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Georgia
FULL-TIME CHURCH REPLANT PASTOR. Briarcliff Baptist Church, located in the NE urban suburbs of Atlanta, GA, is seeking a replant/revitalization pastor who can provide challenging, Gospel-centered based preaching and teaching, church replanting strategies, pastoral care, congregational growth, and develop community ministries from the foundation of the Gospel. Candidates should have a deep desire for replanting and a commitment to our church for the long haul. More information available at www.briarcliffbaptist.org/church-replant-pastor-search-2018. Please send a resume/cover letter including your personal statement of faith to [email protected]. (Posted 3-19-18)
MINISTER TO CHILDREN & YOUTH. Second Avenue Baptist Church in Rome, GA, a 500-person congregation with an average attendance of 160 for worship, is seeking a full-time Minister to Children and Youth. His/her primary responsibility is to guide spiritual growth and maturity of children, youth, and college students and to encourage and equip them to become disciples of Christ. Successful candidates will demonstrate maturity of faith, relational leadership, excellence in communication, and creative vision. The Minister will organize and execute innovative programs for children, youth, college students, and families while working alongside the senior pastor, other staff members, and various ministry teams. A graduate degree in ministry from an accredited college or seminary, as well as experience in full-time children or youth ministry, is desirable. Send resume to [email protected] or mail to Second Avenue Baptist Church, 823 E 2nd Avenue, Rome, GA 30161. (Posted 2-23-18)
Illinois
SENIOR PASTOR. First Baptist Church of Peoria, Ill., a mid-size, progressive American Baptist church, is seeking an experienced, ordained minister to provide leadership and vision in support of our mission to minister to our congregation, the community and the world, so all may experience the love and grace of God. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: preaching and leading worship in a dynamic, engaging fashion; providing pastoral care and interpreting the faith; building upon a long tradition of service, focusing on new programs and ideas. Please view our website at www.fbcpeoria.org and links to Facebook and YouTube. Contact Paul Grove via email, [email protected], for questions and more information. (Posted 03.12.18)
Indiana
BI-VOCATIONAL YOUTH PASTOR. Friendship General Baptist Church is a supportive church of 140 to 160 loving individuals. We are currently seeking an energetic, enthusiastic individual to fill our Youth Pastor/Minister position. This rural church has many opportunities for continued growth in both our Children’s ministries and church membership. NFGBC is a compassionate and loving church that blends Classic Hymns with Praise and Worship. All our Children and Youth ministries are staffed with wonderful volunteers. Some higher education is preferred but not required. If you are a person interested in furthering the gospel in and through our children and youth, please contact us at: C/O Part-Time Youth Pastor/Minister, Pastor Spencer Gaines, P.O. Box 338, Lynnville, IN 47619, 812-922-3645, [email protected]. (Posted 2-28-18)
PASTOR. Westport Baptist Church, an American Baptist Church in Westport, Indiana, seeks an energetic pastor to guide them in the next chapter of their ministry. The applicant will show evidence of a servant leader’s heart; have strong and challenging Biblically-based teaching and preaching ability; and be passionate about evangelism and discipleship, while assisting the church in reaching its community with the Good News of Jesus Christ. This is a lively congregation of 85-100 in worship, with a history of long-term pastoral leadership, strong youth programming and community ministry/involvement. A graduate theological degree is desirable, or evidence that one is in process. ABC ordination (or recognition of one’s previous ordination) will be expected. Please send cover letter and resume’ (or ABPS profile) to Rev. Soozi Whitten Ford ([email protected]). Church website: http://www.westportbaptistchurch.org/. (Posted 03.13.18)
Kentucky
ASSOCIATE PASTOR TO YOUTH. First Baptist Church of Corbin, KY, is seeking a full time Associate Pastor to Youth. The Associate Pastor to Youth is a full-time position with benefits. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities: excellent communication skills, proficiency in planning, community orientation, organization, focus on relational ministry, and spiritual maturity. The Associate Pastor to Youth will report to the senior pastor and work alongside the Mnister of Worship to provide spiritual leadership to a growing community of faith. A seminary degree and experience in youth ministry is preferred. Application materials should be sent to [email protected] by May 15, 2018. (Posted 4-2-18)
SENIOR PASTOR. Broadway Baptist Church in Louisville, KY, a longtime CBF affiliate, is seeking a senior pastor to lead our 500+ member congregation into the next generation. Broadway was chartered in 1870, and our next pastor will only be the fourth since 1949. We favor both energetic congregational ministry and active community service. Our worship style is traditional and creative, including an outstanding music program. Broadway long has enjoyed a strong pulpit ministry. A successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in full-time ministry and hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited seminary or divinity school. Cover letters and resumes can be submitted confidentially to pastorsearch@
