Our small non-affiliated Baptist Church in the Lake Erie Pennsylvania town of North East is seeking a pastor who is a gifted preacher/teacher with leadership skills conducive to growth and discipleship.
Job Description
Education
• Prefer graduate degree from theological seminary
• Would consider a candidate with bachelor’s degree in a related field with experience
Experience
• Prefer experience as a senior or associate/assistant pastor
Leadership
• Solution oriented
• Visionary with enthusiasm for church revitalization and the commitment to implement necessary change
• Ableto minister to all ages
• Able to equip leaders of ministry teams and their members to fulfill responsibilities withaccountability
Pastoral Style
• Relational
• Affirmational
Communication
• Expository preaching and teaching
• Regular and open communication with church staff and Elders
• Effective and productive interaction with ministry teams
• Periodic contact with individual church members as necessary
Pastoral Expectations
• As outlined in the First Baptist Church Constitution and By-laws (Bylaw 3•402)
• Adherence to and agreement with Statement of Faith (Article II)