Senior Pastor - Inclusive Justice & Community Impact

BST; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Avenue Baptist Church in Oakland, CA seeks a Senior Pastor to lead worship, pastoral care, and community engagement in a diverse, inclusive congregation. The role involves budgeting, overseeing church operations, and guiding outreach through newsletters, social media, and events.

The pastor will work closely with the Church Council and be ordained in good standing with the American Baptist Churches, USA. Expected Start Date is January 1, 2027, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and a graduate degree from an ATS-accredited seminary or regionally accredited university.
• Ordination and good standing with the American Baptist Churches, USA.
• Strong call to leadership by active congregation and collaboration with Church Council.

Responsibilities

• Lead preaching that addresses social justice issues.
• Provide pastoral care across a diverse and inclusive congregation.
• Oversee church budgets, buildings, and boards including the historic children’s center.
• Oversee communications, newsletters, social media, and community events.

Skills

Preaching

Pastoral Care

Administration

Children & Youth

Marketing

Technology & Livestreaming

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree from ATS-accredited seminary

Tools

Church budgets

Job description

Lakeshore Avenue Baptist Church in Oakland, CA seeks a Senior Pastor to lead worship, pastoral care, and community engagement in a diverse, inclusive congregation. The role involves budgeting, overseeing church operations, and guiding outreach through newsletters, social media, and events.

The pastor will work closely with the Church Council and be ordained in good standing with the American Baptist Churches, USA. Expected Start Date is January 1, 2027, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.