Lead Pastor: Visionary Shepherd & Discipleship Leader

SBC Executive Committee; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Westside Baptist Church in Murray, KY seeks a Lead Pastor to shepherd a Christ-centered congregation, preach the Word, and cast vision for discipleship, worship, and global missions. The role requires a Master’s degree (MDiv preferred) and at least five years of ministry experience, with a heart for hospitality, mentoring staff, and mobilizing volunteers.

The Lead Pastor will collaborate with staff and ministry teams to align ministries with the church’s mission and values while engaging the

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree required; MDiv preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of ministry experience.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach biblical truths with clarity and passion.
• Provide shepherding care and spiritual guidance to the congregation.
• Develop and empower staff and lay leaders for gospel-centered ministry.
• Lead evangelism, missions, and disciple-making initiatives across the church.

Skills

Min 5 years ministry experience

Pastoral leadership

Church leadership

Education

MDiv

Job description

Westside Baptist Church in Murray, KY seeks a Lead Pastor to shepherd a Christ-centered congregation, preach the Word, and cast vision for discipleship, worship, and global missions. The role requires a Master’s degree (MDiv preferred) and at least five years of ministry experience, with a heart for hospitality, mentoring staff, and mobilizing volunteers.

The Lead Pastor will collaborate with staff and ministry teams to align ministries with the church’s mission and values while engaging the