Chinese Christian Mandarin Church

中華基督徒國語教會

9S565 Clarendon Hills Rd., Burr Ridge, IL 60527

The Chinese Christian Mandarin Church (CCMC) is an evangelical church in the western suburb of Chicago. It is composed of a Mandarin speaking and an English speaking congregation, each of whom have their own separate worship services and ministry goals. Although in many ways independent, the English ministry and Mandarin ministry still function together, operating under one doctrine and church governance with the collective aim to serve and be witness to the local community. The current available pastoral position is for the English speaking congregation, which is composed of approximately 20-30 individuals including youth and adults. We are looking for a God fearing pastor who is desiring to shepherd this small but diverse ministry, and one who is willing to bridge the various unique cultural differences in the church. Please feel free to refer to the ministry website for more information:

English Pastor

Chicago

Full-time

English Congregation Pastor Ministry Description

The main responsibility of the English-speaking pastor is to direct and oversee the English Ministry at Chinese Christian Mandarin Church (CCMC). This position includes but is not limited to the following responsibilities.

English Sunday Family Worship Service
Expository preaching rooted in God’s Word with practical applications
Working with the English Congregation music team
Helping lead communion services with the Mandarin Congregation
Arranging guest speakers when needed

Other Teaching Roles and Discipleship
Teaching the English-speaking congregants to be active learners in God’s Word through Sunday school, small group or equivalent activities
Creating and reviewing curriculum for the English-speaking congregants
Recruiting, training, discipling adult leaders
Attending English Ministry prayer meetings and cultivating a culture of prayer in the English Ministry
Working with the Senior Pastor and youth family leaders to instruct youth group kids

Evangelism
Developing a ministry vision for evangelism in our local community
Equipping the English-speaking congregants to be faithful witnesses in our community

Fellowship and Church Community
Finding ways to foster fellowship in the English Congregation
Finding ways to foster collaboration and unity between the English Congregation as well as the Mandarin Congregation
Facilitating communication between the English and Mandarin Congregations
Caring for individuals with needs in the church

Leadership and Vision
Collaborating with the English Ministry Team to develop an identity and purpose for the English Congregation
Working with the Senior Pastor to develop a collaborative mission for the church
Attending Board of Deacon meetings
Attending Advisory Committee meetings

Event Planning
Coordinating summer missions opportunities that may arise
Working with the Mandarin Congregation to plan for retreats
Working with church leaders to organize church wide events, such as the combined English and Mandarin speaking services

Personal Growth
Praying and meditating in God’s Word
Building relationships and finding support within the church
Seeking opportunities and resources outside of the church for growth (with financial support from the church)

Application Process

Please submit the following to: ccmcenglishsearchteam@gmail.com
Curriculum vitae - please include your educational background and experience
Personal testimony
Description of your call to ministry
Personal statement of faith
3 Letters of reference - a church reference, mentor reference, and a friend reference
A link to at least one online sermon
Answers to questions below:

Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the English Ministry Pastor at CCMC?
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the English Ministry Pastor at CCMC.
Describe your experiences living, working and/or serving in a cross cultural setting.
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine at CCMC.

Heng-Yu Chen

By Email 電郵

ccmcenglishsearchteam@gmail.com