Children’s Ministries Communications Coordinator

St. Luke's United Methodist Church; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Houston is seeking a Children's Ministries Communications Coordinator to enhance communication for various ministries, ensuring effective outreach and engagement.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for supporting children and families, along with strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media tools. The role includes creating content, collaborating with church communications, and managing administrative functions.

Qualifications

• Two to four years of experience in communications, ministry support, or marketing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, database, and social media management.

Responsibilities

• Create and schedule communications across platforms for Children's Ministries.
• Collaborate with the church Communications Team for consistency.
• Assist with attendance procedures and communication logistics.

Skills

Written communication

Organizational skills

Storytelling skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, ministry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Canva

Adobe Suite

Job description

Mission of the Position

The primary mission of the Children’s Ministries Communications Coordinator is to support the spiritual formation of children and families by ensuring clear, timely, welcoming, and strategic communication for all Children’s Ministries programs, events, and volunteer efforts. The Coordinator serves as the communications hub for the ministry and collaborates closely with the church-wide Communications Team to ensure consistency in branding, messaging, and outreach.

Essential Duties

• Create, curate, and schedule Children’s Ministries content across multiple platforms, including weekly, monthly, and special event communications.
• Develop compelling informational, invitational, and storytelling communication targeted to parents, volunteers, children, staff, and the congregation.
• Collaborate with the church Communications Team to submit publicity requests, align branding, and ensure ministry-wide consistency.
• Create and implement promotional campaigns for Children’s Ministries events to increase awareness, participation, and engagement.
• Maintain the annual communications calendar that integrates weekly, monthly, and seasonal ministry rhythms.

Administrative Functions

• Assist with attendance procedures, Sunday morning materials, records, newsletters, and communication-related administrative tasks.
• Maintain and update digital records of volunteers, families, and event participants.
• Assist with check-in systems, classroom signage, event registrations, and Sunday morning communications logistics.
• Manage communication follow-up for families, volunteers, and staff regarding events, deadlines, registrations, and scheduling.
• Perform all other administrative duties related to communication as needed.

Volunteer & Team Support

• Provide communication support to volunteers by sending weekly reminders, updates, instructions, and event-specific information.
• Support volunteer recruitment campaigns throughout the year espcailly for major events.
• Serve as communication liaison between Children’s Ministries staff, volunteers, families, and the church Communications Team.

Financial Duties

• Process online registration funds, event payments, and communication-related reimbursements.
• Coordinate with supervisor for communication material purchases, design requests, and event-related expenses.

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma required
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, ministry, or related field preferred

Experience

• Two to four years of experience in communications, ministry support, marketing, or a related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; database and social media management, Canva, and Adobe Suite experience preferred
• Familiarity with church communication processes or ministry environments preferred

Talents

• Passion for sharing the love of Jesus with children and families
• Strong written communication, organization, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to manage simultaneous projects with attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Skilled in organization, prioritization, and time management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with social media and database systems preferred.
• Passion for supporting the spiritual growth of children and families.