Lead Pastor

First Baptist Church Clinton; Clinton (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

First Baptist Church Clinton, Mississippi, is seeking a Lead Pastor to shepherd our multi-generational congregation and guide us into the next season of ministry.

We value a pastor who models faith, prayer, humility, integrity and spiritual maturity, and who preaches faithfully, equips the church, and leads our staff with vision. Our priorities include following Christ, shepherding people, proclaiming the gospel, and leading well through collaborative ministry.

Qualifications

• Biblical qualifications and mature faith.
• Strong prayer life and integrity.
• Humility and spiritual maturity.

Responsibilities

• Shepherd congregation with heart and purpose.
• Lead and develop staff with vision and accountability.
• Preach the Word faithfully and clearly.
• Foster collaborative, ministry-driven leadership.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Biblical preaching

Prayerful faith

Humility

Integrity

Spiritual maturity

Job description

Lead Pastor- First Baptist Church, Clinton, Mississippi

First Baptist Church of Clinton is prayerfully seeking a Lead Pastor to shepherd our congregation and lead us into the next season of ministry.

Mission: "Reaching and equipping the generations to become fully devoted followers of Christ."

We are a multi-generational church with a deep love for Christ, His Word, and one another. We are blessed with a talented, committed staff and vibrant ministries serving children, youth, college students, adults, and senior adults, including a growing recovery ministry.

Our priorities in this search include:

Follow Christ - Lead from a Life of Faith

A genuine, growing relationship with Jesus Christ, reflecting biblical pastoral qualifications, faith, prayer, humility, integrity, and spiritual maturity.

Shepherd People - Pastor with Heart and Purpose

A biblical shepherd who knows, loves, prays for, encourages, protects, and guides God's people with humility, compassion, wisdom, and a servant's heart.

Preach the Word - Proclaim Truth Faithfully

A gifted, faithful biblical preacher committed to scripture who communicates God's word clearly, points people to Christ, encourages spiritual maturity, and proclaims the gospel.

Lead Well - Equip People and Empower Ministry

A collaborative leader who leads our talented staff with vision, encouragement, accountability, and trust while developing others' gifts.

Follow Christ. Shepherd People. Preach the Word. Lead Well.