Pastor of Latino Ministries

Pastor of Latino Ministries

About Living Hope & Esperanza Viva

Living Hope is an Evangelical Free Church in Willmar, Minnesota, committed to making disciples and exalting Jesus Christ across our community. Our church family is uniquely expressed through two worshiping congregations—English-speaking and Spanish-speaking (Esperanza Viva)—that function together like siblings in one household: each distinct and culturally vibrant, yet inseparable under one eldership, one mission, and a shared commitment to the gospel.

The Willmar area is home to a thriving, growing Hispanic community that deeply needs a faithful, gospel-preaching, and Christ-centered spiritual home. We are seeking a bilingual pastor who is firmly anchored in the Word of God, possesses a pastor's heart for discipleship, and is eager to proclaim the grace and truth of Jesus. In this role, you will shepherd and preach to the Spanish-speaking congregation while serving as a vital bridge-builder on our unified pastoral team, helping us reach our entire region for Christ.

Requirements:

1.    Spiritual: A profession of faith and a lifestyle consistent with profession (1 Timothy 3:2-7 & Titus 1:5-9). Agreement with Living Hope Statement of Faith and an evident zeal for the things of the Lord. Model servanthood among co-workers, families, congregation and community.

2.    Personal: A pleasing, positive personality, care for personal appearance and hygiene, able to work hours needed and “full of grace and truth.”

3.    Professional:

a.    Education: Ministry license or ordination; Bachelor’s degree in ministry (minimum); Master’s degree level in ministry preferred.

b.    Skills:

• Organizational leadership; ability to cast and reinforce godly vision for the ministry; ability to relate to a variety of people in a variety of cultural settings; able to delegate and supervise; and work well as part of a team.
•  Spanish language full to primary fluency proficiency.
•  English language at a professional working proficiency.
•  Cross-Cultural Architect: Ability to bridge cultural gaps and foster unity between diverse linguistic and ethnic groups within the local church body.

Experiences: Broad experience in Hispanic ministries.

Relationships:

1. Reports to Lead Pastor
2. Works with staff
3. Leads Hispanic ministry and volunteers

Responsibility: To lead Esperanza Viva in the mission and the vision of Living Hope while serving as a strategic bridge-builder to foster a unified, multi-ethnic church culture.

1.    Teaching

a)    Serve as the primary teacher in regular Hispanic church gatherings, either through direct expository preaching or mentoring other gifted teachers.

b)    Work to build up the Hispanic church members so they are maturing in the faith of Christ.

c)    Primary focus of prayer and ministry of God’s Word.

d)    Occasionally preach and teach in the English or combined services, sharing the Word and vision with the entire church body to strengthen our unified identity.

2.    Outreach

a)    Active in evangelism in the community through personal and organized efforts.

b)    Lead and equip Hispanic church members to be Christ’s witnesses: locally, regionally, and globally.

3.    Leadership

a)    Work with Lead Pastor to advance Christ’s kingdom in the local communities.

b)    Train and disciple new converts.

c)    Assist in cultivating healthy relationships within the community and church.

d)    Actively collaborate on "One Church" initiatives (e.g., combined ballpark services, community outreaches, and holiday events) to ensure a seamless experience for both English and Spanish speakers.

4.    Care for the Church Body

a)    Visit members in their homes as needed.

b)    Provide Biblical counseling as needed.

c)    Visit members in the hospital, prison, etc.

5.    Other

a)    Meet regularly with Lead Pastor for mentoring and support.

b)    Evaluate and adjust goals at least annually.

c)    Assist with creating and overseeing the budget for ministry area.

d)    Be involved with the District and National EFCA ministries as time permits.

e)    Perform other duties as directed by supervisor. 

f)     Participate in the broader strategic planning, staffing discussions, and organizational health of Living Hope, lending a unique cultural perspective to all-church decisions.   

We are an Evangelical Free Church in Willmar, Minnesota. God has blessed us with a community of many Spanish-speaking neighbors and with a Latino ministry for many years. Our Latino pastor has just taken the call to head to the mission field, and our Spanish ministry is primed for a great future. We have over 5000 Latinos in our community and many homes that are Spanish-speaking only. The need for gospel outreach is great.

Join the team: https://livinghopewillmar.org/jobs