Senior Pastor

Chemistry Staffing; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits upon request

Job summary

First Baptist Church of Mattoon, IL seeks a Senior Pastor to provide spiritual leadership, biblical preaching, pastoral care, and vision for a multigenerational congregation.

The ideal candidate will lead with wisdom, shepherd the flock, and collaborate with the Church Council to advance a blended worship and ministry strategy. Compensation reflects experience and church needs.

Qualifications

• Biblically faithful preaching and teaching.
• Pastoral care, counseling, and encouragement.
• Vision casting and strategic leadership for multi-generational congregation.
• Staff leadership and team development.
• Community outreach, evangelism, and discipleship.
• Strong communication and relational skills; administrative competency.

Responsibilities

• Preaching and teaching sermons that are biblically faithful and Christ-centered.
• Provide ongoing pastoral care, counseling, and support to congregants.
• Lead church in mission, vision, and leadership development across ministries.
• Set ministry priorities, evaluate programs, and pursue growth opportunities.
• Provide direction and accountability for pastoral and staff teams.

Skills

Biblical preaching

Pastoral care

Vision casting

Staff leadership

Community outreach

Communication

Administrative leadership

Technology & social media

Job description

First Baptist Church of Mattoon, IL, is seeking a Senior Pastor to provide spiritual leadership, biblical preaching, pastoral care, and vision for a multigenerational congregation. Founded in 1863, the church is experiencing fresh momentum, with nearly 400 in weekly worship, growing participation from young families, and an increase in baptisms.

Guided by its mission to “Come. Grow. Go.”, the church is committed to reaching Mattoon and beyond with the gospel of Jesus Christ. First Baptist Church is debt‑free, operates with an annual budget of $775,381, and offers two weekend services with a blended worship style. Its modern campus includes the new Kids Kingdom indoor play space.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preaching & Teaching: Deliver biblically faithful, Christ-centered sermons and teaching that encourages spiritual growth and discipleship.
• Pastoral Care: Provide prayer, counsel, encouragement, and care during illness, grief, hospitalization, and other significant life circumstances.
• Spiritual Leadership: Lead the church in its mission and vision while fostering prayer, worship, evangelism, discipleship, and service.
• Vision & Leadership Development: Establish ministry priorities and goals, evaluate ministries, and identify opportunities for outreach and growth.
• Staff Leadership: Provide direction, encouragement, accountability, and evaluation for pastoral and ministry staff.
• Equipping the Church: Help members use their spiritual gifts and develop future ministry leaders.
• Pastoral Responsibilities: Conduct weddings, funerals, baptisms, communion, and other pastoral functions.

The Senior Pastor will work collaboratively within the church’s governance structure and report to the Church Council.

The Ideal Candidate

• Biblically faithful preaching and teaching
• Pastoral care and counseling
• Vision casting and strategic leadership
• Staff leadership and team building
• Community outreach, evangelism, and discipleship
• Strong communication and relational skillsAdministrative competency and collaborative leadership
• Comfort with modern technology and social media, or a willingness to learn

The church desires someone who is honest, trustworthy, approachable, and engaging – a people person who relates well across generations, leads with wisdom, and has a healthy sense of humor.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $80,000–$105,000 (Final salary will be determined based on experience, education, qualifications, and overall fit for the position. Benefits provided upon request.)