About Compassion Church

In the summer and fall of 2018, local news stations were covering a story of a growing homeless encampment in Minneapolis. As we watched the ‘tent city’ grow to hundreds of people, we heard a clear call from God to start a church to reach the homeless population. After several years of listening and discerning, we believe God was not only calling us to start a church in Anoka to reach the homeless population but gave us a vision to start a coffeehouse where we could also employ people affected by homelessness and become a church home.

In 2021, Compassion Church started meeting as a small group of believers for monthly worship gatherings at Heart of the City Music Factory in Anoka, Minnesota (a central location to many surrounding organizations that seek to end homelessness) and to practice weekly rhythms of discipleship as a Compassion group in our homes.

In 2022, Compassion Coffee was formed, and we started operating a travel coffee cart as our first steps to open a coffeehouse.

In 2024, We found a location for the coffeehouse at 530 West Main Street #8 in Anoka, renovated the space, and opened in October. The coffeehouse also became the new home for Compassion Church.

Today, Compassion Church hosts worship gatherings on Sunday mornings at 10am at the coffeehouse. We continue to offer the coffee cart to be hired for events, and the coffeehouse is open Tuesday through Saturday to the community.

Our Vision

Our vision for Compassion Church is to make Jesus visible in our communities by showing compassion to those in need. While we currently have one location in Anoka, we dream about more church and coffeehouse locations to advance God’s Kingdom throughout the Twin Cities.

As we prepare for multiplication, we’re also aligning the structure of staff. Rob Bergfalk currently serves as the Lead Pastor and shepherds the Anoka congregation. By the summer of 2026, we plan to identify and commission a Community Pastor in Anoka. The Community Pastor will serve as the primary preacher, shepherd the flock, and engage in the community. The addition of the Community Pastor allows the Lead Pastor role to become a “pastor of pastors”, focusing on the vision, leadership development, and the long-term goal of planting more churches.

We are excited about this structure, as the Community Pastor will be devoted to seeing the church and coffeehouse location in their community thrive, while also allowing the growing network of Compassion Church locations to be connected by a shared vision and mission. The Community Pastor will partner closely with Rob by participating in shared sermon series, leadership development rhythms, and church multiplication planning.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a Community Pastor to lead Compassion Church in Anoka with a shepherd’s heart, a proactive spirit, and a missionary mindset. This role provides spiritual and organizational leadership for the church, builds community connections, and helps people take next steps in their relationship with Jesus.

We’re praying for a pastor who embodies humility, compassion, presence, and purpose — someone who loves Jesus deeply and people practically. You’ll thrive here if you’re proactive, relational, flexible, and passionate about helping others grow in faith and leadership.

The role for the Community Pastor is part-time, 20-25 hours a week. The pay is $23-$26 per hour depending on experience. We’re flexible with whether the pay is hourly or salary along with what the schedule looks like throughout the week. Sunday mornings along with one evening a week would be expected along with regular presence at the coffeehouse.

Key Characteristics

• Servant-Hearted – Leads through example, willing to do unseen and practical tasks with joy.

• Relational Shepherd – Genuinely loves people and builds trust across diverse backgrounds.

• Proactive Leader – Sees needs before they arise and takes initiative with care and creativity.

• Missional Heart – Passionate about seeing the Gospel expressed through community transformation.

• Collaborative Partner – Works closely with the Lead Pastor to align with the overall vision, values, and teaching direction of Compassion Church.

• Adaptable & Creative – Thrives in a flexible, multi-use space like a coffeehouse.

• Team Builder – Develops and empowers leaders to own ministry and grow in calling.

• Servant-Hearted – Leads through example, willing to do unseen and practical tasks with joy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Shepherd the congregation of Compassion Church in Anoka

• Provide pastoral care, prayer, and support to individuals and families

• Partner with the Lead Pastor in planning and strategy for ministry

• Preach and teach the Word with authenticity, clarity, and relevance

• Oversee worship gatherings — worship, hospitality, setup, and ministry flow

• Develop and disciple leaders, ministry team, and volunteers

• Be a relational presence within Compassion Coffee and the community

• Build partnerships with local schools, nonprofits, and organizations

Qualifications

• A clear calling to pastoral ministry and community engagement

• Alignment with Compassion Church’s mission and vision

• Strong relational, organizational, and communication skills

• Experience in pastoral leadership and preaching is preferred

• Passion for reaching the lost and empowering people in Anoka

• Alignment with the Statement of Faith and Perspectives of our denomination, The Christian and Missionary Alliance

• Become accredited in The Christian and Missionary Alliance, and become licensed once hired.

What Success Looks Like

• A healthy, growing Anoka congregation marked by discipleship and mission.

• Leaders developed and empowered for ministry and multiplication.

• Deep connection between the church, coffeehouse, and local community.

• Strong alignment and collaboration with the Lead Pastor and the broader Compassion vision.