Chinese Pastor

Job Description

Salary:

West Houston Christian Church (WHCC) is a nondenominational church that is committed to the vision of Welcoming sojourners home to the joy of following Jesus together. WHCC is seeking a full-time Mandarin Chinese pastor for our Mandarin-speaking adult congregation. WHCCs Mandarin Congregation is a vibrant, inclusive community consisting of Mandarin-speaking adults of all ages. Our congregation currently has an average worship attendance of about 500 adults, with more than 30 small groups meeting throughout greater Houston. For more details about WHCC, visit our website at

Qualifications

Language Skills: Mandarin Chinese preaching & English speaking and writing. Other dialects or languages a plus

Education: Graduate level seminary training, M.Div. or above preferred

Experience: An ordained pastor with ministry experience to the Chinese required. North American pastoral experience for at least three years is required

Ministry Style: Must be a team player who is comfortable functioning within a multiple language-staff structure

Spiritual Gifts: Preaching, teaching and leadership

Doctrine: Non-charismatic evangelical; must be in full agreement with WHCCs statement of faith

Responsibilities

Leadership

Provide leadership and direction in the assigned areas of Chinese ministry in accordance with the church vision

Disciple and mentor ministry leaders

Coach a team of small group leaders and apprentices in the assigned ministry zone

Function effectively and smoothly as a member of the staff team

Teaching & Preaching

Preach in the Mandarin Chinese service

Teach adult Sunday School classes

Conduct ministry trainings

Care Ministry

Provide care and shepherding to the Mandarin congregation

Conduct visitations as needed

Minister to families and singles in small groups and the church

Missions & Evangelism

Model and train others in evangelism

Support the churchs global ministries and evangelistic efforts

Administration

Report to the Mandarin Chinese Lead Pastor

Attend bi-monthly church council meetings and bi-monthly Mandarin lead team meetings

Share administrative duties assigned within the staff team

Attend weekly staff meetings

Full-time