Senior Pastor Second Baptist Church Clinton

Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; Clinton (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant, mission-minded church in Clinton, TN, is seeking a Senior Pastor to lead its multigenerational congregation following the planned retirement of their beloved pastor. The ideal candidate will have significant ministry experience, including 10+ years in leadership roles and a strong commitment to the Baptist Faith and Message. Responsibilities include delivering expository sermons, fostering unity, and leading discipleship initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about church growth and community outreach.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of ministry experience, including 3 years as a Senior Pastor.
• Strong commitment to the Baptist Faith and Message (2000).
• Ability to lead and unite a multigenerational congregation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expository, Gospel-centered messages.
• Lead the staff and congregation in discipleship and outreach.
• Foster unity in biblical truth.

Skills

Expository preaching

Relational leadership

Vision casting

Education

MDiv required (DMin preferred)

Job description

Overview

Senior Pastor | Second Baptist Church

Location: Clinton, TN | Attendance: 700–800

The Opportunity

Situated on 26 beautiful acres along the Clinch River, Second Baptist Church (SBC) is a vibrant, debt-free congregation of 700+ seeking our next Senior Pastor. Following the planned retirement of our beloved pastor of 24 years, we are entering a season of healthy transition and Spirit-led expectation.

We are a mission-minded body – from local ministries to national and international partnerships – committed to “Worship, Grow, and Go.” We are seeking a humble shepherd and gifted preacher who holds to the Baptist Faith and Message (2000), believes salvation is available to all, and is ready to lead a multigenerational church into the future.

Snapshot of the Role

• Primary Preacher: Deliver expository, Gospel-centered messages.
• Shepherd: A relational leader who loves people and fosters unity in biblical truth.
• Visionary: Lead the staff and congregation in discipleship and outreach.
• Requirements: MDiv required (DMin preferred); 10+ years ministry experience (3 years as Senior Pastor).