Senior Pastor

cmallianceuswork; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace of God Alliance Church is seeking a Senior Pastor to provide spiritual leadership in Newark, CA. The role requires an ordained or eligible candidate with a clear calling to pastoral ministry, fluent in Chinese and English, and capable of casting vision, teaching Scripture, and guiding both staff and lay leaders in a Christ-centered, missions-focused community.

The Senior Pastor will shepherd a bilingual congregation, nurture discipleship, and oversee church-wide initiatives, including

Qualifications

• Clear calling to pastoral ministry.
• Ordained or eligible for ordination with the Christian and Missionary Alliance.
• Proficiency in both Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) and English.
• A deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ, with a life that reflects spiritual maturity and integrity.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A passion for evangelism, discipleship, and community outreach.
• Agreement with the church's statement of faith and theological position.

Responsibilities

• Discern and clarify God’s vision for the future of GGAC.
• Communicate the vision in a compelling way that inspires and activates the congregation.
• Guide and mentor pastoral staff and ministry leaders, building a culture of teamwork, spiritual growth, and accountability.
• Oversee strategic planning and the implementation of all church-wide initiatives.
• Serve as the primary preacher, preparing sermons with prayer and delivering biblical truths with clarity and practical application.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of Scripture and a passion for God's Word.
• Equip and empower lay leaders to teach and share God’s Word effectively.
• Identify, mentor, and train emerging leaders within the church.
• Create and manage a strong leadership development program that equips individuals for various ministry roles.
• Cultivate a Christ-centered culture of unity, love, and service within the congregation.
• Relate well to all age groups and cultures, providing timely pastoral care.
• Oversee a system of care that ensures all members feel known, valued, and supported.
• Model a life of prayer and spiritual discipline, encouraging the congregation to grow in their personal relationship with Christ.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Preaching & teaching

Bilingual Chinese/English

Pastoral care

Evangelism

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Job description

Grace of God Alliance Church of The Christian & Missionary Alliance

Job Description

Senior Pastor

Location

Newark, CA

Region

Central Pacific

Job type

Full-time

In 2004, the Lord placed a burden on the hearts of the brothers and sisters of Silicon Valley Alliance Church to plant a church in the San Francisco Bay Tri-City Area to spread the Gospel. After two years of prayerful preparation and planning, by the grace of God, Grace of God Alliance Church (https://www.ggac-cma.org/) was born on May 20, 2006. We are a small, tight-knit church and are grateful for the privilege and opportunity to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the Tri-City Area. We offer services in both Cantonese and Mandarin.

In preaching the Gospel, we lift up Jesus Christ as our Savior, our Sanctifier, our Healer, and our Coming King.

We are also a mission-minded church, actively involved in missions both at home and abroad. We are learning to pray for our Alliance missionaries, support them through our missions fund, and organize short-term mission trips to the field to serve alongside them.

There are seven characteristics of our church. We are …

• A Biblical Church – We lift up God’s Word by obeying His Word (2 Timothy 3:16–17).
• An Evangelistic Church – We focus on spreading the Gospel in our community (Matthew 28:18–20).
• A Missions-minded Church – We support missions through praying, giving, and going (Acts 1:8; Matthew 24:14).
• A Praying Church – We are learning to wait upon God in prayer (Romans 12:12b; Ephesians 6:18). ? A Caring Church – We are learning to care for one another as we grow in Christ (Galatians 6:2; John 13:34–35).
• A Sanctified Church – Christ is our Sanctifier. We are learning to live sanctified lives for Jesus and be a shining testimony for Him (2 Timothy 2:20–21; Hebrews 12:14).
• A Total-Mobilization Church – We encourage all brothers and sisters to serve the Lord in various areas of church life (Ephesians 4:11–12; Philippians 1:27).

Position Summary

The Senior Pastor is the main spiritual guide for Grace of God Alliance Church (GGAC). This leader is responsible for setting the vision, inspiring faith through engaging preaching and teaching, building a strong leadership team, and caring for the congregation. We are seeking a gifted communicator, a seasoned leader, and a devoted follower of Christ who is committed to fulfilling our mission: to preach the Gospel, make disciples, serve the community, and glorify God.

Key Responsibilities

1. Vision and Leadership

• Discern and clarify God’s vision for the future of GGAC.
• Communicate the vision in a compelling way that inspires and activates the congregation.
• Guide and mentor pastoral staff and ministry leaders, building a culture of teamwork, spiritual growth, and accountability.
• Oversee strategic planning and the implementation of all church-wide initiatives.

2. Preaching and Teaching

• Serve as the primary preacher, preparing sermons with prayer and delivering biblical truths with clarity and practical application.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of Scripture and a passion for God's Word.
• Equip and empower lay leaders to teach and share God’s Word effectively.

3. Leadership Development

• Identify, mentor, and train emerging leaders within the church.
• Create and manage a strong leadership development program that equips individuals for various ministry roles.
• Cultivate a Christ-centered culture of unity, love, and service within the congregation.

4. Shepherding and Care

• Relate well to all age groups and cultures, providing timely pastoral care. This includes offering biblical counseling, prayer, and support during times of crisis, grief, and celebration.
• Oversee a system of care that ensures all members feel known, valued, and supported. This includes emotional support and visiting the sick, elderly, and homebound.
• Model a life of prayer and spiritual discipline, encouraging the congregation to grow in their personal relationship with Christ.

Qualifications

• A clear calling from God to pastoral ministry.
• Ordained or eligible for ordination with the Christian and Missionary Alliance.
• Proficiency in both Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) and English.
• A deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ, with a life that reflects spiritual maturity and integrity.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• A passion for evangelism, discipleship, and community outreach.
• Agreement with the church's statement of faith and theological position.

This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website.