Pastor

THE FELLOWSHIP OF INDEPENDENT EVANGELICAL CHURCHES; Saltford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Saltford Community Church in the tranquil village of Saltford between Bristol and Bath seeks an experienced Pastor with a gospel-focused heart to lead us into our next chapter of ministry. The role calls for faithful teaching, pastoral care, and working with our elders to guide the church in mission.

The successful candidate will affirm our 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith and serve as a shepherd to a diverse, intergenerational fellowship eager to grow in faith and service.

Qualifications

• Must meet Biblical eldership qualifications (1 Timothy 3, Titus 1)
• Strong preaching and teaching ability
• Pastoral care and leadership experience

Responsibilities

• Preaching & Teaching: Faithfully opening and applying God's Word to feed and ground the church.
• Pastoral Care: Shepherding the flock with warmth, compassion, and wisdom.
• Leadership: Serving as an integral part of our office bearers' team to discern God's guidance for our church.
• Equipping the Saints: Encouraging and equipping church members to exercise their gifts in ministry and evangelism.

Job description

Pastor

Saltford Community Church

Are you a passionate, Gospel-focused leader with a shepherd's heart? Saltford Community Church is a loving, committed, intergenerational fellowship seeking an experienced Pastor to lead us into our next chapter of ministry. Nestled in the expanding village of Saltford-right between the vibrant cities of Bristol and Bath-our community is ripe for the Good News, and our desire to share the Gospel is as urgent as ever.

About Us

We are a warm hearted and close church family blessed with a modern, purpose-built building that serves as a hub for our local community, with much potential. Each week, our doors are open for:

• Vibrant Sunday morning and evening worship services, along with Sunday School Midweek Bible studies and prayer gatherings.
• Community outreach, including a thriving Toddlers group, regular coffee mornings, and a monthly lunch club Though small in number, our membership is deeply committed, offering a rich variety of gifts, ages, and a shared passion for glorifying God. Who We Are Looking For We are seeking a faithful man of God who meets the Biblical qualifications for eldership (1 Timothy 3, Titus 1) to join us in loving, serving, and equipping our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preaching & Teaching: Faithfully opening and applying God's Word to feed and ground the church.
• Pastoral Care: Shepherding the flock with warmth, compassion, and wisdom.
• Leadership: Serving as an integral part of our office bearers' team to discern God's guidance for our church.
• Equipping the Saints: Encouraging and equipping church members to exercise their gifts in ministry and evangelism.

Theological Convictions Our new Pastor will joyfully affirm our Basis of Faith. We hold firmly to the 1689 Baptist Confession of Faith, biblical creationism, and a cessationist position regarding sign gifts, however we believe in the vital role of the Holy Spirit in bringing souls to Christ, sanctifying believers, and helping in us our daily lives.

Genuine Occupational Requirement: In line with our theological convictions, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement under the Equality Act 2010 that this role is reserved for a male Christian.