Lead Pastor Clifford Community Church

Church Location and History

Clifford Community Church is located in Clifford Ontario, an unincorporated community in the Town of Minto, Wellington County in Southwestern Ontario, Canada. Clifford was amalgamated in 1999 with the town of Palmerston, the town of Harriston, and Minto Township to create the Town of Minto. Clifford is situated in the north-western boundary of Wellington County and has a population of 875 people. The Town of Minto has a total population of 9,079 people. Residents living in Clifford, largely work within the local trades, manufacturing, and agricultural sectors, or commute to nearby towns within the Town of Minto and Wellington County. Some residents commute to neighbouring towns in Wellington County or slightly further to regional hubs like Kitchener-Waterloo or Guelph.

Clifford Community Church is a non-denominational church that has been meeting for twenty-six years. Reverend Bott and his wife Elizabeth planted the church in 2000 and it has approximately 60-80 members attending regularly from the village and the surrounding areas.  Pastor Bott retired in January 2026 and we are seeking to employ a full-time Pastor. Clifford Community Church is a Christian, bible believing Church, that actively supports missions and operates out of our local Community centre located at 2 William Street north in Clifford.

Clifford Community Church: Vision Statement

Clifford Community Church is a local ministry called of God to communicate the Good News of Jesus Christ. Our commitment is to uphold the teaching of the Word of God and make disciples of Christ. We are honoured to be servants of the living God and to seek to be humble in our representation of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. We believe the table of the Lord welcomes everyone, but there is a clear call to live a life pleasing to the Lord. Our mission to you is to help you know Christ and to live life as a Christ follower. We count it a privilege to be a part of the great work of the Good and Awesome God of heaven and earth.

Pastor Role

The Pastor is called to shepherd the church by faithfully preaching and teaching Scripture, providing spiritual leadership, caring for the congregation, and equipping believers to live out the gospel of Jesus Christ. The pastor serves as a spiritual guide, example, and servant leader within the church and the wider community.

Key Responsibilities

Spiritual Leadership

• Preach and teach the Word of God with biblical accuracy and spiritual sensitivity.

• Provide primary leadership with the assistance of the Elders for worship services, prayer meetings, and special services (communion, baptisms, weddings, funerals).

• Provide Leadership for a robust youth ministry and grow the congregation by encouraging youth discipleship.

• Provide vision and direction aligned with the mission and values of the church.

• Model a Christ-centered life in character, conduct, and leadership.

Pastoral Care

• Provide pastoral counseling, encouragement, and prayer for individuals and families.

• Work alongside our elders and congregation to visit and care for the sick, elderly, grieving, and those in spiritual or personal crisis.

• Offer guidance rooted in Scripture while maintaining confidentiality and compassion.

Discipleship and Teaching

• Equip believers for spiritual growth and ministry through teaching, mentoring, and discipleship.

• Encourage personal devotion, prayer, and biblical literacy among church members.

• Identify, train, and support Elders, trustees, and other volunteers within the church.

Church Leadership and Administration

• Work collaboratively with elders, staff, and volunteers.

• Participate in church planning, meetings, and decision-making.

• Oversee / contribute to ministry programs and outreach efforts.

• Ensure church practices align with biblical principles and church governance.

Community and Outreach

• Represent the church in the local community.

• Encourage evangelism, missions, and service opportunities.

• Build relationships with other churches and ministries as appropriate.

Qualifications

Spiritual and Personal

• A clear calling to pastoral ministry and a growing relationship with Jesus     Christ.

• A life that reflects biblical standards of integrity, humility, and love.

• Agreement with the church’s statement of faith and doctrinal beliefs.

Education and Experience

• Formal theological degree (Bible college, seminary, or equivalent)       preferred.

• Experience in preaching, teaching, and pastoral ministry is an asset.

• Experience in developing / growing youth ministry is an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and teaching skills.

• Ability to lead with wisdom, compassion, and discernment.

• Relational, approachable, and able to work with people of all ages and backgrounds.

• Organizational and leadership skills appropriate to Clifford Community Church.

Accountability

The Pastor is accountable to the church’s governing body including our Elders and Trustees and serves our Congregation in partnership with church leadership consistent with our Statement of Faith.

Documentation:

1. Please submit a resume listing your ministry experience and education.

2. Please include a cover letter explaining your interest in this opportunity.

3. Include a minimum of three references (Ministry/personal/ leadership)

4. Any personal statements of Faith, links to examples of previous sermons delivered or any other information that will assist us with your application.

Please email your PDF documentation to cliffordcommunitychurch@gmail.com

Applications will be reviewed until a successful candidate is appointed.

