Position Overview
Hamilton Chinese Alliance Church (HCAC) is prayerfully seeking a Family & Children Pastor to launch and
lead a comprehensive, sustainable family discipleship program. This is a new position needed for the 2026
ministry year, created to strengthen the existing multifaceted children and youth (nursery to Grade 6)
program and to outreach/equip parents as primary disciplers in a multi-lingual, multi-cultural church
context—English-primary, with strong ability to connect with Mandarin-speaking parents an important asset.
Employment Details
• Position Type: Full-time preferred (part-time will be considered for the right candidate)
• Start Date: As soon as possible (2026)
• Reports To: Chair – Board of Elders
• Language Assets: English primary with Mandarin strongly preferred (for parent partnership and
congregational integration)
• Compensation: Commensurate with training and experience
Role Summary
The Family & Children Pastor to provide vision, pastoral leadership, and hands-on oversight of the
family/children ministry, working in collaboration with pastors & ministry leaders, in the following areas:
1. Children’s ministry (nursery–Grade 6)
2. Family discipleship and parent equipping
3. Outreach to the large community base families in Hamilton and surrounding areas
Key Responsibilities
A) Children’s Ministry Leadership (Nursery–Grade 6)
• Building upon the existing “Sweet-Family” and Sunday school programs, lead the design and
implementation of a gospel-centered ministry (Sunday, midweek as applicable, special events).
• Select/implement curriculum; ensure consistent teaching quality and clear spiritual outcomes.
• Establish operational systems for volunteer scheduling, classroom support, supplies, check-in/out, and
communication with parents.
B) Family Discipleship & Parent Equipping
• Develop an overall family discipleship strategy that aligns with the church mission.
• Equip parents as the primary spiritual leaders of their children through coaching, tools, and
rhythms that support faith practices at home.
• Provide pastoral care to families (as appropriate) and coordinate referrals/resources when specialized
care is needed.
C) Outreach
• Leveraging existing ministries and community partners, creating a comprehensive gospel-based
program that will be attractive to children and families in Hamilton and surrounding areas.
Qualifications
Spiritual & Character
• A mature, growing relationship with Jesus Christ; evidence of Christian character and servant
leadership.
• A clear calling to family & children ministry and a commitment to disciple-making in the local church.
Theological Training (Flexible)
• MDiv / MCS / MTS (or equivalent) welcomed; relevant ministry experience and demonstrated
fruitfulness are highly valued.
Experience & Skills
• Proven ability to lead and build children/youth/family ministries, including curriculum use, volunteer
development, and ministry systems.
• Strong relational and communication skills with children, teens, parents, and volunteers.
• Cultural intelligence and comfort serving in a multi-lingual church context
• English fluency required; Mandarin/Cantonese strongly preferred (especially for parent
engagement).
Application Process
Please submit:
1. Resume
2. Cover letter (your calling to family ministry; experience in children/parent discipleship)
3. Brief testimony (faith and calling)
4. 2–3 references (including at least one pastoral reference)
Send materials to: BOECHAIR@hamiltoncac.org
Posting closes: May 30, 2026 or until filled (applications reviewed on a rolling basis)