Company Description:
REDEMPTION CHURCH SEATTLE is a faith-based organization located in the Green Lake neighborhood of Seattle, WA, serving individuals and families in the local community and beyond. The church focuses on gospel-centered worship, teaching, and community life, seeking to help people grow in their faith and live out their beliefs in everyday contexts. As a religious institution, it values pastoral care, discipleship, and outreach as core expressions of its mission. Team members collaborate closely with church leadership, volunteers, and congregants to support spiritual growth, connection, and service.
Role Description:
The Pastor of Family and Mercy Ministries is a full-time, on-site role based in Seattle, WA, focused on shepherding families and leading mercy-related initiatives in the church and surrounding community. This role plans and leads Bible studies and discipleship pathways for adults, youth, and children, coordinating with other ministry leaders to align teaching and care. The pastor provides pastoral care to individuals and families, including counseling, visitation, prayer, and practical support in times of need. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing family ministry programs, training and supporting volunteers, organizing service and mercy projects, and collaborating with staff to integrate mercy and justice efforts into the broader mission of the church. The role also involves regular communication with congregants, participation in worship services, and administrative tasks related to ministry planning and evaluation.
Qualifications:
Strong foundation in Bible Study and Discipleship, with the ability to teach Scripture clearly and guide people in spiritual growth.
Demonstrated experience in Pastoring and Pastoral leadership within a local church or similar ministry context.
Proven skills in Pastoral Care, including counseling, visitation, and providing spiritual and practical support to individuals and families.
Commitment to Mercy Ministries and community outreach, with sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and needs.
Clear, compassionate communication skills and the ability to build trust with congregants, volunteers, and staff.
Experience organizing ministries or programs, including volunteer recruitment, training, and coordination.
Ability to work collaboratively on-site with a ministry team and to maintain appropriate professional and spiritual boundaries.
Relevant theological education or formal ministry training
