Spanish Congregation Pastor

Spanish Congregation Pastor, First Baptist Church of Flushing (FBCF)

About First Baptist Church of Flushing
First Baptist Church of Flushing is a multiethnic, multicultural, and multi-congregational church with English, Spanish, and Chinese ministries united in one church family of approximately 800 members. Located in the culturally, ethnically, and religiously diverse community of Flushing, New York, FBCF is strategically positioned to reach people from around the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

As a globally minded church, we are committed to making disciples of Christ in Flushing and beyond. We are seeking a full-time pastor to lead and shepherd our Spanish Congregation, which has a weekly attendance of approximately 60 people.

Qualifications

1. Spiritual maturity: A born-again Christian who demonstrates a godly character and meets the biblical qualifications for church leadership outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.
2. Theological preparation: Holds or is actively pursuing a degree from a Bible college or seminary.
3. Commitment to the church’s vision: Embraces FBCF’s multiethnic, multicultural, and multi-congregational model of ministry.
4. Personal and family health: Demonstrates a healthy balance between personal life, family responsibilities, and ministry, while maintaining the availability and commitment necessary to effectively shepherd and lead the Spanish Congregation.
5. Ministry experience: At least two years of experience serving in a local church is strongly preferred.
6. Interpersonal and communication skills: Possesses strong communication, relational, and cross-cultural skills.
7. Team leadership: Is teachable, collaborative, and committed to working effectively with church leadership and ministry coworkers.

Pastoral and Teaching Responsibilities

1. Preaching and teaching: Preach at least twice per month during the Spanish Congregation’s worship services and contribute to the congregation’s spiritual growth through biblical teaching.
2. Congregational leadership: Lead and shepherd the Spanish Congregation in collaboration with the Spanish deacons, Spanish Teaching Pastor, Senior Pastor, and Spanish ministry coworkers, in alignment with FBCF’s overall vision and direction.
3. Discipleship and spiritual formation: Oversee, with the assistance of Spanish ministry coworkers, the discipleship and spiritual development of congregation members.
4. Pastoral care: Coordinate visitation, fellowship, prayer, and outreach ministries to strengthen the congregation and meet the spiritual and practical needs of its members.
5. Evangelism and outreach: Encourage and equip congregation members to share the Gospel and make disciples within the Spanish-speaking community and beyond.

Administrative Responsibilities

1. Participate in regularly scheduled church staff meetings, deacon meetings, and Spanish ministry coworker meetings.
2. Coordinate ministry activities and administrative matters in collaboration with the Spanish administrative assistant.
3. Officiate weddings, funerals, baptisms, child dedication services, and other pastoral services as needed.
4. Work collaboratively with the Senior Pastor and other ministry leaders to promote unity, cooperation, and a shared commitment to the mission of FBCF.

Salary and Compensation
Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s education, ministry experience, and qualifications.

If additional theological education is needed, financial assistance and appropriate time will be provided to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree through an accredited theological institution while serving in the position.