Lay Ministry Staff (Mandarin Congregation)

PAYA LEBAR CHINESE METHODIST CHURCH; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PAYA LEBAR CHINESE METHODIST CHURCH in Singapore seeks a dedicated pastor to work under the Congregation Pastor and Methodist Mission Working Committee. The role includes pastoral care, leading worship, evangelism, and coordinating church activities to support outreach and discipleship.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years in ministry, a Bible college degree, and strong English–Mandarin communication to bridge language groups within the congregation.

Qualifications

• Aligned with Methodist doctrine and church principles as stated in the Singapore Book of Discipline.
• Graduation from Trinity Theological College or Singapore Bible College or equivalents recognized in Singapore.
• Minimum of three years ministry experience, full-time or lay, preferably in a Methodist setting.

Responsibilities

• Preach and lead pastoral prayer during worship services regularly to inspire and guide the congregation.
• Provide pastoral care through visitation, prayer, and counselling to support worshippers’ spiritual and emotional needs.
• Engage newcomers and irregular attendees to foster inclusion and encourage regular participation.
• Lead corporate prayer meetings and devotions across fellowship groups to strengthen community faith.
• Plan and conduct baptism classes and wake services to support church rites and milestones.
• Lead evangelism and community outreach with the Mandarin Service Sub-committee.
• Lead discipleship and nurture by conducting Bible studies for new believers.
• Coordinate with preachers and worship teams to organize weekly worship services.

Skills

Pastoral care

Worship leadership

Evangelism

Discipleship

Mentoring

Education

Bible college degree (Singapore)

Job description

Company Overview

Paya Lebar Chinese Methodist Church, founded in 1939, serves residents in Paya Lebar and Hougang. It is part of the Chinese Annual Conference of the Methodist Church in Singapore, committed to building a GLORIOUS Temple for God.

Job Summary

Work under the Congregation Pastor and Methodist Mission Working Committee to provide pastoral care, lead worship and evangelism, coordinate church activities, and support community outreach and discipleship.

Responsibilities

• Preach and lead pastoral prayer during worship services regularly to inspire and guide the congregation
• Provide pastoral care through visitation, prayer, and counselling to support worshipers' spiritual and emotional needs
• Engage newcomers and irregular attendees to foster inclusion and encourage regular participation
• Lead corporate prayer meetings and devotions across various fellowship groups to strengthen community faith
• Plan and conduct baptism classes and wake services to support church rites and member milestones
• Lead evangelism and community outreach by planning and organizing evangelistic programs and events with the Mandarin Service Sub-committee
• Lead discipleship and nurture by conducting Bible studies or discipleship classes for new believers to deepen their faith
• Recommend study materials and mentor Bible study leaders to enhance group learning and leadership development
• Provide leadership in Cell Group Ministry to promote small group fellowship and spiritual growth
• Offer spiritual leadership and guidance to potential church leaders to develop future ministry leadership
• Coordinate with preachers and worship teams to organize weekly worship services ensuring smooth execution
• Produce church bulletins and social media collaterals to communicate church activities and messages effectively
• Translate language between English and Mandarin to facilitate communication within the congregation
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Lead Pastor and Methodist Mission Working Committee to support church operations

Required competencies and certifications

• Alignment with the doctrinal articles of religion and the General Rules of the Methodist Church as contained in the Book of Discipline of The Methodist Church in Singapore and its Social Principles
• Graduation from an established Bible college in Singapore, such as Trinity Theological College or Singapore Bible College
• Minimum of three years' prior ministry experience, full-time or lay, preferably within a Methodist Church setting

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Demonstrated love for God, His church, and the lost
• Exhibit FAITH qualities: Faithful, Available, Initiative, Teachable, and Humble
• Ability to work effectively as a team player