Lighthouse is the English-speaking congregation (EM) of New Community Mission Church. We are a Southern Baptist Korean-American church established in 2001 and located in San Mateo, CA. Our congregation consists of youth students, college students, young adults, and families. The church follows the House Church model (https : / / housechurch.global / ) and is looking for a pastor to lead the English ministry who can whole-heartedly follow this model and is willing to learn this model of ministry.
Qualifications
- Currently attending or graduated from an accredited theological institution with at least a Master of Divinity
- Have experience in full-time pastoral ministry
- Be above reproach and display Christ-like character (Titus 1 : 6-9; 1 Tim. 3 : 2-7)
- Must abide by the Baptist Faith & Message 2000 (https : / / bfm.sbc.net / bfm2000)
- Have strong organizational and administrative skills as well as interpersonal skills
- Must be fluent in English (fluency in Korean will be a plus)
- Must be legally qualified to work in the United States
Duties & Responsibilities
Preach and teach the Word of God weeklyOversee the overall ministry and provide guidance and training to the leadersPreside over worship services and other eventsShepherd, disciple and provide pastoral care for the congregationBe willing to know and implement the house church modelAttend weekly staff meetings and other regular church meetingsMinister to the youth group and communicate with their familiesPlan events throughout the year (retreat, youth retreat, picnics, outings, etc.)Other administrative tasks
Expectations of the Candidate
To have a team mentality and promote unity among leadersTo have a consistent prayer and devotional lifeTo participate and have fellowship with the Korean-speaking congregation leaders and membersTo be open, and have honest and clear communication with pastoral staff and membersHow to Apply
Submit the following documents to : taekimnewlife@gmail.com
Resume with a cover letter and photoPersonal testimony and a testimony of God's calling to ministryVision and philosophy of ministry2 recommendation letters (1 personal, 1 from previous ministry)2 sermon samplesCopy of seminary diploma (if graduated)Copy of ordination certificate (if applicable)Compensation + Benefit : $70,000 ~ 90,000 (this amount includes a healthcare subsidy)
2 full weeks of vacation (preferably upon completion of one full year of ministry)
Relocation assistance available
More information :
English Ministry website : ncmcem.org
Church website : ncmission.org
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