Pastor

Southern Baptist Convention of Virginia; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Baptist Convention of Virginia seeks a compassionate pastor to lead our small, close-knit congregation in Petersburg, VA. The role emphasizes biblical teaching, pastoral care, and vision casting for outreach in the tri-city area.

You will oversee worship, oversee Bible study groups for all ages, and provide spiritual leadership alongside ordained ministers. The church values gospel-centered preaching and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a church and guiding a congregation.
• Ability to teach and interpret scripture clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shepherd the congregation, delivering sermons weekly.
• Oversee Bible study groups and church activities.
• Provide pastoral care and community outreach to neighbors.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Biblical teaching

Community outreach

Job description

Overview

Second Chance Baptist Church commenced operations in 2009, established by a group committed to fostering a church dedicated to serving God and others while nurturing relationships with the Lord and one another. The mission statement articulates that "Second Chance Baptist Church exists to love God, love people, and make disciples" (Matthew 22:37-39, Matthew 28:19-20). The church holds the belief that God is the Creator and Ruler of the universe, eternally existing in three persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. It is affirmed that Jesus, the Son of God, lived on earth, was crucified, buried, and resurrected on the third day to demonstrate His dominion over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven and is anticipated to return as King of kings to redeem His church. The Holy Spirit is acknowledged as present in the world, residing within every Christian, providing divine power for living, facilitating understanding of the Bible, and guiding righteous conduct. The church maintains that the Bible is the inerrant Word of God, authored through the Holy Spirit by human hands.

Location and Affiliation

The church building is situated at 2701 County Drive (460 East) in Petersburg, Virginia, approximately 30 minutes south of Richmond, Virginia. It is conveniently located near I-95 and I-295 within the tri-cities area, encompassing Petersburg, Hopewell, and Colonial Heights. The church is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention and the Southern Baptist Conservatives of Virginia (SBCV).

Congregation and Activities

The congregation is modest in size, comprising approximately 50 members, with age diversity ranging from 1 to 91 years. The church offers Bible study groups for children, teens, and adults on Sunday mornings, Wednesday afternoons, and evenings, as well as Friday nights. The Sunday worship service is structured to include both traditional and contemporary music, scripture readings, prayers, and sermons delivered by ordained ministers.

Practices and Outreach

The church observes the Lord’s Supper monthly and conducts baptisms by immersion for individuals who accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior. There is a concerted effort to engage individuals from the surrounding neighborhood and broader communities to foster salvation and spiritual growth. The membership is distributed across the tri-city area and extends to more distant communities.

We are currently searching for a Pastor to lead our congregation.