Senior Pastor Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Education / Teaching

Description

Dear Pastor,

Thank you for your interest in the Senior Pastor position at Trinity Baptist Church. Located in the heart of Vancouver, BC, our congregation is a vibrant, multicultural community dedicated to the Great Commission and the historic Baptist distinctives.

On January 27, 2026, our Board approved a comprehensive job description that reflects our current needs and our hopes for the future. We are seeking a shepherd who walks the talk—an experienced leader with a deep love for God’s Word and a heart for people.

Why Trinity?

Our church is at an exciting juncture. We are looking for a leader who can:

* Shepherd a Diverse Flock:
We value our cultural diversity and seek a leader who is enthusiastic about working in a multicultural setting.

* Mentor and Multiply:
We are committed to nurturing the spiritual gifts of our pastoral staff and lay membership alike.

* Lead with Balance:
We prioritize healthy rhythms of work, rest, and self-care, ensuring our pastor can sustain a fruitful, long-term ministry.

* Bridge the Traditional and Contemporary:
We respect our worship traditions while remaining open to new, contemporary expressions of faith.

Our Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will hold a post-graduate degree from an accredited theological seminary and be eligible for accreditation with the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada (CBWC). While a strong command of English is required, the ability to speak Mandarin is considered a significant asset for our community. Above all, we are looking for a person of prayer who can navigate conflict with grace and serve as a spiritual advisor to our Board and congregation.

We look forward to seeing how the Lord will lead us in this search.

Church Purpose | Mission Statement

Knowing God, Touching lives

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Spiritual

Qualifications:

(1 Timothy 3:1-7 & Titus 1:7-9)

A clear and wholehearted commitment to Jesus Christ with a mature faith and spiritual insight.

A spiritually gifted preacher committed to evangelical doctrines and Baptist distinctives.
• Called of God to serve at Trinity, demonstrates a servant heart, and ministers to all people with humility and compassion.

A passionate desire to fulfill the Great Commission through local and global missions and the training of staff and lay leaders.

An experienced pastor with a deep love for God, his Word and his people – a pastor who walks the talk.

Able to provide spiritual guidance to those who require encouragement, comfort, counsel or correction.

Personal

Qualifications:

Personable, approachable, a good listener who has a sense of humor.

Organized and a good steward of time.

Practices healthy rhythms of work, rest, and self-care to sustain long-term ministry.

Knowledgeable and respectful of traditional worship but open to contemporary expressions as well.

If married, their spouse understands and supports the pastor’s call to ministry.

Ability to speak Mandarin is an asset.

Demonstrates emotional maturity and the ability to navigate conflict with grace and wisdom.

Professional

Qualifications:

A post-graduate degree from an accredited theological seminary/college.

A good command of the English language.

Commitment to the statement of faith and values of the CBWC and eligible for accreditation with the Canadian Baptists of Western Canada (CBWC).

A strong record of preaching, administration and pastoral leadership.

Enthusiasm to work in a multicultural setting.

Role and Responsibilities

Principal Functions:

Be a shepherd to the congregation with sensitivity to the church’s cultural diversity.
• Serve as the leader of the pastoral staff and give oversight and support to the administration of the church.

Work collaboratively with the Board to ensure alignment with the church’s mission and policies.

Ensure adherence to sound Bible-based doctrines in all church ministries.
• Spiritually mentor the pastoral staff and affirm their gifts.

Communicate clearly and consistently with staff, leadership teams, and the congregation.
• Be involved in the development and promotion of the Mission and Vision of the church.
• Oversee, evaluate, and support the development of church programs and activities.

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