communicate to Stacey in advance!
DISMISSAL OF LEADERSHIP:
- You are found guilty of committing a crime.
- You influence a young person to commit a crime.
- You fail to adhere to the guidelines stated within this manual.
- You engage in any of the following:
- - Substance abuse / drunkenness,
- - Sexual misconduct,
- Serious unbiblical lifestyle.
- There are serious concerns about your wellbeing, conductor ability to remain on team.
DISMISSAL OF LEADERSHIP:
You may be dismissed from leadership and any other appropriate action will be taken against you if:
NOTE:
It is important to note that all decision's regarding a person's suitability for leadership are at the discretion of your Kids Leadership Team and Pastors.
- Pursue and maintain a healthy, personal, relationship with God
- Pursue a life that promotes being a role model and a reliable member of New Life church and the community.
- Abide by the expectations, commitments, rules and guidelines as well as uphold the mission statement of both New Life Church and New Life Kids ministry.
- Honour the authority of the New Life Kids Leadership Team as well our Church Leaders and other members of the team,
- Have a passion to serve on the New Life Kids team with the understanding that it is designed to be a safe and fun environment for children aged between 18 months and 12 years.
- Promote the understanding that you have been given both the Honour and responsibility to serve them.
As a member of the NewLife Kids team, I understand that I am a role model and team member of New Life Church and, therefore, I am decicated to pursuing the love of God and following the example of our kids REAL culture and New Life Church's LIFE Culture.
I commit to:
leaders agreement