Lead Pastor & Cantonese Ministry Leader

The Christian and Missionary Alliance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Chinese Alliance Church in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to provide spiritual leadership and oversee the Cantonese-speaking ministry, with collaboration from the Governing Board to fulfill the Great Commission.

The Pastor will preach in Cantonese and English, oversee staff and ministries, and foster evangelism, discipleship, and care within GCAC’s two congregations.

Qualifications

• Preaching fluency in Cantonese and English required.
• Conversational fluency in Mandarin is a plus.
• Master or Doctorate degree from CMA approved seminary.
• Ordained and 5+ years pastoral experience.
• Clear pastoral calling with gifts of preaching, teaching and exhortation.
• Commitment and enthusiasm for evangelism, discipleship, caring and visitation.
• Licensed with the CMA, or eligible for license.

Responsibilities

• Discern God’s vision with the Governing Board and lead GCAC accordingly.
• Oversee spiritual welfare, growth, and life of the church, including discipleship and evangelism.
• Preach for the Cantonese ministry and oversee all pulpit ministries.
• Coordinate worship service roles with the Worship Department.
• Oversee all staff and evaluate performance in alignment with the church’s mission.
• Oversee congregational care ministries and provide spiritual guidance.
• Maintain strong written and oral communication with the congregation and community.

Skills

Preaching Cantonese & English

Pastoral leadership

Pastoral experience 5+ years

Discipleship & teaching

Evangelism & visitation

Pastoral counseling

Ordinances & CMA licensing

Education

Master or Doctorate degree from CMA seminary

Job description

Grace Chinese Alliance Church in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to provide spiritual leadership and oversee the Cantonese-speaking ministry, with collaboration from the Governing Board to fulfill the Great Commission.

The Pastor will preach in Cantonese and English, oversee staff and ministries, and foster evangelism, discipleship, and care within GCAC’s two congregations.