Statement of Faith

T H E  B I B L E

We believe the Bible to be the complete Word of God. That the 66 books as originally written, comprising the Old and New Testaments, were verbally inspired by the Spirit of God, and were entirely free from error. The Bible is the final revelation of God and is the final authority in all matters of faith and practice, and the true basis of Christian fellowship. 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:19-21

G O D

We believe in God, the Creator of all things, who is holy, sovereign, and eternal, existing in three equal persons - the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Deuteronomy 4:35, 6:4 , Isaiah 43:10, 44:6, 45:5, 6 ,18 , 1 Corinthians 13:14, 1 Peter 1:2, Revelation 1:4-5

We believe in God the Father, who is the Father of the Lord Jesus Christ and of all believers in Christ and He is the Creator of all. We believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as true God and true man, who reigned in glory with the Father from eternity past, was co-creator with the Father and lived His life on earth just as the Gospels record. He was the promised Messiah of the Old Testament. We believe in His virgin birth, sinless life, substitutionary death, bodily resurrection, and His triumphant ascension to heaven where He is now seated at the Father's right hand - mediating between God and man. We believe in His future and visible personal return when he will reign over all forever. John 17:1, 14, Micah 5:2, John 17:5, Luke 24:44, Matthew 1:20, 23, 1 John 3:5, Acts 1:1, John20:31, 1 Peter 3:18, 1 Corinthians 15:4, Ephesians 1:20, Hebrews 7:25, Acts 1:11, Daniel 7:13- 14

We believe the Holy Spirit to be God. We believe He is an actual personality, not simply a force. We believe in His ministry of the conviction of sin, righteousness, and of judgement. We believe His ministries of those who believe include: regeneration, sanctification, indwelling, illumination, comfort, counsel, fellowship, empowering, teaching, in gifting and interceding. 2 Corinthians 3:16-18, Acts 5:3-4, John 14:16-17, 16:7-11, 13-14, Titus 3:5, 1 Peter 1:2, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 6:19, 2 Corinthians 2:10-16, John 14:26, 1 John 2:27, Ephesians 3:16, 2 Peter 1:3, Romans 8:26-27, 1 Corinthians 12-14, Romans 12:5-11

S A T A N

We believe Satan is a rebellious angel, the ruler of the world who exists as an enemy of God and of the saints. We believe he is a defeated enemy and his judgement will be finalized at the end of time. We believe that demons are angels who followed in Satan's rebellion against God and they too are defeated. Revelations 12:17, 1 Thessalonians 2:18, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Revelation 12:1-9, Jude 1:6, Luke 10:18, Colossians 2:15, 1 John 3:8, Revelation 20:10, John 12:31, 2 Corinthians 11:14, 2 Thessalonians 2:9, Revelation 16:14, 2 Peter 2:4, Ephesians 2:1-3, Isaiah 14:12-14,               Ezekiel 28:11-1

A N G E L S

We believe that angels are spirit beings created to worship and serve God, and minister to the saints. Colossians 1:16, Hebrews 1:6-7, 14

M A N

We believe man was created by God in His image. We believe man was created to worship and serve God and enjoy an everlasting relationship with Him. Man was originally created perfect and sinless. Given a free will, he chose to rebel against God through disobedience when tempted. The consequence of this disobedience was complete and total separation from God - man's disobedience extends over all creation. Genesis 1:26-27, Ephesians 4:24, Isaiah 43:7, Ecclesiastes 12:13, 7:29, Genesis 3, Romans 3:23, 8:20-22

M A N ' S S A L V A T I O N

We believe that Christ died and shed His blood as the only acceptable sacrifice for the forgiveness of sins of all mankind. This salvation is free and everlasting gift of God and is entirely given apart from any good works or deeds. We believe that salvation is not forced upon all mankind, but that each individual is responsible to receive salvation by personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Believing that He died to have their sins forgiven and took their punishment for sins and must accept His sacrifice as God's total provision for their redemption. Once this is believed and accepted the believer is made spiritually alive in Christ, his sins are forgiven, and that broken relationship with God is restored forever, never to be lost. John 14:6, Acts 4:12, John 1:29, 3:16, Romans 3:21-25, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 Corinthians 15:3, Hebrews 9:14, Ephesians 1:7, 1 John 2:2, Revelation 1:5, 7:14, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:8-9, Revelation 22:17, Titus 2:11-14, 3:4-7, James 1:18, John 1:11-12, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, John 3, 5:24, 6:50-54, Romans 8:15, 17, Ephesians 2:19, John 6:39-40, John 10:27-29

T H E  C H R I S T I A N  L I F E

We believe upon receiving God's gift of salvation the Holy Spirit personally indwells the believer and works out in us the new life of Christ. It is the responsibility of the believer to live by faith and in the yielded submission to the Holy Spirit's work of making him/her Christ-like - obedient to the Word of God and separated from the ways of the world serving the Lord.                   2 Corinthians 5:17, Titus 3:5, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 5:5, Galatians 5:16-25, Ephesians 4:30, Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 1:6, 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24, Ephesians 5:8, Acts 5:29, John 14:23, Philippians 2:12, Romans 8:12-14, Romans 6

F U T U R E  E V E N T S

We believe in eternal life and fellowship in the presence of God for believers and the eternal separation from God and punishment in hell for those who reject Christ. We believe in the personal, bodily return of the Lord Jesus Christ, the bodily resurrection of both the saved and the lost, the final judgements, and a new heaven and earth under the eternal reign of the Father and Christ, the Son. John14:2-3, Colossians 1:5, 2 Corinthians 5:1-10, Revelation 19-22