Position Description

(Kitchener, ON)

Rosebank BIC Church is seeking a full-time Lead Pastor following the recent retirement of our former Pastor. We are seeking a leader who can build on what has been established. We are a caring, family-oriented church located in a picturesque country setting just outside the city of Kitchener. The church was established over 150 years ago. Over the years much has changed in our area as the city has grown. We are now a “country church close to the city”.  Yet our values have not changed. We are still “leaning in” to our identity as a place where people enjoy the things of life that bring joy – faith, family, time well spent together with friends, caring for others, celebrating the seasons, and worshipping together. Our desire is to help people find faith In Jesus and then live out that faith practically along with others who are doing the same.  Our church is a mix of all ages. Sunday morning gatherings averages around 50 with a style that seeks to blend both hymns and contemporary music. Our hope is to reach a new generation while continuing to care well for those in the congregation who are older. We have a very functional building that includes a gym space.

We are searching for a Pastor Lead Pastor who loves Jesus and has the patience and skills to help a more traditional church move toward renewal. The pastor we are looking for has high “likeability” and can earn trust in order to move us forward in unified mission. The candidate must be able to relate to both rural people and those who are more urbanized. Our preferred candidate would be a leader with a demonstrated ability to teach God’s Word effectively, energy, new ideas for ministry, and strong people skills. If married – a spouse who is supportive of their partners ministry is important. An undergraduate certificate or degree in Biblical Studies is preferred. Ministry experience is desired. Compatibility with the theological distinctives of our denomination (Be in Christ Church of Canada - beinchrist.ca) and credentialing for ministry will be required. This is a full-time position including salary, benefits and pension.  A church owned home (adjacent to the church) can be made available if needed.

Please submit resumes and enquiries to Charles Mashinter, Executive Director – The Be In Christ Church Of Canada (charlie.mashinter@beinchrist.ca).  While we appreciate all submissions, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. The search will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.