Pastor

SBC Executive Committee; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation after 6 months

Housing allowance subsumed in salary

Job summary

The SBC Executive Committee is seeking a Pastor to provide spiritual leadership, vision, and care to the congregation in Virginia, Minnesota. Responsibilities include preaching, teaching Scripture, and collaborating with ministry leaders.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Biblical studies, ordained by a Baptist church, with at least 3 years of pastoral experience. The role offers a salary of $60,000 to $70,000, and a 2-week vacation after 6 months.

Qualifications

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and ordained by a Baptist church.
• Minimum 3 years of pastoral experience.
• Committed to preaching expository sermons.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ministry leaders to set goals and strategies.
• Preach and teach Scripture during weekly gatherings.
• Provide pastoral counseling to members in need.

Skills

Leadership in ministry

Preaching and teaching

Evangelism and outreach

Pastoral counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biblical studies or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

The Pastor will provide spiritual leadership, vision, and pastoral care to the congregation, while advising volunteer ministry staff (Discipleship, Music, Sunday School and Student Ministry) and guiding the church through its role in building His Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ministry leaders and deacons to set ministry goals and strategies.
• Preach and teach Scripture with clarity, relevance, and conviction—Sunday morning worship and other weekly gatherings (Sunday evening Bible studies and/or Wednesday prayer meetings).
• Practice evangelism and outreach personally and via attendance of HopeWELL events and functions.
• Enable and encourage ministry leaders and members at large to grow in their faith (including attendance/support of HopeWELL committee and business meetings).
• Provide pastoral counseling and visitation (along with deacons) to members in need.

Qualifications

• A personal, growing relationship with Jesus Christ and ordained by a Baptist church to serve as pastor.
• Agreement with The Baptist Faith and Message (a Southern Baptist background, affiliation, or education preferred).
• Bachelor’s degree in Biblical studies or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of pastoral experience and 5 years experience of preaching or growing a specific ministry.
• Committed to preaching expository sermons by exegeting the Scriptures and allowing the Spirit to guide in the relevant application to the congregation.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience and education ($60,000 – $70,000).

Paid 2-week vacation after 6 months of service.

Housing allowance subsumed in salary—annually designated/approved. No parsonage available.

No health insurance or retirement plan separately funded.

Limited ministry-related expenses negotiable.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter, and two sermon samples (audio or video) to [e-mail].

Application Deadline: August 1, 2026.