Mandarin Pastor
Markham Chinese Baptist Church
Published
October 20, 2025
Location
9580 Woodbine Avenue, Markham, ON L6C 1H8, Canada
Category
Job Type
Permanent Position
Yes
Salary Range (optional)
$55,000-$75,000
Application Deadline
2025/12/31

Description

The Mandarin Pastor will serve within a team setting to equip and nurture the Mandarin congregation across diverse age groups.

Overview of Church and Community

The church currently has a pastoral team and approximately 900 in-person congregants across four divisions: Mandarin (~200), Cantonese (~400), English (~120), 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).
  • Strong preaching and teaching gifts are preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills in Mandarin and English; Cantonese 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

  • Work collaboratively with church leaders to recruit, train, coach, and support ministry leaders in related areas.
  • Serve as a mentor to assigned Fellowship and Small Groups, providing pastoral care and guidance to Fellowship and Small Group Leaders through regular visits, ongoing support, and practical assistance.
  • Participate in pulpit, teaching, and prayer ministries as designated or invited.
  • Provide pastoral care, including support, visitation, and counseling, to related leaders and members as needed.
  • Attend relevant meetings, such as Pastoral Staff, Committee of Pastors and Deacons, Members, and Mandarin Division meetings, as required.
  • Report ministry progress regularly to the Mandarin Lead Pastor and/or Senior Pastor.

Contact

Bill Du - MPHiring@mcbc.com

Church Phone Number: 905-887-6222

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