Our Vision statements

Our PBC vision is to…

A community of people led by God’s Spirit
each joining with Jesus to see lives transformed

Our PBC children’s ministry
vision is to…

Plant. Nurture. Grow.

For us, this means that Kid’s ministry is an environment where…

The seed of the Gospel is planted

Their relationship with Jesus is nurtured and encouraged

They grow in thier love and worship of God

Their roots are firmly established in God’s Word, the Bible

They feel welcomed and enjoy coming

They are given training in listening and responding to God’s Spirit

They are given opportunities to help and serve others

There is opportunity to build relationships with others in our church community

They learn to pray and see prayer as a natural way of talking to God

Families are encouraged as they nurture their children in all facets of their lives

Children’s Ministry

Within our children’s ministry at PBC, we run the following programs for children up to grade 4.

Playtime is a caring, supportive community designed for children from birth to school age. Our heart is to share Jesus relationally.

Kids church is a weekly, fun environemnt for school age kids (K-4). Our heart is to introduce kids to Jesus.

Previous Pebbles is a fun environment for pre-school aged children (3-5 years) where we seek to introduce kids to Jesus.

Application Process

Thank you for your willingness to serve at PBC. Each person's contribution towards seeing others lives transformed for the Gospel is so valuable. In order to serve at PBC, each person must go through an Application and Screening Process, which we have tried to make as easy and streamlined as possible, while seeking to fulfil good Safe Church requirements.  The process is as follows:

 

Speak to the Ministry Leader

Discuss with them about your desire to join their ministry team and serve, and they will be able to tell you about what the role entails, and provide you with a copy of the Role Description, which is important for the Application Process and in helping you understand the role.

Fill out the Application Form

All volunteers must complete the Application Form as part of the Safe Church Requirements. It will collect information about you and the role you are seeking to volunteer in. On the Application Form, it will refer to information found on the Role Description (such as Role you are applying for and, Category of the Role).

Complete Screening Requirements

Once you submit the Application Form, it will automatically redirect to a page which outlines the screening requirements you need to complete for that role, taking into account those that you have previously completed. It will also provide links to the relevant forms for completion. Please complete these ASAP.

Await Approval

Once you have completed the Application Form and all screening requirements, the Operations Team will process it and let you and the Ministry Leader know you have been approved and they will commence any required induction process for the particular ministry.

Forms to Complete (everyone)

Thank you for your interest in becoming a children’s ministry leader at PBC.

Through the Volunteer Application Form process (linked above), you will be redirected to a page that outlines the forms that you need to complete, taking into consideration those that you have previously completed. Below are the 3 forms that need to be completed for all categories of roles (i.e. Code of Conduct, Referee Nomination Form, and Screening Form).

Please only click the links below if you have been directed to by the Operations Team or a Ministry Leader (otherwise please complete the Volunteer Application Form above which will provide the appropriate links for the forms you need to complete).

If you require printed/hardcopy version of the forms for you to fill out, please contact us and we will assist you.

As you scroll down, you will find further “Key Information” related to Children’s Ministry Leadership at PBC. If you have any questions about this process, please chat with Mireille Kean.

 

Additional Requirements (Categories 1a and 2a)

For roles that minister to Children, it is a requirement to also complete Creating Safe Spaces training and have a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). You can book/apply for both of these online via the links below.

 

Creating Safe Spaces Training

We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive ministries at PBC. As such, we require all volunteers in ministries with children or vulnerable people to complete Creating Safe Spaces (CSS) training. Completing the Application Form above will advise whether the role you are applying for requires this training. This training covers the legal responsibilities, WHS, risk management & strategies to address protection of young and vulnerable people. This training is conducted in 2 stages:

  1.  Online training modules (required prior to being appointed as a leader)
  2. In person workshop

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Any Adults who work or volunteer in ministries to Children (Role Category 1a and 2a) are required to hold a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) and have it verified by PBC prior to being able to serve. A WWCC is valid for 5 years, and is free for Volunteers. Completing the Application Form above will advise whether the role you are applying for requires a WWCC. Once you have obtained your WWCC, please provide it to us for verification.

Got Questions?

If you have any questions, please contact Mireille:

Mireille Kean Mireille@parramattabaptist.com

Ph: (02) 9630 3515.

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