Faith Welland (Faith Tabernacle Pentecostal Assembly)
Community: Welland
Position Hiring: Lead Pastor
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Website: www.faithwelland.com
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JOB DESCRIPTION HIGHLIGHTS
Faith Welland is looking for a Lead Pastor who:
Has a passion for leading others into a deeper understanding and relationship with Jesus.
Someone who will embrace the diversity of our congregation and community.
Someone with a vision for extending the love of Jesus to those near and far.
LEADERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
Education: Bachelor Degree (Theology, Biblical Studies or Pastoral Ministry)
Credentials: Active PAOC Credential
Ministry Experience: 10+ years preferred
MISSION
We are a welcoming church family being transformed by God,
loving people and serving our community in Niagara and beyond.
VISION
We value EXPERIENCING GOD so we will follow His direction & instruction. (WORSHIP)
We value THE BIBLE so we will hold tightly to the message and be creative in how we share it. (WORD)
WE VALUE PEOPLE so as a church we will function and feel like a family; caring for their spiritual, physical, social and psychological well-being.(FELLOWSHIP)
WE VALUE GROWTH so we strive to create a clear path for people to discover and serve God. (EVANGELISM and DISCIPLESHIP)
WE VALUE GENEROSITY so we will be generous. (BLESSING)
We value the NEXT GENERATION so we will intentionally invest in their future. (LEGACY)
CORE VALUES
Creating opportunities to love, lift, launch people into purpose.
LOVE – Great Commandment – Matthew 22:32-34
We love God, and like Jesus, we serve our community and love people as they are.
LIFT – Great Commission – Matthew 28:16-20
We commit to life transformation by helping, encouraging, supporting, and training people.
LAUNCH – Great Requirement – Micah 6:8
We launch our church family into the world to love and serve our community.
OUR STORY
Faith Welland recently celebrated our 75th anniversary (2024). In 1949, a group of like-minded believers recognized the need for a Pentecostal presence in Welland. Rev. Michael Horban led the group in a rented hall in Welland and there was substantial growth when Rev. Harold House took over the ministry in 1953. In 1967 a permanent presence was established at our current location. The original church building seated 125 – 150, and now after two more building projects is the current cafe. The next addition in 1973 seating approximately 400 is currently the upper fellowship hall used for the majority of child and youth programs and special events. By 1988, the church had outgrown this hall and the current sanctuary was finished in 1990. Since 1993, our key leaders have been Rev. Peter Cuke and Rev. Jamie Shepherd. Rooted throughout our history is strong community outreach through programs such as Crusaders, Bus ministry, and programs at community houses in cooperation with the City of Welland and Niagara Regional Housing.
Ministries
Ministries:
Faith kids, Junior High, Senior High
Young Adults
Men’s Groups – several
Women’s Groups – several
Alpha
Support Groups – Divorce Care, Grief Share
Interest Groups -fitness, learning Spanish
Outreach opportunities – locally, nationally, and internationally
Staff and Key Leaders
Lead Pastor
Connections Pastor
Worship
Family Ministries
Youth
Outreach
Administrator
Board of Directors
Demographics
We are a welcoming church family being transformed by God, loving people, and serving our community in Welland and beyond (all of Niagara region).
Our church is multicultural with over 30 nations represented. We value missions within our community and extending internationally.
Within a 20 minute drive, there is a population of 120,000 people with a slightly older population, but also the under 25 population is at the Canadian average. Median household income is slightly above the Canadian average while household spending is less than average for living expenses.
Faith Welland has 185 members. Our average Sunday attendance is approximately 375.
All ages are represented with programs from Nursery to Junior high on Sundays.
Community Bio
The City of Welland has a population 69,000 and is located centrally in Niagara Region (pop. 550,000 ) and is within 30 minutes of Niagara-on -the-Lake, Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, and Port Colborne.
Industry
New industries such as the EV power plant as well as established manufacturing and agricultural sectors (fruit and vineyards) are drawing new people to Welland. The Welland campus of Niagara College trains students in a wide range of technical and practical skills.
Shopping, Services, Conveniences
Seaway Mall, other shopping, variety of restaurants, close to Pen Centre and the Niagara Outlets
Schools
There are 25+ elementary and high schools and the Welland Campus of Niagara College. Also close to Brock University.
Distance from major centres
Hamilton – 80km
Toronto – 135km
Buffalo, NY – 40km
Sports, recreation, outdoor activities in the community
Many children’s and youth leagues. Youngs Sportsplex,
recreational waterway and Welland International Flatwater
Centre. Music and festivals – Shaw Festival, Pelham Bandshell
concerts and summerfest, Welland canal amphitheatre. Walking/
hiking – Merritt Island, Bruce Trail. Sports leagues – Welland
Jackfish, Niagara Ice Dogs, Niagara River Lions.
Close to professional sports team in Buffalo and Hamilton (Sabres,
Bills, Bisons, Tiger Cats, PWHL hockey)