Senior Pastor — Biblical Teaching & Community Shepherd

Lancastersearch; Roundup (MT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Emmanuel Baptist Church in Roundup, MT seeks a Spirit-led Senior Pastor who loves God, loves people, and faithfully teaches God’s Word. The pastor will shepherd the church, preach biblical truth, disciple believers, and lead outreach locally and globally.

The role emphasizes humility, servant leadership, and a life of prayer, guiding a small-town congregation toward renewal and mission. Qualified candidates will articulate a biblical calling, demonstrate relational leadership, and be committed

Qualifications

• A vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ with strong biblical convictions.
• Humility, servant leadership, integrity, honesty, and transparency.
• A prayerful dependence upon God and a clear calling to pastoral ministry.
• A shepherd before an administrator — relational, people-oriented, compassionate, and caring.
• A strong communicator and teacher who is outreach-minded and mission-focused.
• Able to work collaboratively with church leadership and volunteers.
• A lifelong learner who pursues educational opportunities.
• Appreciates small-town and rural Montana life.
• Values family, community, and local relationships.
• Desires to become part of the church family and community.

Responsibilities

• Preach and teach the Bible faithfully, accurately, and practically.
• Provide Christ-centered teaching that helps people apply Scripture to everyday life.
• Encourage spiritual growth and discipleship among all age groups.
• Protect the church’s commitment to biblical truth.
• Develop meaningful relationships with members and regular attenders.
• Visit those who are sick, grieving, elderly, homebound, or struggling.
• Provide compassionate pastoral counseling and encouragement.
• Be approachable, accessible, and personally engaged with the congregation.
• Equip members to discover and use their spiritual gifts.
• Encourage broader participation in ministry and leadership.
• Foster unity, healing, and healthy communication within the church.
• Mentor emerging leaders and disciples.
• Lead the church in reaching the lost locally and globally.
• Encourage evangelism and community service.
• Build positive relationships throughout Roundup and the surrounding area.
• Support ministries that meet practical and spiritual needs within the community.
• Champion ministry to children, youth, and families.
• Support the development and growth of children’s and youth programs.
• Encourage the next generation toward spiritual maturity and service.

Skills

Biblical convictions

Humility

Pastoral calling

Relational leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Lifelong learner

Community orientation

Pastoral care

Job description

Emmanuel Baptist Church in Roundup, MT seeks a Spirit-led Senior Pastor who loves God, loves people, and faithfully teaches God’s Word. The pastor will shepherd the church, preach biblical truth, disciple believers, and lead outreach locally and globally.

The role emphasizes humility, servant leadership, and a life of prayer, guiding a small-town congregation toward renewal and mission. Qualified candidates will articulate a biblical calling, demonstrate relational leadership, and be committed