Help a child grow with God
Clear roles, real training, a partner beside you — and never alone with the children.
Never alone
Two adults, always. You're supported and protected.
Real training
You're never thrown in unprepared.
Sustainable
A rotation with off weeks — we prevent burnout.
Pastored
You're known, prayed for, and thanked.
Ways to serve
Roots (Small-Group) Leader
The heart role — the same caring leader, the same kids, every week.
Large-Group Leader
Teach and host the Gather time with energy and clarity.
Seedlings Caregiver
Love and care for our littlest ones in the nursery.
Check-In & Welcome
The safe, friendly front door for every family.
Inclusion Buddy
Walk alongside a child with additional needs so they belong.
Worship & Tech
Help kids worship and keep the room running smoothly.
Five moves of a great small-group leader
Be present
Create a safe place
Partner with parents
Make it personal
Move them out
The safety gate — for everyone
No one serves with children until this is complete. We never skip it for anyone, however trusted or well-known. It protects the children — and it protects you.
- 1. Written application & interview
- 2. Reference checks
- 3. Background check
- 4. Child-protection training (before serving)
- 5. Six months known in the church
- 6. A 4-week apprenticeship with an experienced leader
"We do not build a safe garden by trusting fast. We build it by screening everyone."
Read our full Safe Garden policyTake the first step
Tell us a little about you. We'll follow up and walk you through the screening process.