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Pastor-Adults and Families (Cantonese)

Provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to the Cantonese-speaking adults and families to build mature disciples of Jesus Christ. Collaborate with the pastoral team to oversee ministries, preach God's Word, and support the church's mission and vision.

  • On-site
  • Markham, ON
  • Posted Aug 30, 2026
  • Apply by Sep 8, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

Description To shepherd and disciple the Cantonese-speaking congregation, with a particular focus on adults and families. This role seeks to build mature disciples of Jesus Christ by equipping believers to embody the gospel through word, action, and deed, in alignment with the church’s mission and vision, attending holistically to spiritual, emotional, and practical needs. Overview of Church and Community Logos Baptist Church (Milliken) or LBCM is a bi-literate and trilingual church with three congregations, namely Cantonese, Mandarin and English. Church Purpose | Mission Statement Love God Love People Make Disciples Qualifications And Education Requirements Graduate of a recognized theological institution with a minimum of Master of Theological Studies (MTS) or equivalent. Demonstrated experience in ministering to adults and families, preferably within a North American church context. Strong pastoral counseling skills and sensitivity to emotional and spiritual needs. A heart for outreach, discipleship, and pastoral care, marked by initiative and compassion. Fluent in Cantonese and English; Mandarin proficiency is an asset. Experience serving in a tri-lingual church context is an asset. Role and Responsibilities Ministry to Adults and Families Provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to adults and families within the Cantonese congregation in alignment with the church’s mission, vision, and ministry priorities. Develop a clear understanding of the needs, challenges, and life-stage realities of adults and families. Intentionally build relationships through various channels, including face-to-face interaction, digital communication, and social platforms. Lead and oversee ministries that support spiritual formation, community building, and holistic care for this group. Disciple adults and families, equipping them to grow as faithful and obedient followers of Christ. Preach and teach God’s Word with clarity, biblical faithfulness, and cultural relevance to this generation. General Pastoral Responsibilities Minister collaboratively as part of the Cantonese Pastoral Team, working closely with the broader pastoral team to foster unity, shared vision, and integrated ministry across the church. Serve under the supervision and direction of the Senior Pastor, participating in regular pastoral accountability, planning, and evaluation. Participate in teaching and supporting Sunday School and other educational ministries. Plan, develop, and oversee ministry programs, meetings, and schedules related to areas of responsibility. Preach and serve in other congregations or ministries of the church as required. Maintain regular office hours and fulfill pastoral duties with accountability and professionalism. Uphold and adhere to the church’s statement of faith, constitution, policies, and practices. Contact Please Submit Your Application To Deacon Tim Ho Chairperson of the Board of Directors Email: [email protected]

What you’ll do

Provide spiritual leadership and pastoral care to the Cantonese-speaking adults and families to build mature disciples of Jesus Christ. Collaborate with the pastoral team to oversee ministries, preach God's Word, and support the church's mission and vision.

Requirements

Requires a Master of Theological Studies or equivalent from a recognized institution and demonstrated experience ministering to adults and families. Fluency in Cantonese and English is required, with strong pastoral counseling skills and a heart for outreach.

Listed skills

  • interpersonal communicationPreferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Pastoral Care
  • Discipleship
  • Preaching
  • Teaching
  • Pastoral Counseling
  • Cantonese Fluency
  • English Fluency
  • Spiritual Leadership
  • Community Building
  • Outreach
  • Ministry Planning
  • Interpersonal Communication

Job areas

  • Social Services
  • Education
  • Management & Leadership

Additional details

Minimum education
Master’s degree
Minimum experience
5+ years
Apply by
Sep 8, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level