Nonprofit
1035 Serpentine
Pleasanton, CA 94566
https://www.tvcbc.org/main/english/
Full-Time
Posted: Jan 18, 2024
Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2024
Description
Background: Nestled in a suburban community in the East Bay of San Francisco Bay Area is an English-speaking congregation within a church founded by Chinese immigrants. Over the decades, slowly but steadily this congregation grew into not just a band of middle and high school students but also some college students and a growing circle of young adult believers and seekers. This congregation encompasses first and second-generation Asian immigrants as well as some non-Asian Americans. Cross-cultural couples also make up an important ministry focus.
The Pastor of English Ministry is called by God to follow Christ in a life of discipleship, using the leadership gifts given by the Holy Spirit to lead the church in carrying out the Great Commission for the purpose of expanding the kingdom of God. The primary purpose of the pastor is to introduce young people to Christ; to disciple them in spiritual growth; to train them in serving Christ with their life. Of equal importance is to assist parents or guardians in raising their teenagers to a wholesome maturity based on the biblical teaching. Finally, to oversee and support the Youth activity entrusted by EDB (Joint Boards of Elders and Deacons) of each program.
Salary: $60K-$89K
Requirements
General Qualifications
· Must be a born-again believer with a deepening personal relationship with Christ.
· Will have a definite call to the ministry. Having a strong desire to serve God and be passionate in applying God’s word and compassionate for the lost.
· Must show a faithful pursuit of leadership characteristics as listed in 1Tim.3.
· A graduate of a Theological Seminary, Bible College or Christian liberal arts college with a degree in Theology, Christian Education. A thorough knowledge of Bible is essential. A degree of M.Div. is preferred.
· Doctrinal position will be consistent with the statement of faith set forth in The Tri-Valley Chinese Bible Church.
· Will hold to Scriptures as being divinely inspired and without error.
· Subject to the church bylaw (Mission, Constitution and Doctrinal statement).
Personal Characteristics
· Passionate about living a life of faith in Jesus Christ.
· Demonstrate a genuine love and maintain a good rapport with young people.
· Enjoys connecting with people of all ages.
· Love of learning and biblical teaching.
Ministry Experiences
· Preaching and planning sermon calendar with input from Senior Pastor and Elders.
· Leading seekers to become believers.
· One-on-one discipleship.
· Developing lay leaders.
· Understanding the challenges and struggles of teens with a knowledge of possible solutions. Provide words and acts of comfort and encouragement to individuals.
· Experience in ministry to college students, post-college young adults and/or young married couples would be beneficial.