Lead Pastor
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Pastor / Ministry / Church, Youth Development -
Education / Teaching
Pastor / Ministry / Church, Youth Development
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Lead Pastor – Cordova Neighborhood Church, Rancho Cordova, CA
Department
Lead Pastor
Location
Central Pacific District
Position
Lead Pastor | Part-Time/Full-Time
Description
Cordova Neighborhood Church is seeking a part-time lead pastor with the expectation to grow into a full-time position. We desire a pastor whose character displays a deep love for Jesus, grounding in the Word, commitment to prayer, and boldness in faith.
As a visionary leader, he will help clarify and communicate the church’s direction, mobilizing the congregation to pursue its mission with purpose. A heart for discipleship is essential—developing lay leaders, nurturing spiritual formation, and cultivating a culture of transformation. This emotionally healthy pastor will possess relational warmth, a teachable spirit, and strong people skills. He will also model passion to reach people for Christ, both here in our community and around the world.
Cordova Neighborhood Church is a dedicated, small, vibrant church established 70 years ago. Our mission is to live and share the transformative love of Christ, commit ourselves to spiritual growth, community engagement, and missions work. We believe in creating a friendly and welcoming environment where our multicultural community can come together to worship and grow in their faith.
We are seeking a Lead Pastor who embodies the following qualities:
Key Ministry Skills- Preaching and Church Service Leadership: A leader devoted to prayerful sermon preparation, communicating biblical truth with clarity and practical application, and demonstrating a deep understanding of Scripture and a passion for God's Word.
- Leader/Vision Caster: A visionary leader who can discern, clarify, and communicate the vision and direction of the church, lead in establishing ministry goals, and mobilize the congregation to live out the church’s mission.
- Discipler: A leader who actively cultivates leadership potential in others, supports discipleship and ministries, and champions a culture of prayer, salvation, and spiritual growth.
- Shepherd/Caregiver: A personable leader who can relate well to all age groups across various cultures and provide timely care, prayer, and Biblical counseling.
- Honesty, Integrity, Humility:
An emotionally mature leader serving as a role model for the congregation.
- Approachability: A communicator who welcomes open dialogue, input, and feedback.
- Initiative/Diligence: A leader discerning church needs with the commitment and perseverance to see initiatives through.
- Spiritual Disciplines:
An individual attentive to the Holy Spirit, with a strong prayer life and ongoing spiritual formation through disciplines.
To be considered, please complete the application with your cover letter, testimony, resume, and background information. If the district office reviews your application and considers you a potential match, the hiring manager will contact you for next steps.
This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. For more information, visit our website. Please do not contact the church directly.
Additional Details- Seniority level: Director
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Strategy/Planning and Information Technology
- Industries: Non-profit Organizations
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