Senior Pastor

Georgia Baptist Mission Board; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethsaida Baptist Church in Dublin, Georgia, seeks a full-time Senior Pastor to shepherd the church under Christ and Scripture. The pastor will lead with a Christ-centered vision and work with deacons, staff, and ministry leaders to foster discipleship and community outreach.

The ideal candidate has a master's degree in divinity or theology and 5+ years of senior pastoral experience in a Southern Baptist context, with licensing and ordination encouraged.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in divinity or theology required or preferred.
• 5+ years senior pastoral experience in a Southern Baptist church preferred.
• Licensed and ordained Southern Baptist ministers encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide Christ-centered leadership and vision for the church.
• Preach expository, doctrinally sound sermons rooted in Scripture.
• Equip deacons, staff, and ministry leaders for discipleship and outreach.
• Lead with humility and a servant’s heart toward the church family.

Skills

Expository preaching

Doctrinal preaching

Gospel-centered leadership

Humility and servant leadership

Education

Master's degree in Divinity or Theology

5+ years senior pastoral experience

Job description

Overview

Bethsaida Baptist Church, in Dublin, Georgia, is prayerfully seeking a full-time Senior Pastor to serve as the spiritual shepherd of our church family, leading under the lordship of Christ and in accordance with Scripture.

Responsibilities

• A passion for expository, doctrinally sound preaching rooted in Scripture
• Commitment to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000
• Gift and vision for leading a congregation toward gospel-centered growth, discipleship, and meaningful community outreach
• Humility, a servant’s heart, and genuine love for Christ’s church

The Senior Pastor will provide Christ-centered leadership and vision for the church, equipping and working alongside deacons, staff, and ministry leaders as he shepherds the congregation with faithfulness, humility, and a servant’s heart.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in divinity or theology and 5+ years of senior pastoral experience in a Southern Baptist church are preferred.
• Licensed and ordained Southern Baptist ministers are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

For additional information and detailed instructions for submitting your résumé, theology statement, and references, please visit our church website at www.bethsaidabaptistchurch.org/pastoral-candidate-information.html