Assistant Pastor & Leadership Coach

Reformed Theological Seminary; California; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanctify Church in Orange, California seeks a part-time Assistant Pastor to work with the Senior Pastor and Elders. You will oversee ministries, teach the Word, and invest in discipleship and pastoral care across the congregation.

The role emphasizes shepherding, administrative wisdom, and collaboration with church leadership to grow spiritual maturity and unity. Prior pastoral experience and doctrinal alignment are essential.

Qualifications

• Clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and an authentic, growing relationship with Him.
• Strong agreement with Sanctify Church's doctrine and ministry philosophy.
• Demonstrated pastoral heart with a shepherding focus.
• Ability to teach and preach the Bible in an expository format.
• Ability to lead, organize, and support multiple ministries.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• 5–10+ years of pastoral ministry and/or preaching experience preferred.
• College degree strongly preferred
• Seminary degree preferred
• Ordination preferred, but may be pursued during hiring process

Responsibilities

• Provide pastoral oversight and support to sanctify church ministries.
• Serve as primary contact for ministry leaders and operational challenges.
• Identify and resolve ministry issues with Senior Pastor and Elders.
• Foster unity and alignment with the church mission.
• Disciple and mentor ministry leaders and volunteers.
• Develop healthy systems, communication and leadership structures.
• Evaluate ministry effectiveness and aid spiritual growth.
• Provide interim leadership during transitions or vacancies.
• Assist in hiring, evaluation, and onboarding of ministry staff.
• Teach and preach the Word in various contexts as needed.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Expository teaching

Discipleship

Church administration

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Seminary degree

Ordination preferred

Job description

Sanctify Church in Orange, California seeks a part-time Assistant Pastor to work with the Senior Pastor and Elders. You will oversee ministries, teach the Word, and invest in discipleship and pastoral care across the congregation.

The role emphasizes shepherding, administrative wisdom, and collaboration with church leadership to grow spiritual maturity and unity. Prior pastoral experience and doctrinal alignment are essential.