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Pastoral Application

Greetings in the Name of our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ!

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Our prayer as the First Samoan Congregational Christian Church - San Diego (FSCCCSD) is that God will open our eyes to the man that He desires to be the spiritual leader of our Church Family for "the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart," (1 Samuel 16:7).

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We invite anyone who feels called to minister and pastor this flock to complete this application, and to join us in prayer as we seek God's Will for the future of our Church.

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Please ensure to complete it in its entirety with as much detail as possible so that the Holy Spirit may guide us in discerning His Will.

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May God bless you and your family always!​

Pastoral Job Description

Position Summary

The Minister serves as the spiritual leader of the Church and is responsible for preaching the Word of God, administering the sacraments, shepherding the congregation, and providing leadership in matters of church life, governance, and discipline. The Minister works in collaboration with church officers and leadership in accordance with the Church Bylaws to promote the spiritual welfare and mission of the Church.

Qualifications

​The Minister Shall:

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  • Demonstrate a clear calling from God to preach and teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ

  • Meet the biblical qualifications for church pastorship (1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:5–9; Titus 2:1–5)

  • Exhibit spiritual maturity, godly character, and faithful leadership in both ministry and home life

  • Believe in and adhere to the authority of the Word of God and support the Church’s Covenant, Mission, Doctrine, and Declaration of Faith

  • Demonstrate ability in biblical preaching, teaching, shepherding, and pastoral care

  • Provide Christlike relational leadership, fostering unity and exercising wisdom in conflict resolution

  • Minister effectively within the cultural and generational context of the congregation, including fluency in English and Samoan

  • Model a supportive pastoral family life that reflects Christian character and service

  • Possess appropriate theological education, ordination, and ministry leadership experience, and be in good standing within the church

Duties & Responsibilities

​Spiritual Leadership & Worship

  • Be in charge of the pulpit and lead public worship services

  • Preach and teach the Word of God

  • Administer the Sacraments

  • Promote the spiritual welfare of the Church and those it serves

  • Serve as a religious teacher and counselor in both public and private settings

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Church Governance & Leadership

  • Serve as spiritual advisory on all church & auxiliary boards and committees

  • Provide a written report of ministerial work

  • Work collaboratively with Church leadership in the administration of church programs and ministries

  • Collaborate with church leadership to employ or discharge ordained personnel as necessary to administer church programs

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Membership & Discipline Authority

The Minister shall collaborate with Church leadership in accordance with the Church Bylaws in matters of church business, membership, and discipline. Responsibilities may include:

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  • Receiving and installing new members

  • Participating in membership decisions, including acceptance, refusal or restoration

  • Supporting Church leadership in matters of membership care and discipline

  • Assisting in the installation, removal, or replacement of Church and branch/auxiliary officers

  • Participating in the ordination, suspension, or termination of Deacons

  • Assisting in the appointment of the Elder Deacon

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Accountability

​The Minister serves as the spiritual leader of the Church and works in cooperation with Church leadership, officers, and congregation in carrying out the mission and governance of the Church in accordance with the Church Bylaws.

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Addiitional Responsibilities

  • Ensure that secular appeals for causes or money are not made from the pulpit

  • Provide pastoral care and leadership for the congregation

  • Support and oversee the ministries and auxiliaries of the Church

  • Lead the Church in fulfilling its mission and spiritual growth

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:​

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  • Online application (linked below)

  • Resume

  • Ministry degree & transcripts

  • Proof of ordination

  • Letters of good standing

  • Three (3) references

  • Statment of faith (optional)

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