Assistant Pastor for Chinese Ministry

Ministrylist; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministrylist is seeking an Associate/Assistant Pastor to serve the Chinese congregation, partnering with the Senior Pastor and Session to cast vision and plan ministry. The role includes teaching, pulpit ministry, Sunday School, and caring for the flock through fellowship and visits.

The successful candidate will be fluent in Mandarin, able to communicate in English, and have a clear pastoral calling with expository preaching skills, plus experience in local church shepherding within a

Qualifications

• M.Div. degree or equivalent from an accredited school.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and able to communicate in English.
• Clear calling to pastoral ministry and shepherding with love.
• Proven expository preaching and teaching God's Word.
• Experience in shepherding or serving in a local church; teamwork oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Pastor and Session in vision casting and ministry planning for the Chinese congregation.
• Teach the Word of God faithfully, fill the pulpit as needed, and teach Sunday School and Bible studies.
• Shepherd the Chinese congregation and care for spiritual needs through fellowship, small groups, discipleship, visiting and in-person interactions.
• Broaden GCC’s outreach ministry in local Chinese communities by developing and organizing fellowship groups for seekers and new believers to foster church growth.
• Minister to young adults and young professionals through fellowship and outreach activities to build community.
• Participate in church government alongside elders and deacons.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

English communication

Expository preaching

Team player

Pastoral shepherding

Education

M.Div. or equivalent

Job description

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

A successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

• 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