Lead Pastor Fellowship Baptist Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Fellowship Baptist Church in Winamac, IN is looking for a Senior/Lead Pastor to shepherd the congregation through preaching, discipleship, and visionary leadership. The church, rooted in a Baptist heritage, values expositional preaching and active community involvement.

The ideal candidate will have 5–10 years of pastoral experience, be a faithful Scripture expositor, and demonstrate the ability to lead in a rural context. A competitive compensation package will be offered based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experienced in pastoral ministry with a preference for assistant/associate roles.
• A faithful expositor of Scripture.
• Demonstrates spiritual maturity and a shepherd’s heart.
• Commitment to discipleship and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach God’s Word clearly.
• Equip members for ministry work.
• Provide vision and direction in partnership with elders.
• Engage the local community and encourage outreach.

Skills

Pastoral ministry experience (5–10 years)

Strong communication skills

Spiritual maturity and humility

Leadership development

Vision casting

Rural ministry effectiveness

Job description

Pastor Search – Fellowship Baptist Church, Winamac, IN

Position: Senior/Lead Pastor

Overview

Fellowship Baptist Church (FBC) is seeking a Pastor to shepherd our congregation through faithful preaching of God’s Word, intentional discipleship, and visionary leadership. The Pastor will partner with the elders to strengthen the church and expand its gospel impact in the surrounding community.

Who We Are

FBC is a Bible-centered church with a Baptist heritage, committed to elder-led leadership with congregational involvement. We value expositional preaching, a blended worship style (modern songs and traditional hymns), and a strong sense of community.

We are located in a rural region of Northern Indiana, serving a hardworking and relationally connected population.

Who We Are Seeking

• Have 5–10 years of pastoral ministry experience (assistant/associate preferred)
• Be a faithful expositor of Scripture with strong communication skills
• Demonstrate spiritual maturity, humility, and a shepherd’s heart
• Be committed to discipleship and leadership development
• Have the ability to cast vision and lead with clarity and follow-through
• Appreciate and effectively minister in a rural, small-church context

Key Responsibilities

• Preach and teach God’s Word with clarity and conviction
• Equip members for the work of ministry
• Provide vision and direction in partnership with the elders
• Develop leaders and strengthen church ministries
• Engage the local community and encourage outreach

Church Strengths

• Debt‑free facility with room for growth
• Faithful and committed core congregation
• Willingness to follow and support godly leadership
• Strategic location between Indianapolis and Chicago
• A church that is honest about its past and hopeful about its future

Challenges

• Small‑town setting (population approx. 3,000)
• Rebuilding momentum after a difficult pastoral transition
• An aging congregation with a need to reach younger families
• Expanding connections within the community

Compensation

A competitive compensation package will be offered based on experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

1. Prayerfully consider this opportunity and seek the Lord’s guidance
2. Submit a résumé, including personal testimony, ministry experience and strengths, identified areas of personal and professional growth, and 2‑3 references
3. Provide links or recordings of 3–4 recent sermons (within the past 6–9 months)
4. Selected candidates may be asked to complete an application and will participate in an initial interview via Zoom with members of the search committee

Our Desire

We are seeking a pastor who will lead with humility, conviction, and vision as we pursue Christ together and grow in our gospel witness.