Associate Pastor

Associate Pastor

Queens Herald Church (C&MA) is seeking an Associate Pastor to assist the Chinese Congregational Lead Pastor in leading its Chinese ministries with concentration in Cantonese‑speaking congregation. The candidate must have a Bachelor of Divinity or equivalent with at least 3‑5 years of pastoral experience. The candidate must be fluent in speaking Cantonese and writing in Chinese, and able to communicate in English.

He must have sound theological knowledge and training as well as experience leading various ministries. The candidate will abide by and uphold the Christian & Missionary Alliance's (C&MA) Statement of Faith ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).).

• Title:
  
  Associate Chinese Ministry Pastor
• Classification:
  Full‑time/exempt
• Reports to:
  
  Chinese Ministry Lead Pastor
• Location:
  
  Fresh Meadows, NY
• Compensation & Benefits: $60,000‑64,000 per annum with competitive benefits for the area
• Role:
  The Associate CM Pastor supports and assists the CM team in the overall pastoral and administrative duties of the Chinese Ministry of QHC. He/She works closely with the CM Lead Pastor, pastoral staff and office staff, with an emphasis on shepherding Cantonese‑speaking congregation.

• Preaching and teaching God's Word at Sunday service at a schedule decided by the CM Lead Pastor
• Oversee various Cantonese‑speaking small groups, train and disciple small‑group leaders
• Provide pastoral care to families and individuals through visitation and counseling
• Plan, develop and implement outreach and evangelism ministries, including but not limited to Chinese youth and college ministries
• Assist in expanding prayer ministry, developing and training prayer leaders
• Character & Spiritual Maturity:
  • Trustworthiness with high moral character and integrity
  • Pastoral care with compassion, empathy and wisdom
  • Ability to preach and teach the Word of God through sound theological knowledge and lead in prayer
  • Testimony of inner health and a character that will support the demands of ministry, including demonstrations of intimate relationship with God, continual personal development and spiritual growth, family and marriage (if married) in order
• Experience & Credibility:
  • Bachelor of Divinity or equivalent with at least 3‑5 years of pastoral experience
  • Committed to being accredited and licensed with the C&MA
• Other Skillsets:
  • Effective and strong communication skills
  • Fluent in speaking Cantonese and writing in Chinese, and able to communicate in English; ability to communicate in Mandarin is a plus
  • Track record of self‑leadership that will transfer into team leadership
  • Self‑awareness and self‑care
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Sensitivity to the ethnic specific and multi‑generational needs of the church

All applications must be submitted by email to the District Superintendent: office.

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.