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As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for interim pastor in the United States is $60,902.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Interim Pastor is a temporary church leader who provides pastoral care, preaching, and guidance during a transition period between permanent pastors. They help maintain stability, assist with church needs, and may prepare the congregation for the next long-term pastor. Interim Pastors often focus on healing, vision casting, and organizational development. Their role is crucial in ensuring a smooth leadership transition while keeping the church spiritually and administratively healthy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Interim Pastor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interim Pastor, you need a strong background in pastoral care, preaching, and church administration, often supported by a theological degree or seminary training. Familiarity with church management software, online communication platforms, and denominational guidelines is useful. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and crisis management abilities distinguish outstanding Interim Pastors. These competencies are important for providing steady leadership, guiding congregations through transitions, and maintaining church operations during periods of change.

What are the typical responsibilities of an Interim Pastor during a church transition period?

As an Interim Pastor, your primary responsibilities include leading worship services, providing pastoral care, facilitating communication within the congregation, and working with church leadership to assess and address the church’s needs during a transition. You may also be involved in helping the church prepare for the arrival of a permanent pastor and advising on organizational changes or conflict resolution. This role typically requires collaboration with staff, volunteer teams, and denominational representatives, ensuring continuity and stability for the congregation. While the assignment is temporary, it is highly impactful, requiring a sensitive approach to both spiritual and operational concerns.

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Interim Pastor

The Christian and Missionary Alliance - U.S. Church Ministries

Brooklyn, NY • On-site

Full-time, Temporary

Posted 23 hours ago

Job description

Interim English Pastor Profile
Grace Chinese Alliance Church (GCAC)
5623 7th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11220
www.gcacnyc.org
Average weekly combined attendance: 100-120
Job Type: Full Time
Overview:
Grace Chinese Alliance Church (GCAC) is seeking a full time English Interim Pastor who would have the primary responsibility for leading our English-speaking ministry, as well as our younger generations. As a Christian & Missionary Alliance (C&MA) church, we focus on Jesus, and our mission is to fulfill His final commandment on earth, the Great Commission.
Grace Chinese Alliance Church is located in the Brooklyn Chinatown of New York City. Since its founding in 1988, GCAC has labored through nuanced cultural changes to bring the light of the Gospel to those who call Sunset Park home. Founded with a missional mindset, a similarly unending effort is in place to assist and participate in carrying out the Great Commission in faraway places. With a combined weekly attendance of about 120, the Chinese and English congregations work together to fulfill the will of God in worship, discipleship, evangelism, ministries, and fellowship. Current English worship service has around 25 attendees weekly.
Qualifications:
  • Preaching fluency in English
  • Conversational fluency in Cantonese or Mandarin a plus
  • Intimately familiar with Chinese immigrant culture
  • Burden for ministry among second generation Chinese Americans
  • 2+ years pastoral experience
  • Licensed with the C&MA, or eligible for license

Essential Responsibilities:
  • The Interim English Pastor will lead the English ministry and younger generations in alignment with the vision, mission, and values of GCAC.
  • He or she will lead the spiritual welfare, growth, and life of the English ministry and younger generations, including discipleship, evangelism, and equipping the congregation for service.
  • He or she will oversee the youth ministry which including providing training to the Sunday school teachers and youth leaders.
  • He or she will develop an intentional discipleship program for youths and adults.
  • He or she will be the primary preacher for the English ministry, and arrange for other pulpit ministry under the oversight of the Senior Pastor.
  • He or she will, with cooperation with the Worship Department, oversee English worship service roles arrangement and delegation.
  • He or she will engage in congregational care ministries.
  • He or she will maintain strong communication skills, both written and oral, to maintain relationships within the congregation and broader community.

Accountability:
  • The Interim English Pastor is amenable to the Senior Pastor, and will participate in regular/ annual performance evaluations, with input from others outside as indicated. In the absence of a Senior Pastor, the Interim English Pastor is amenable to the Governing Board.
  • As a licensed official worker, the Interim English Pastor is also amenable to the District Superintendent.

To be considered for this position, please complete the application to include your testimony, resume and other background information related to the position.
If the district office has reviewed your application and they think you may be a potential match for the position, that the hiring manager will reach out to you for next steps.
This position requires licensing with The Christian & Missionary Alliance. To learn more about The Alliance and requirements for licensing, please visit our website
Please do not contact the church directly.

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