Pastor Mount Tabor Baptist Church

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Virginia (MN); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary is seeking a Pastor for Mount Tabor Baptist Church in Virginia. The ideal candidate will lead the congregation in preaching and spiritual growth, affirming the values of the Southern Baptist Convention. Required qualifications include a Seminary degree, ordination, and experience in pastoral roles. Compensation will be commensurate with experience, with a negotiable benefits package. This position is an opportunity to engage in a supportive community focused on missions and biblical preaching.

Qualificações

• Must demonstrate a clear calling to pastoral ministry.
• Must affirm the authority and infallibility of Scripture.
• 1-5 years’ experience serving as a pastor or in a church-ministry role is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Preach and teach the Word of God on Sundays and Wednesdays.
• Provide spiritual leadership and build relationships within the congregation.
• Organize ministry activities with ministry leaders.

Conhecimentos

Preaching

Leadership

Relationship-building

Counseling

Formação académica

Seminary degree

Ordained

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Summary

Mount Tabor Baptist Church is a small mission-focused congregation located in the rural community of Keeling, Virginia, within Pittsylvania County and centrally situated between Danville and South Boston. The church is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention of Virginia and maintains a strong commitment to missions, biblical preaching, and community engagement. Average attendance is approximately 40 for weekly worship services and 22 for Sunday School. The Pastor will be responsible for the spiritual leadership of the congregation through preaching, relationship-building, and effective pastoral leadership.

Church and Community

Keeling, Virginia offers a peaceful, rural lifestyle marked by a strong sense of community and a high level of affordability. Mount Tabor Baptist Church values fellowship, outreach, and meaningful involvement in both local and global missions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Preach and teach the Word of God faithfully, affirming the belief that the Bible is the infallible Word of God on Sunday morning and Wednesday Prayer/Bible Study
• Schedule pastoral guest speakers when on vacation or strategically for special emphasis.
• Provide intercessory prayer.
• Visit members in the hospital and nursing homes.
• Visit members or prospects at home or over a meal.
• Provide spiritual leadership that encourages growth in faith, fellowship, and outreach.
• Build strong and caring relationships within the congregation and broader community.
• Plan and organize ministry activities with ministry leaders. (WMU & MFG).
• Provide pastoral care, counseling, and guidance to members of the congregation.
• Work collaboratively with church leadership to support the overall vision and ministries of the church.

Qualifications and Expectations

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a clear calling to pastoral ministry and alignment with the Southern Baptist Convention of Virginia’s beliefs and practices. Agreement with Baptist Faith and Message 2000 is required. Candidates must affirm the authority and infallibility of Scripture and possess strong skills in preaching, leadership, and relationship-building. Must bear witness to a clear testimony of conversion, evidence of the fruit of the Spirit, and a commitment to personal and spiritual growth. Should be ordained and have a Seminary degree. 1-5 years’ experience serving a congregation as a pastor or in a church-ministry role is preferred.

Compensation Package

Salary will be commensurate with experience. A benefits package may be subject to negotiation, including assistance with relocation costs.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. Responsibilities may be adjusted as needed in consultation with church leadership.