Massachusetts
ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF SPIRITUAL FORMATION AND OUTREACH. The First Baptist Church, Worcester, MA, is seeking a full-time Associate Pastor of Spiritual Formation and Outreach. Her/his/their central responsibilities will be to provide for the spiritual formation of children and youth and to foster opportunities for the broader congregation to engage in missions locally and more broadly. Candidates should model a meaningful faith, possess organizational and communication skills, and thrive in a collaborative ministry setting. A strong candidate will possess a graduate degree from an accredited seminary, and she/he/they will have experience in one or both areas of ministry. The First Baptist Church of Worcester is a progressive, inclusive, inquisitive congregation. Welcoming & Affirming since 1993, at least 350 people actively participate in the life of the church from many backgrounds, cultures, and lived experiences. A job profile and application instructions can be found here: www.fbc-worc.org/staff-
North Carolina
MINISTER WITH COMMUNITY. Are you a minister with an entrepreneurial spirit, someone with big ideas for how churches can relate to the world around us? Do you have the spirit of an educator to guide us in new directions? Are you passionate about people, with an ability to connect with others from every walk of life, both digitally and in person? Does your love for God’s people guide your interactions with those on the margins? First Baptist Church Raleigh seeks a Minister with Community who will lead & grow our efforts to connect with our neighbors. We experience God through traditional liturgical worship and seek fresh approaches to relating to the community. We’re an urban church located on Capitol Square and draw people from throughout the Triangle. We’re a CBF-affiliated congregation that honors historic Baptist principles and welcomes women as leaders in the pulpit and in the diaconate. Interested? Visit https://fbcraleigh.org/f
MINISTER OF STUDENTS. First Baptist Church of Clayton, NC. The position of Minister of Students is a full-time position reporting directly to the Pastor. The primary responsibility of this position is to be a minister to students and to coordinate the youth ministry program of the church. Student ministries include planning, developing, and implementing programs, activities and events to engage middle school, high school, and college students in Bible study, worship, missions, and fellowship. See full job description at: http://fbcclaytonnc.org/jobpostings.html. If you are interested in applying for this position, send your resume to: Steve Canady, Chairman, Personnel Committee Email: [email protected]. Phone: 919-818-0248. (Posted 2.21.18)
ASSOCIATE MINISTER OF FAMILY LIFE. Emerald Isle Baptist Church, Emerald Isle, NC, is seeking an Associate Minister of Family Life. This full-time position will focus on two broad tasks: (1) developing and implementing ministries that bring Christian value to our church members and (2) assisting the minister in all aspects of pastoral and community care. Emerald Isle Baptist Church, with a full-time membership of 240 along with several hundred seasonal members and visitors, is located in a beach community on the Crystal Coast in western Carteret County, North Carolina. The successful candidate must be licensed/ordained or be a candidate for ordination and hold at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Three years of experience in a church or similar institution is preferred but not required. Inquiries to: Michael Taylor, chair of search committee. [email protected]. (Posted 2.21.18)
TEXAS
ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF ADMINISTRATION AND EDUCATION. Agape Baptist Church, Fort Worth, Texas, is in search of an Associate Pastor of Administration and Education to come alongside us in our journey. This person will gain invaluable experience, be involved with hands-on ministry, and experience the love of an extremely sweet congregation. The ideal candidate will have a pastoral heart, a keen sense of order and organization, a mindful eye to details, and a developmental drive. The Associate Pastor of Administration and Education will serve the church by overseeing and managing the day-to-day functions of the church and by coordinating and developing the educational ministries of the church with a focus on the children’s ministry and the ESL ministry. Visit http://agapebaptist.org/wp-content/uploads/job-description-associate-pastor-of-administration-and-education.pdf for more information and send your resume to Michael Mills ([email protected]). (Posted 4-12-18)
MINISTER TO PRESCHOOL/ CHILDREN. First Baptist Church, Plano, Texas, is seeking a full-time minister to preschool and children. Children’s ministry experience and degree are required. Send resumes to [email protected]. (Posted 3-13-18)
VIRGINIA
