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感恩分享 – 蔡沛良主任牧師

Andrew 蔡沛良主任牧師

在北宣教會成立35週年的時候，神帶領我於年初，加入這個屬靈的大家庭，為此感到十分感恩。就任主任牧師一職以來，一直感到是神帶領自己來到這裡。雖然我曾經分享過，在2022年初，神藉著才幹（或他連得）的比喻（太25:14-30），向我發出挑戰，要我以信心去回應神的呼召；但在回顧自己牧會的生涯時，卻看見神滿有帶領，和祂一早已有預備。

2008年，當我還在柏斯生活及牧會時，我有機會代表澳宣華聯（ACACC），帶領澳洲華人宣道會的弟兄姊妹，到中國的四川省和雲南省作訪宣體驗；在那次訪宣中，我認識了一些北宣的肢體，藉此也感受到北宣對宣教的熱忱。2009年，神透過澳宣華聯的同工之邀請，讓我有機會拜訪雪梨一些華人宣道會；在那次的探訪，我有幸來到北宣的主日崇拜中證道，那是我事奉以來，第一次要在主日講三場道。這讓我看見北宣事工之興旺。其後，當自己在2009-2014年被選加入總會的董事會事奉時，這使我了解到北宣經歷過一些嚴峻的挑戰。再在2015年，神也讓當時北宣的牧者，兩次邀請我於早上的英語崇拜來講道。回望過去，那些經歷和安排原來早已加深我對北宣的認識，讓我對這個屬靈的家更有歸屬感。

來到北宣的初期，自己是戰戰兢兢的。畢竟，從來未擔任過主任牧師之職，對如何符合這事奉崗位的要求，自己不敢輕率，只能抱著膽大、心細的態度。一方面，靠著神來勇敢地作決定和帶領；另一方面，學習耐心地揣摩不同堂會和事工的互動，並細心地了解弟兄姊妹們的需要。另外，到北宣事奉使自己感掛心的，是太太和女兒們的適應。但真的感謝主，太太對我們一家「回歸」宣道會（我們一直以柏斯的宣道會為家）的決定感到高興，並頗能投入這裡的教會生活；而女兒們也相繼投入於英語的大學團契，及青少年團契的相交生活。

最後，雖然我們不知道，將來有甚麼挑戰，但我們深信主必會帶領及有所預備，我們只管仰望祂，並時常確認自己在主裡面寶貴的身份。盼以約翰一書當中的一節，與大家彼此勉勵，「親愛的弟兄阿，我們現在是神的兒女，將來如何，還未顯明；但我們知道，主若顯現，我們必要像他、因為必得見他的真體。」（約一3:2）

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Pastors Recruitment

Our Church

North Side Chinese Alliance Church (NSCAC) is a growing church community of 350–400 members across four congregations and three language groups. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Pastor to lead a small team in nurturing and discipling our English-speaking youth. This role offers both the joy and challenge of guiding young people to know God and follow Christ, while navigating the unique dynamics of Chinese cultural and family values.

Youth Pastor (Part-Time, 0.6 FTE negotiable)

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, oversee, and provide direction for the weekly youth program (Years 7–12)
  • Recruit, equip, and support volunteer leaders within the youth ministry
  • Provide pastoral care for youth and partner with parents in their spiritual growth
  • Develop biblically sound teaching materials and resources
  • Plan and coordinate special events (e.g., youth camp, KYCK Convention participation, and planning for future youth-led services)
  • Integrate youth into the broader life of the church
  • Ensure compliance with child safety standards and church policies

About You

  • Holds a valid NSW Working with Children Check
  • Passionate about preaching God’s Word faithfully to an English-speaking congregation
  • Experienced in connecting with and discipling youth (Years 7–12)
  • In agreement with the Christian and Missionary Alliance of Australia (C&MA) Constitution and Doctrinal Statement
  • Culturally sensitive and able to minister in a multi-ethnic church setting
  • Completed or currently pursuing theological training (e.g., BTh or BMin)
  • Strong in planning, organisation, and leadership
  • A gifted communicator with an ability to build natural rapport with youth and families
  • A team player with a servant-hearted and proactive attitude

Desirable Attributes

  • Conversational Cantonese and/or Mandarin

To Apply

Please send your application in writing to:

Youth Pastor Search Committee
North Side Chinese Alliance Church
59 Carlingford Road
Epping NSW 2121
Email: recruit@nscac.org.au
Tel: (02) 9868 7003

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