Spanish Pastor – First Baptist Church of Lodi

Spanish Pastor – First Baptist Church of Lodi

Ministry Focus

• Provide pastoral care and leadership for Spanish Congregation and outreach into local Spanish-speaking community.
• Glorify God through worship, teaching, and relationships that lead people closer to Christ.
• Lead and oversee all aspects of the Spanish Ministry, including vision, direction, and administration.
• Equip and support volunteers to grow as disciples and leaders.
• Partner with church leaders, pastors, and lay leaders to resource and strengthen ministry.
• Create a Christ-centered community of love, belonging, and acceptance.
• Empower the congregation to use their spiritual gifts in service and discipleship.

Key Responsibilities

Worship and Teaching

• Plan and lead weekly Spanish worship services, including preaching, teaching, and curriculum selection.
• Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers for worship and leadership roles.
• Provide resources and materials for Sunday services and Bible studies.
• Communicate ministry needs with church staff and leaders.
• Encourage connections between the Spanish and larger congregations through fellowship and service.

Outreach and Community Engagement

• Lead outreach efforts into the local Spanish-speaking community.
• Partner with local organizations to serve and minister to Spanish-speaking families.
• Create bilingual or cultural bridge-building opportunities to connect the Spanish and English congregations.
• Organize service projects and mission trips that extend ministry impact.

Pastoral Care

• Provide prayer, counseling, and visitation for members, visitors, and those unable to attend in person.
• Preach and teach as part of the FBC Teaching Team.
• Build strong relationships with the congregation through regular contact (calls, texts, email, etc.).
• Care for people with compassion and empathy across diverse backgrounds.
• Manage the Spanish Ministry budgets; promote generosity and fundraising.
• Review ministry programs and resources regularly, improving where needed.
• Share regular updates and reports with church leadership.

General Tasks & Responsibilities

• Available to work days, nights, and weekends as required.
• Assist with planning, implementing, executing other church-wide events as required.
• Promote a positive, Holy Spirit-led, biblically based work environment.
• All other duties, responsibilities, and tasks as required and needed during the course of ministry or the needs of the Pastors and Staff.

Requirements and Qualifications

Spiritual and Leadership Qualities

• 5+ years of pastoral or ministry leadership experience required.
• Formal theological or pastoral education preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrates servant leadership, humility, and a willingness to serve in all areas of ministry.
• Actively growing in Christian faith and committed to spiritual maturity.
• Displays wisdom, discernment, and integrity in decision-making and daily life.
• Agrees with the Statement of Faith of FBC Lodi.
• Willing to partner with English ministries to strengthen the whole church body.

Cultural Competency

• High proficiency in Spanish (oral and written) and able to minister cross-culturally.
• Deep understanding of Latino culture and ability to build bridges between Spanish- and English-speaking communities.

Other Job-Related Requirements

• Strong ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds with compassion and empathy.
• Proficient in Spanish (oral and written) and able to serve in cross-cultural settings.
• Able to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and move as needed. Able to lift up to 25 lbs. and use standard office equipment.
• Comfortable using phone, computer, and digital communication tools.
• Committed to ongoing professional and ministry development.

Special Notes