Senior Pastor - Expository Teaching & Missions Leader

SBC Executive Committee; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Benefits

Job summary

Grove Avenue Baptist Church in Richmond, VA, seeks a Senior Pastor who will serve as spiritual leader, primary preacher, and shepherd to the congregation. The role reports to the Congregation with leadership support from Deacons and aligns with SBC beliefs.

The Senior Pastor will preach expository sermons, provide pastoral care, lead in evangelism and missions, cast vision for ministries, mentor staff, and oversee church operations in partnership with lay leaders.

Qualifications

• A clear calling to pastoral ministry.
• Agreement with and commitment to the Baptist Faith and Message (2000).
• Ordination as a minister of the Gospel.
• Demonstrated experience in preaching, teaching, and pastoral leadership.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• M.Div. or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities

• Preach expository, Christ-centered sermons grounded in Scripture.
• Lead worship and uphold the Baptist Faith and Message (2000).
• Provide pastoral counseling, weddings, funerals, and pastoral care.
• Lead the church in evangelism, discipleship, and missions.
• Oversee church staff, ministries, and budget planning.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Preaching/Teaching

Leadership skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

M.Div. or equivalent degree

MDiv from SBC-affiliated seminary

Job description

Grove Avenue Baptist Church in Richmond, VA, seeks a Senior Pastor who will serve as spiritual leader, primary preacher, and shepherd to the congregation. The role reports to the Congregation with leadership support from Deacons and aligns with SBC beliefs.

The Senior Pastor will preach expository sermons, provide pastoral care, lead in evangelism and missions, cast vision for ministries, mentor staff, and oversee church operations in partnership with lay leaders.