06/18/2026
Associate Pastor of Congregational Care
Lincoln Community Church – Lincoln, California
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
Lincoln Community Church is prayerfully searching for an Associate Pastor to join our collaborative leadership team. If you have a true pastor’s heart and a passion for helping people find their place in God’s family, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
Your ultimate mission is simple: give everyone, new guests and existing members a feeling of being supported and having a genuine sense of belonging.
Areas of Responsibility
This full-time position balances a specialized focus on congregational care and community connection with general pastoral leadership.
70% Focus: Congregational Care & Assimilation
Oversee the entire guest experience from first-time arrivals to a planned follow-up, that ensures a warm and inviting environment.
Build and manage systems to engage guests, including welcome communications and personal outreach.
Help attendees become active members by connecting newcomers to small groups and fellowship circles.
Provide a comforting, available pastoral presence during personal or community crises.
Offer personal counseling, hospital visits, and support for families through major life transitions, including marriages, illness, and passings.
Recruit, train, and equip volunteer teams to expand visitation, care, and guest services.
30% Focus: Teaching & Team Collaboration
Assist with preaching, teaching, worship planning, outreach, and church ordinances.
Participate in general ministry coordination, staff collaboration, and administrative duties.
Qualifications & Experience:
Education: A master’s degree in theology is strongly preferred. Equivalent pastoral experience will be highly valued and considered.
Leadership: A gifted leader who loves Jesus, treasures God’s Word, and naturally inspires others through their Christian lifestyle.
Character & Calling
The ideal candidate has an authentic character that inspires confidence and integrity. You are called to lead by example: feeding, caring for, leading, and protecting the church family.
Benefits
Market competitive salary based on education and experience
Health insurance stipend
Paid time off
Lincoln Community Church is a thriving, Bible-based congregation in Lincoln, CA. We have a heart for and a focused ministry to our senior adult community and our growing active 55+ community that surrounds Lincoln Community Church.
How to Apply:
If you feel God calling you to this role, or if you know a qualified leader looking for the Lord’s direction, we want to hear from you.
Please reach out directly to our Senior Pastor:
• Contact: Pastor Jody Shorkey
• Email: [email protected]
