Job Description:

1.      It is understood the role of the Pastors is to equip the Body of Christ. The role of the Body of Christ is to do the work of the ministry.

“So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ”. (Ephesians 4:11-13)

2.      Pastoral Staff are accountable to God while honoring our Lord Jesus Christ as the Head of the Church. Pastoral Staff are also accountable to the Church Board and will abide by Evangelical Chinese Bible Church [ECBC] Constitutional Bylaws and Policies.

3.      The position is in the Chinese ministry so applicants must be fluent in Chinese and able to communicate in English.

4.      Must have a calling from God, a love for lost souls, follow the attitude of the Great Shepherd, Lord Jesus, and possess a humble and gentle heart to become a servant to all.

5.      Complete a Master of Divinity degree from an ATS (North America), ATA (Asia), or ECTE (Europe) accredited theological school. With three years of pastoring experience. North American church experience will be a plus.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:

1.      Assist in developing and implementing the overall vision and mission of the church.

2.      Understand ECBC Worship Ministry, including planning and coordination. Participate when needed and may include worship leading; ushering; technical issues; special rallies; observance of ordinances etc.

3.      Prepare and deliver biblically sound and culturally relevant life related messages from God’s word.  Be ready to assist in Pulpit Ministry and Teaching Ministry.

4.      Equip the congregation in sharing their faith and in following up with new Christians.

5.      Participate in Discipleship Ministry including leadership development/coaching/mentoring. Take up the responsibilities of recruiting, educating, equipping and empowering volunteers to serve the Lord in different ministries according to their spiritual gifts/passion/personality and talents.

6.      Be involved in the development and growth of Bible Study Life Groups and Fellowships.

7.      Care for the congregation and newcomers through phone calls, social media and visitation. Periodically review the membership list and follow up with absentees. Ensure that ECBC Church Family receive pastoral care, counseling and support.

8.      Develop and implement strategies that will complement the vision of the church for greater impact in our community and around the world.

9.      Study the demography of our surrounding community for the purpose of discerning needs

and designing strategic plans for growing the church.

10.   Conduct premarital, vocational, family, bereavement, counseling sessions, etc., as needed.

11.   Participate in officiating ordinances such as Baptism and Communion. Assist in  wedding ceremonies and funeral services.

12.   Meet regularly with the pastor and ministerial staff for planning, evaluating and coordinating the ministries of the church.

13.   Carry out duties assigned to them by either the Senior Pastor or the Board through the Senior Pastor.

Website

www.ecbc.org