Lead Pastor Full Time NEW

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1928 and located in central Burnaby, Kingsway Foursquare Church is approaching its centennial year serving God and our community.

We are a multi-ethnic, multi-generational church that is reflective of the diverse community we serve and live in. Sunday morning services average 150 people (including children) and we own and operate a childcare centre offering full-time daycare and before and after school care. We also provide independent housing for 127 senior residents through our affiliated housing society (Central Park Citizen Society).

We are a member of the Foursquare Gospel Church of Canada (“FGCC”).

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Lead Pastor will be the primary spiritual leader, preacher, and visionary for the church, responsible for biblical teaching, staff leadership, and strategic direction. They will focus on nurturing spiritual growth and overseeing daily operations in collaboration with the Staff and Church Council to equip the members for ministry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Lead Pastor is responsible for the general oversight of the church to which they are appointed and will fulfill their office in a manner worthy of the high calling of Jesus Christ.
Responsibilities include:

• Providing Christ-centered spiritual leadership; making disciples, and edifying and guiding the church to spiritual maturity through teaching, preaching, conducting services, and administering ordinances’Providing collaborative staff leadership; appointing, supporting and equipping pastoral, operational and administrative staff to facilitate the ministry and operation of the church
• Overseeing church administration, finances and operations including buildings and properties, preparing a projected annual budget, reviewing and signing monthly financial report forms, maintaining contribution records, and preparing an annual report for the AGM
• Providing all forms of pastoral care and counselling; conducting services such as funerals, weddings and baby dedications
• Serving as President of the Central Park Citizen Society
• Serving as chairperson of the Church Council and of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) or special meetings
• Attending all church membership meetings and the FGCC annual convention/conference
• Completing and sending the T3010 form (Registered Charity Information Return) to CRA, with a copy to the FGCC National Office
• Completing and sending the annual FGCC Year-end Audit Confirmation form to the National Office
• Serving as an ex officio member of all committees related to the church

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven spiritual character, including a demonstrated care for people and their needs
• 5 years minimum of related experience in pastoral and church administration and leadership
• Theological training; a Master of Divinity (MDiv) or equivalent degree from an accredited seminary is preferred
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop staff and volunteers
• Strong relational skills with proven ability to effectively work and interact with church staff, volunteers and congregants in a multi-ethnic, multi-generational environment.
• A clear understanding of and commitment to the ministry concepts and Christ honouring goals of the Kingsway Foursquare Church.
• Be a member of the FGCC in good standing, and be licensed with the FGCC (appointments are subject to licensing and National Board approval), and renew the license each year

WORK HOURS AND COMPENSATION

This is a permanent, full-time position with an annual salary range of $70,000 – 85,000, commensurate with experience.

Annual vacation entitlement and eligibility for group health benefits and pension as per Kingsway Foursquare Church Policies and Guidelines.

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TO APPLY

To apply, contact the FGCC President at [email protected] and complete a Prospective Minister’s application online.

Thank you for your interest. Please know that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Lead Pastor will be appointed to the church by the President and National Board of the FGCC, in consultation with the Unit Supervisor and Church Council.