Full-Time English Ministry Pastor | Worship & Discipleship

Burnaby Pacific Grace Church; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnaby Pacific Grace Church in Burnaby, BC, seeks an English Ministry Pastor to lead the English congregation (Grade 7 – adults) with a calling to multi-generational, multi-cultural ministry. The role reports to the senior pastor and works closely with staff and deacons to guide worship, discipleship, fellowship, and evangelism.

The successful candidate will oversee the English ministry, coordinate pulpit schedules, and provide pastoral care while contributing to the church's direction.

Qualifications

• A committed follower of Christ.
• Theological degree from an accredited North American evangelical seminary, preferably with a Master of Divinity, or equivalent.
• Agree and subscribe to the Canadian Mennonite Brethren Confession of Faith.
• Obtain pastoral credentials from BCMB within two years of employment.
• Experience navigating multicultural church would be an asset but not required.
• At least 2 years of full-time pastoral ministry experience with supervisory responsibilities over junior staff.
• Ability to communicate in Cantonese would be an asset but not required.
• Criminal record check required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the English Ministry worship and Sunday pulpit (average twice a month).
• Coordinate pulpit schedule for the English Ministry and officiate baptisms and communicants when needed.
• Monitor and assist spiritual growth of members; mentor leaders and teachers.
• Plan and oversee Discipleship Ministry: Sunday School and Discipleship Pathways; recruit and support Sunday School teachers.
• Oversee fellowship, small groups, and community time ministry; evaluate spiritual growth in groups.
• Coordinate with Mission Board for English Ministry outreach and evangelism activities.
• Collaborate with pastoral staff, deacons, and ministry leads; participate in board and staff meetings; provide ministry reports.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Multicultural church experience

Supervisory experience

English/Cantonese communication

Background check

Education

Master of Divinity or equivalent

Pastoral credentials from BCMB

Theological degree from accredited North American seminary

Confession of Faith (Canadian Mennonite Brethren)

Job description

Burnaby Pacific Grace Church in Burnaby, BC, seeks an English Ministry Pastor to lead the English congregation (Grade 7 – adults) with a calling to multi-generational, multi-cultural ministry. The role reports to the senior pastor and works closely with staff and deacons to guide worship, discipleship, fellowship, and evangelism.

The successful candidate will oversee the English ministry, coordinate pulpit schedules, and provide pastoral care while contributing to the church's direction.