Lead Pastor | Parkes Baptist Church

Queensland Baptists; Parkes; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkes Baptist Church in Parkes, NSW, is seeking a Lead Pastor who faithfully teaches God’s Word, shepherds the congregation, and leads the church into its next season of gospel ministry. The role focuses on ministry leadership, prayer, and faithful expository preaching within a friendly regional context.

The ideal candidate will value discipleship, team ministry, and mission, and will engage with ministries across all ages to strengthen faith and outreach in Central Western NSW.

Qualifications

• Must love Jesus and His church.
• Preaches the Bible faithfully and clearly.
• Values discipleship and team ministry.
• Equips and develops leaders.
• Has a heart for evangelism and mission.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Biblical teaching

Discipleship

Church governance

Evangelism

Job description

Parkes Baptist Church is a warm, evangelical, multigenerational church in the growing regional town of Parkes, NSW.

Our purpose is simple:

Know Christ. Grow in Christ. Go Share Christ.

We are seeking a Lead Pastor who will faithfully teach God’s Word, shepherd people well, and help lead our church into its next season of healthy gospel ministry.

We are a church seeking to:

Strengthening people in Christ, equipping disciples and leaders, and sending people into mission locally and beyond.

Parkes Baptist Church has active ministries across all ages, including children, youth, connect groups, pastoral care, schools ministry, Sunday services and community outreach.

We are supported by committed volunteer leaders and a culture of service and relationships.

We are looking for a lead pastor who:

• loves Jesus and His church,
• preaches the Bible faithfully and clearly,
• values discipleship and team ministry,
• equips and develops leaders, and
• has a heart for evangelism and mission.

Parkes offers an excellent regional lifestyle, affordable living, great schools, and significant ministry opportunity in Central Western NSW.

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