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Does this sound like you?
- You come alive when the Church steps outside its walls.
- You see every neighborhood, school, and city block as fertile ground for the gospel.
- You’re eager and able to mobilize people into action, not just attendance.
If you're nodding, keep reading…
About Mission Hills Church
Mission Hills is a vibrant, Christ-centered church committed to living for God’s pleasure by serving those who don’t know Christ and strengthening those who do. Located in the heart of Mission Viejo, California, we are a thriving, multigenerational congregation that believes in reaching the lost, equipping believers, and making a tangible difference in our city through compassion, truth, and authentic community.
This is a place where innovation in ministry is welcomed, where vision meets action, and where passionate leaders find a home to grow and serve.
The Opportunity: Local Outreach Pastor
As our Local Outreach Pastor, you won’t just lead events—you’ll shape a movement. You’ll have the opportunity to expand existing outreach ministries and dream up new ways to love our neighbors in the name of Jesus. From one-on-one relationships to large-scale initiatives, you’ll serve as a catalyst for gospel impact across our region.
Key Areas of Responsibility
1. Vision & Strategy
- Collaborate with the Lead Pastor to cast and clarify a compelling vision for local outreach.
- Design and implement strategies to mobilize the church into the surrounding community.
2. Community Engagement & Partnerships
- Build and nurture relationships with local organizations, schools, and city leaders.
- Understand community needs and connect them with church resources and gifts.
3. Volunteer Mobilization & Team Building
- Recruit, equip, and inspire teams for outreach ministries (e.g., ESL, Love MV, Drive-Thru Prayer, school partnerships).
- Identify and disciple volunteer leaders to multiply impact.
4. Evangelism & Discipleship Integration
- Lead efforts that both meet practical needs and point people to Jesus.
- Create onramps for people to engage in spiritual conversations and invitations to church life.
5. Organizational Leadership
- Manage the Local Outreach budget with wisdom and stewardship.
- Participate actively in pastoral staff meetings, retreats, and church-wide initiatives.
Who You Are
- A deeply rooted follower of Jesus, whose life reflects love, surrender, obedience, and integrity.
- Passionate about the local church and seeing it make a real difference in its city.
- An innovator who turns big ideas into real, tangible ministry.
- A team builder who thrives in relationships and empowers others to lead.
- A connector who sees potential in partnerships and people.
What You Bring
Must-Haves
- Bachelor's degree
- Ministry experience in outreach and missions
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- A heart for evangelism and practical compassion
- Ability to cultivate meaningful relationships and partnerships
Nice-to-Haves
- Experience developing and scaling outreach programs
- Bilingual or experience in multicultural ministry
- Previous church staff experience
Why This Role Matters
At Mission Hills, we believe outreach isn’t a department—it’s part of our DNA. This role exists to help us live out our calling: to serve those who don’t know Christ and strengthen those who do. As the Local Outreach Pastor, you’ll help our church become a beacon of hope, healing, and gospel transformation in our city.
Compensation & Next Steps
This is a full-time pastoral role (40–50 hours/week) with a competitive salary and generous benefits package, commensurate with experience.