Cantonese Ministry Pastor

Light Magazine.; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Light Magazine is seeking a Cantonese Ministry Pastor (Part-Time) to preach, teach, and provide pastoral care to the Cantonese congregation. The role requires 22 hours per week and collaborates with the Senior Pastor and church leaders to align with the mission and vision of the church.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master of Divinity or equivalent, be fluent in Cantonese, and demonstrate a heart for ministry, teaching, and pastoral leadership within a multi-congregation community.

Qualifications

• Master of Divinity or equivalent theological education from an accredited seminary.
• Fluency in Cantonese (spoken and written).
• Willingness to go through credentialing if MB not held within two years.
• Strong ability to collaborate with pastors, staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Preach in Cantonese worship services.
• Provide pastoral care including visitation, counselling and spiritual guidance.
• Teach Sunday School and lead Bible Study/Discipleship Groups.
• Provide leadership to various Fellowships and Groups.
• Collaborate with Senior Pastor and church leaders to realize church plans.
• Participate in staff meetings and denominational activities with a teamwork mindset.

Skills

Cantonese fluency

English proficiency

Pastoral leadership

Team collaboration

Preaching & teaching

Education

Master of Divinity (M.Div.)

Job description

Job Type: Part Time

Salary: $30,000-36,000 per year

Salary Unit: Year

Salary Currency: CDN

A. Position Description

Job Title: Cantonese Ministry Pastor (Part-Time)

B. Position Summary

Preach, teach, and provide pastoral care to the Cantonese congregation. Support the Staff and Pastoral Team with a spirit of teamwork, mutual respect, and shared accountability. Collaborate closely with the Senior Pastor and church leaders to lead the church in alignment with its mission, vision, and theological convictions. 22 hours/week

C. Qualifications

• Spiritual & Theological Emphasis
• A mature and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, characterized by humility, integrity, and a passion for serving others
• Agreement with the church’s statement of faith and mission
• A Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or equivalent theological education from an accredited seminary
• Candidates who are not MB credentialed must be willing to go through the credentialing process within the first two years of service
• Language & Communication
• Fluency in Cantonese (spoken and written) required
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with pastors, staff, church leaders, and ministry volunteers, showing respect, humility, patience, and a commitment to unity in shared ministry
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin preferred for respectful communication with church leaders, staff, the multi-congregation community, and the wider community
• Pastoral & Ministry Experience
• Pastoral experience preferably with local Cantonese-speaking congregations
• Strong pastoral skills in preaching, teaching, discipling, and counselling within a church context

D. Responsibilities

• Preach in Cantonese worship services
• Provide pastoral care, including visitation, counselling, crisis support, and spiritual guidance
• Teach Sunday School, lead Bible Study Groups and Discipleship Groups, and lead prayer meetings
• Provide leadership and support to various Fellowships and Groups
• Work closely and respectfully with the pastoral team, Senior Pastor, church leaders, and ministry teams in materializing church-wide vision and development plans
• Participate actively and respectfully in staff meetings, inter-congregational collaboration, and denominational activities, contributing to a healthy team culture among pastors, staff, and church leaders