Senior Pastor

Senior Pastor

Grace of God Alliance Church of The Christian & Missionary Alliance is seeking a Senior Pastor. 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.

The church is a small, tight-knit community in Newark, CA, in the Central Pacific region. It was planted in 2006 and offers services in both Cantonese and Mandarin. The church focuses on preaching Jesus Christ as Savior, Sanctifier, Healer, and Coming King. It is also mission-minded, actively involved in missions both at home and abroad.

The church embodies seven characteristics:

• A Biblical Church – We lift up God's Word by obeying His Word.
• An Evangelistic Church – We focus on spreading the Gospel in our community.
• A Missions-minded Church – We support missions through praying, giving, and going.
• A Praying Church – We are learning to wait upon God in prayer.
• A Caring Church – We are learning to care for one another as we grow in Christ.
• A Sanctified Church – Christ is our Sanctifier. We are learning to live sanctified lives for Jesus and be a shining testimony for Him.
• A Total-Mobilization Church – We encourage all brothers and sisters to serve the Lord in various areas of church life.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 include:

• 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.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume, and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

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

Please do not contact the church directly.