Cantonese Pastor – Family & Women’s Ministries
Markham Chinese Baptist Church
Published
March 27, 2025
Location
9580 Woodbine Avenue, Markham, ON L6C 1H8, Canada, Markham
Category
Job Type
Permanent Position
Yes
Application Deadline
2025/08/31
Country
Canada

Description

The Cantonese Pastor for Family & Women’s Ministries will serve within a team setting to equip and nurture the Cantonese congregation across diverse age groups, with a primary focus on strengthening families and supporting female congregants.

Overview of Church and Community

The church currently has a pastoral team and approximately 900 in-person congregants across four divisions: English (~120), Mandarin (~200), Cantonese (~400), and Young Life (~150). Strategically located near Hwy 404 between Major Mackenzie Drive E. and 16th Avenue, the church serves a growing residential community with a predominantly Asian background.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • A clear calling from God and a strong passion for serving the body of Christ.
  • Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or higher from an accredited theological institution.
  • Minimum of 5 years of pastoral experience in a North American church of similar size and culture (preferred).
  • Excellent communication skills in Cantonese and English; Mandarin proficiency is an asset.
  • Accredited by or willing to seek accreditation with the Canadian Baptists of Ontario and Quebec (CBOQ).
  • A collaborative team player committed to ministry alignment and church unity.

Role and Responsibilities

  • Recruit, train, coach, and support female ministry leaders in collaboration with church leadership.
  • Develop and implement initiatives to strengthen Christian families.
  • Provide pastoral care, visitation, and counseling, with a focus on supporting women.
  • Mentor assigned small groups and fellowships, offering regular visitation and support.
  • Contribute to the growth and development of the Cantonese Division and the broader church.
  • Engage in preaching, teaching, prayer ministries, and general pastoral duties.
  • Participate in church-wide and divisional ministry meetings.
  • Provide ministry updates to the Cantonese Lead Pastor and/or Senior Pastor.

Contact

Deaconess Annie Lau – CPHiring@mcbc.com

Church Phone Number: 905-887-6222

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