Senior Pastor

Theta Baptist Church; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Theta Baptist Church in Middle Tennessee is seeking a Senior Pastor to faithfully preach and teach God's Word, shepherd the congregation, and lead ministries in service to the Gospel.

We desire a man committed to a long-term vocation for the church, with a willingness to consider bivocational arrangements, and a passion for sound doctrine, spiritual maturity, and pastoral care.

Qualifications

• Must meet biblical qualifications for pastoral ministry per 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
• Agree with Theta Baptist Church's Statement of Faith and explain any doctrinal differences.
• Strong prior pastoral experience and a commitment to verse-by-verse expository preaching.

Responsibilities

• Preaching, teaching, and worship: verse-by-verse expository preaching and teaching during worship services.
• Pastoral care: shepherding the congregation, spiritual counsel, and visitation.
• Church leadership: oversee ministries, elders, and church discipline according to bylaws.
• Evangelism and missions: lead outreach locally and support missionary relationships.

Skills

Expository preaching

Pastoral leadership

Discipleship

Bible doctrine

Job description

Theta Baptist Church is a small, historic Baptist church located in Middle Tennessee. We are seeking a Senior Pastor committed to faithfully preaching and teaching God's Word, shepherding the congregation, and leading the church in fulfilling its mission of glorifying God and proclaiming the Gospel.

We are looking for a man who desires to make a long-term commitment to the church and become an active part of the life of the congregation. Our preference is for a fully vocational pastor, but we are open to a bivocational arrangement.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Preaching, Teaching, and Worship

• Provide faithful, verse-by-verse expository preaching and teaching of God's Word during regular worship services.
• Lead the congregation in prayer, worship, and the administration of the ordinances.
• Promote spiritual growth through biblical teaching and discipleship.

Pastoral Care

• Shepherd the congregation and develop personal relationships with members and families.
• Work alongside church leadership and members to care for the sick, elderly, and those facing difficult circumstances.
• Provide biblical counseling, prayer, encouragement, and spiritual guidance.
• Be available and accessible to the congregation.
• Conduct weddings, funerals, and baptisms, including related pastoral counseling.

Church Leadership

• Serve as Senior Pastor in accordance with the church's bylaws and elder-led structure.
• Work with church leadership to provide spiritual direction and oversee the ministries and general affairs of the church.
• Encourage members to use their gifts in service to the church and one another.
• Help identify, develop, and train future elders, deacons, teachers, and other church leaders.
• Promote Christian education, discipleship, fellowship, and unity within the congregation.

Evangelism and Missions

• Lead and encourage evangelism and outreach within the local community.
• Help the church identify biblically faithful missions efforts and organizations to support, both at home and abroad.
• Help the church foster ongoing relationships with missionaries, missions organizations, and like-minded churches, both locally and internationally.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must meet the biblical qualifications for pastoral ministry outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.

Applicants should be in broad agreement with the Statement of Faith of Theta Baptist Church (https://thetabaptist.org/our-beliefs/). We ask that applicants identify any and all areas of disagreement and explain their positions and how they differ from ours. Disagreements are not necessarily disqualifying, but we want to understand the nature and significance of any doctrinal differences.

We strongly desire a pastor with previous pastoral experience and a commitment to faithful, verse-by-verse expository preaching. We place a high priority on sound doctrine, spiritual maturity, personal integrity, and a genuine desire to shepherd God's people.

We are looking for a man who values hard work and takes seriously the responsibilities of pastoral ministry. He should be diligent in his service to the church, committed to careful study of God's Word, and dedicated to preparing thoughtful, well-studied sermons.

Our desire is to find a pastor who will faithfully serve alongside the congregation, invest in its people, and help lead the church in worship, discipleship, evangelism, and missions for years to come.