ASSOCIATE PASTOR FOR ADULT FAITH FORMATION. River Road Church, Baptist is seeking to call a full-time Associate Pastor for Adult Faith Formation. Responsibilities include leadership of educational offerings (Sunday School, Wednesday night programs, retreats, special studies, etc.), worship planning, and provide support to and coordination of adult mission experiences. Minimum requirements include a M.Div. or equivalent degree and relevant experience leading adults in a church setting. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume (including references) to Daniel Glaze, RRCB pastor, at [email protected]. A job description and more information can be found at www.rrcb.org/apaff-search. Application deadline is June 1, 2018, though applicants are encouraged to apply early as resumes will be considered immediately upon receipt. (Posted 4-16-18)
FULL-TIME SENIOR MINISTER. New Hope Baptist Church, a Southern Baptist congregation in Appomattox, VA, is currently accepting resumes for a full-time senior minister. Graduate of accredited seminary required. Send resumes to [email protected], Attn: Pastor Search Committee. (Posted 3-26-18)
SENIOR PASTOR. McLean Baptist Church is seeking a Senior Pastor to lead our moderate Baptist community of faith. Applicants for the Senior Pastor position should have demonstrated professional and life experiences relevant to the position responsibilities; a M.Div degree or higher; and experience managing ministerial and administrative staff. The most important responsibilities of our Senior Pastor are preparing and preaching inspiring sermons; planning and leading meaningful worship experiences; leading and managing ministerial and support staff of 5 people as an effective team; supporting the spiritual development of our congregation; leading our pastoral care ministry; supporting our outreach efforts; supporting our local and global missions efforts; and working cooperatively with lay leadership to set priorities for achieving the mission and vision of the church. Compensation commensurate with experience. The current salary range is $115,000-135,000. The full job description, submission instructions, and information about MBC can be found at www.mcleanbaptist.org/pastorsearch.html. Deadline: May 1, 2018. (Posted 3-13-18)
ADJUNCT PROFESSOR/BIBLICAL STUDIES. The John Leland Center for Theological Studies, Arlington, VA is seeking qualified individuals for the undergraduate Adjunct Faculty in the area of Biblical Studies. Applicants possessing a doctorate degree (or ThM at minimum) who sense a calling to teach in a seminary context may submit a cover letter and a current CV (with the names and contact information of three references) to Gareth Murray ([email protected]). The John Leland Center is an ATS accredited institution and a proud member of the Washington Theological Consortium. Leland is a broadly evangelical, pan-Baptist institution whose students and faculty have ties to a wide array of denominations and churches. Our Mission: Equipping transformational leaders for the global ministry of Jesus Christ. www.leland.edu. (Posted 3-12-18)
YOUTH PASTOR. First Baptist Church of Middletown, VA, is seeking a part-time Youth Pastor to minister to our young people (grades 6 – 12) and our church families. The church is seeking a young man with a passion to connect with kids of all ages and their families, leading them in Biblical teaching while providing leadership and direction to the overall ministry. Highly desirable is a person who is also able to lead in a Contemporary Worship Service as Worship Leader. This is a part-time position and is designed to be a flexible complement to a candidate’s other areas of work/school/ministry. Housing is available free of charge while transitioning to the area. Requirements: Strong Christian faith characterized by the consistent study of God’s Word, dedication to prayer and a righteous lifestyle; Ability to connect the truths of God’s Word to the reality of students’ lives; Education and/or experience consistent with the position; Strong leadership capabilities and ability to command attention and respect from students and workers; Energetic, positive, and encouraging attitude; Compensation will be based on education and experience. Contact: Pastor Mike Blitch, [email protected], 540-664-1541, First Baptist Church, 2425 First Street, Middletown, VA 22645. www.fbc4u.com. (Posted 3-6-18)
FULL-TIME PASTOR. Four Mile Creek Baptist Church, Henrico, VA, is seeking the full-time pastor that God has prepared for our church. Our church, constituted in 1781, is located approximately 10 miles east of Richmond, Virginia on historic Route 5. We affirm the 2000 Baptist Faith and Message and support both men and women in leadership positions. We are seeking a visionary leader who is excited about his calling; exhibits interpersonal skills described in I Corinthians 13:4-7; is a dynamic and energetic disciple builder; mission minded; possesses strong preaching and leadership skills; and a shepherd who is vigilant in maintaining contact with all church members. Our church is community minded and actively involved in missions and ready to move forward to reach young families. The pastor, staff and church members, working together, will strive to be effective witnesses to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ in our community. Please send all résumés to [email protected]. (Posted 2-28-18)