Beverly Hill Chinese Baptist Church (BHCBC) is a multi – congregational church across multiple language groups: Cantonese, English and Mandarin. We are seeking to hire a full – time Pastor for our English Ministry (EM) congregation.
Who we are:
Our congregation’s mission is to know God and make him known as one family. We are Bible believing Christians with a desire to see God’s word take centre place in people’s lives.
The majority of the congregation are young adults, second generation Chinese and are in or have recently graduated from university. Many yearn for continued training to love our God and each other well.
We are currently led by a strong lay team who love God, care for God’s word and desire to do ministry together. We look forward to welcoming a full-time minister to love and care for our people under Lord Jesus.
We’re looking for someone who:
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Qualifies under the requirements of 1 Tim 3:1 – 7
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Hold convictions which align with the Baptist union doctrinal position (Baptist Churches of New South Wales)
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Holds theological degree (or equivalent qualifications)
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Has demonstrable practical experience in pastoral care
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Is an effective communicator, proficient in English
What you’ll do/Expectations:
We’d like this person to oversee and, with the existing ministry leaders, put key focus on the following ministry needs:
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Programs appropriate for young adults and families, catering for the current congregation and beyond
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Continual development of evangelical outreaching ministry programs
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Training programs for how to do ministry well
Day to day, you will be expected to:
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Work on a church-wide basis with the Diaconate and as part of a Pastoral Team
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Work on a congregational level with the EM ministry leaders
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Provide biblical preaching
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Provide a personable and caring pastoral ministry
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Provide pastoral leadership to the English congregation
We’d love to have a conversation with you. Please send your cover letter, CV and the contact details of two referees to psc@bhcbc.org.au.