Job Overview

The EM Pastor serves as an associate pastor under the supervision of the Senior Pastor, the person designated by the Senior Pastor, and/or the moderator of the Torrance First Presbyterian Church (TFPC) session. The EM Pastor will provide pastoral, spiritual, and administrative leadership for the English Ministry.

Job Description

Ministry Responsibilities:

• Provide pastoral, spiritual, and administrative leadership for the English Ministry.
• Preach and teach the Word of God biblically and passionately during Sunday worship services and special occasion (e.g., weddings, first birthdays, funerals).
• Shepherd the congregation by living out the gospel and equipping members to apply biblical truth in their daily lives.
• Plan and lead Bible studies, small groups, retreats, and special events in collaboration with lay leaders.
• Oversee membership development and care, including baptism, confirmation, and new members classes.
• Provide pastoral care for all members through consistent communication, visitation (home, hospital, workplace), and counseling-including premarital counselling.
• Engage and integrate the younger generation, including college and post-college individuals.
• lead the congregation in sharing Christ's love through missions and outreach locally and
• globally, in cooperation with TFPC Mission Committee and other ministry partners.
• Support other TFPC departments and committees, including the Education Department,
• and participate in church-wide events to align with Christ's will for unity as one church.
• Meet regularly with the EM Council to provide guidance, direction, and encouragement in developing new ministries and supporting existing ministries.
• Communicate ministry vision and goals clearly, and work collaboratively with the EM Council, Session, pastors and church staff, and ministry leaders.

Qualifications:

• Master of Divinity from an accredited seminary or divinity school where instruction is in English.
• Minimum of 5 years of ministry experience in youth, college, or English Ministry contexts.
• Ordained in the PC(USA) or a Presbyterian denomination, or familiar with Presbyterian polity and governance.
• English as a primary language – fluent in both writing and speaking.
• Demonstrated leadership and organizational abilities.
• Passion for discipleship and leadership development.
• Strong interpersonal, cross-cultural, and communication skills to interact with both EM and KM congregants.
• Respectful understanding of Korean-American culture and customs to ensure a harmonious working relationship between EM and KM.

Congregation: TFPC English Ministry was established in 2009. It consists of approximately 50+ members, primarily 1.5 and 2nd-generation Korean Americans, along with individuals of diverse ethnic backgrounds. The age range spans from college students to parents with children of all ages.

Preferences:

• Married with a family