Senior Pastor

Kerang Baptist Church; Kerang; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Manse with study

Pastoral supervision

Professional development

Job summary

Kerang Baptist Church in northern Victoria is seeking a Spirit-led, Bible-centred Senior Pastor to guide our church into its next season of ministry. You will preach and teach God’s Word with clarity, conviction, and relevance, leading our congregation in gospel-centered worship, discipleship, and mission.

Situated in a welcoming regional community, we value Scripture, prayer, and community engagement. The role invites collaborative leadership with Elders and ministry teams, mentorship of

Qualifications

• Recognised theological qualification or equivalent experience.
• Accredited with Baptist Union of Victoria or eligible.
• At least 5 years pastoral or senior ministry experience.
• Ordination or willingness to pursue ordination.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach God’s Word with clarity, conviction, and relevance.
• Lead others into mature discipleship and gospel-centered ministry.
• Equip, mentor, and develop emerging leaders and ministry teams.
• Shepherd the church with compassion across generations.
• Lead with humility, wisdom, and a servant-hearted spirit.
• Encourage evangelism and community engagement.
• Collaborate with Elders and ministry leaders.
• Strengthen prayer, discipleship, and healthy Christian families.

Skills

Preaching

Teaching

Leadership

Discipleship

Mentoring

Pastoral care

Collaboration

Prayer

Education

Theological qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Seeking a Spirit-led, Bible-centred Senior Pastor to guide our church into its next season of ministry, to preach and teach God’s Word with clarity, conviction, and relevance......

A call to lead a gospel ministry

Kerang Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a Spirit-led, Bible-centred Senior Pastor to guide our church into its next season of ministry.

Situated in the heart of northern Victoria, Kerang is a welcoming regional community where families, farming, education, and community life come together. Since 1877, our church has faithfully served this district with a commitment to biblical teaching, genuine fellowship, spiritual growth, and gospel mission.

We are an evangelical Baptist church devoted to Scripture, prayer, discipleship, mission, and community engagement.

We are seeking a pastor who will:

• Preach and teach God’s Word with clarity, conviction, and relevance
• Love Jesus deeply and lead others into mature discipleship
• Equip, mentor, and develop emerging leaders and ministry teams
• Shepherd the church with compassion across all generations
• Lead with humility, wisdom, and a servant-hearted spirit
• Encourage evangelism and meaningful community engagement
• Work collaboratively with Elders and ministry leaders
• Strengthen prayer, discipleship, and healthy Christian families

Applicants should ideally:

• Hold a recognised theological qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Be accredited with the Baptist Union of Victoria (or eligible)
• Have at least 5 years’ pastoral or senior ministry experience
• Be ordained or willing to pursue ordination

What we offer:

• A supportive, prayerful, and engaged church family
• A renovated four-bedroom manse with study adjacent to the church
• Remuneration in accordance with Baptist Union of Victoria guidelines
• Ongoing pastoral supervision and professional development
• The opportunity for significant gospel impact in a regional community