Pastor Grace Baptist Church

Ministrylist; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks paid vacation

Expenses for conferences

Moving expenses covered

Job summary

Ministrylist is seeking a Senior Pastor to lead Grace Baptist Church in Decatur, IL. The ideal candidate will lead the congregation in fulfilling the great commission while providing spiritual guidance and oversight. Responsibilities include preaching, teaching, and community outreach.

The Pastor must possess strong leadership skills and hold a degree in Christian Ministry or Bible theology. The role includes an annual salary of $55,000 and three weeks of paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Must be ordained.
• Proven leadership and communication skills required.
• Commitment to the great commission essential.
• Basic computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver biblically sound, Christ-centered sermons.
• Provide spiritual leadership and oversight to the congregation.
• Work alongside Elders in setting vision and direction.
• Lead the church in evangelism and community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teaching

Counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Christian Ministry and/or Bible theology

Job description

Grace Baptist Church (Decatur, IL) – Pastor

The Big Picture

Grace Baptist Church https://gbcdecatur.com is seeking a Senior Pastor to lead and guide our congregation in fulfilling the great commission in reaching this community with the Gospel and supporting missions abroad. Our church is a non-traditional independent Baptist church. We are an Elder led church in which the Senior Pastor is the lead Elder. We are a loving church that values discipleship, outreach, and community involvement. We are not a KJV only church. We are not a rules oriented church. Our attendance runs around 75 currently.

Responsibilities

• Preaching and Teaching:
  • Prepare and deliver biblically sound, Christ-centered sermons.
  • Teach and defend sound doctrine.
  • Lead in the administration of the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
  • Encourage spiritual growth through discipleship and Bible study.
• Shepherding and Pastoral Care:
  • Provide spiritual leadership and oversight to the congregation.
  • Visit and minister to the sick, grieving, and homebound.
  • Offer biblical counseling and guidance.
  • Pray regularly for the church family.
• Leadership and Administration:
  • Work alongside Elders in setting vision and direction.
  • Lead, supervise, and encourage church staff and ministry leaders.
  • Support church ministries, outreach efforts, and missions.
  • Promote unity, fellowship, and spiritual health within the church.
• Community Outreach:
  • Lead the church in evangelism and community engagement.
  • Represent Grace Baptist Church within the local community.
  • Encourage members to share their faith and serve others.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Christian Ministry and/or Bible theology
• Ordained
• Proven leadership and communications skills
• Commitment to the great commission
• Love for the Lord and love for His people
• Basic computer skills

Compensation and Benefits

• $55,000 Annual Salary
• Three week paid vacation
• No health care plan or parsonage available. Will provide moving expenses. Will provide expenses to attend conferences that will benefit both the Pastor and the church. Will consider paying for additional schooling that, again, will benefit the Pastor and the church.