Assistant / Associate Pastor, Chinese Congregation
About The Position
Depending on his level of experience, the applicant will serve as the Associate Pastor (Session member) or Assistant Pastor, and will be responsible for: Assisting the Senior Pastor and Session in vision casting and ministry planning for the Chinese congregation Faithfully teaching the Word of God. filling the pulpit as needed, and teaching Sunday School and Bible studies Shepherding the Chinese congregation and caring for their spiritual needs through fellowship, small groups, discipleship, caring, visits and in-person interactions Broadening GCC's outreach ministry in local Chinese communities, such as developing and organizing fellowship groups for seekers and new believers, thereby fostering church growth Ministering to young adults and young professionals through fellowship and outreach activities to form a bond of love and friendship among this age group Participating in church government alongside fellow elders and deacons Salary: Undisclosed
Requirements
- Seminary Graduate: An M.Div. degree (or equivalent) from an accredited school is required
- Fluency in Mandarin Chinese, and able to communicate in English
- Having a clear calling to pastoral ministry and a commitment to shepherd God's flock with love, and willing to lead by Christ's example
- Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching God's Word with proven expository preaching skills
- Willingness to work with humility in a multicultural staff environment and demonstrating strong team spirit
- Prior experience in shepherding or serving in a local church
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to relate and communicate with all age groups within the church body
- Reformed Theology and Presbyterian Polity
- A successful candidate must wholeheartedly subscribe to Reformed doctrine as outlined in the Westminster Standards, which form part of the doctrinal basis of GCC. The candidate shall also be already ordained, or be willing to seek ordination, in the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA).
Responsibilities
- Assisting the Senior Pastor and Session in vision casting and ministry planning for the Chinese congregation
- Faithfully teaching the Word of God, filling the pulpit as needed, and teaching Sunday School and Bible studies
- Shepherding the Chinese congregation and caring for their spiritual needs through fellowship, small groups, discipleship, caring, visits and in-person interactions
- Broadening GCC's outreach ministry in local Chinese communities, such as developing and organizing fellowship groups for seekers and new believers, thereby fostering church growth
- Ministering to young adults and young professionals through fellowship and outreach activities to form a bond of love and friendship among this age group
- Participating in church government alongside fellow elders and deacons
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
