Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor – Cordova Neighborhood Church, Rancho Cordova, CA

Department

Lead Pastor

Location

Central Pacific District

Lead Pastor | Part-Time/Full-Time

Description

Cordova Neighborhood Church is seeking a part-time lead pastor with the expectation

to grow into a full-time position. We desire a pastor whose character displays a deep

love for Jesus, grounding in the Word, commitment to prayer and boldness in his faith.

As a visionary leader, he will help clarify and communicate the church’s direction,

mobilizing the congregation to pursue its mission with purpose. A heart for discipleship

is essential—developing lay leaders, nurturing spiritual formation, and cultivating a

culture of transformation. This emotionally healthy pastor will possess relational warmth,

a teachable spirit, and strong people skills. He will also model passion to reach people

for Christ, both here in our community and around the world.

Cordova Neighborhood Church is a dedicated, small, vibrant church established 70

years ago. Our mission is to live and share the transformative love of Christ, commit

ourselves to spiritual growth, community engagement, and missions work. We believe in

creating a friendly and welcoming environment where our multicultural community can

come together to worship and grow in their faith.

We are seeking a Lead Pastor who embodies the following qualities:

I. Key Ministry Skills

• Preaching and Church Service Leadership: A leader who is devoted to
  
  

prayerful sermon preparation, communicates biblical truth with clarity and

practical application, and demonstrates a deep understanding of Scripture and a

passion for God's Word.

• Leader/Vision Caster: A visionary leader who can discern, clarify, and
  
  

communicate the vision and direction of the church, lead in establishing ministry

goals, and mobilize the congregation to live out the church’s mission.

• Discipler: A leader who actively cultivates leadership potential in others,
  
  

supports discipleship and ministries, and champions a culture of prayer,

salvation, and spiritual growth.

• Shepherd/Caregiver: A personable leader who is able to relate well to all age
  
  

groups across various cultures and provide timely care, prayer, and Biblical

counseling.

II. Personal and Relational Skills

• Honesty, Integrity, Humility: An emotionally mature leader who serves as a role
  
  

model for our congregation.

• Approachability: A communicator who welcomes open dialogue, input, and
  
  

feedback.

• Initiative/Diligence: A leader who discerns the needs of the church and has the
  
  

commitment and perseverance to see it to completion.

• Spiritual Disciplines: An individual who listens to the Holy Spirit, has a strong
  
  

prayer life, and tends to their own spiritual formation through spiritual disciplines.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your cover letter, testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.

If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.

This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website

Please do not contact the church directly.