Solo Pastor

Westminster Theological Seminary; Fort Oglethorpe (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

First Presbyterian Church of Fort Oglethorpe seeks a solo pastor who joyfully embodies Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms. The pastor will lead Christ-centered preaching, intentional discipleship, pastoral care, and wise spiritual leadership.

The role emphasizes expository preaching, teaching, discipleship, worship leadership, evangelism, pastoral visitation, and governance in lifting a frugal, gospel-centered ministry befitting a PCA church.

Responsibilities

• Preach expository, doctrinal sermons with clarity and pastoral warmth
• Maintain a preaching ministry rooted in the Westminster Standards
• Plan and lead morning and evening Lord’s Day services
• Teach Sunday School as needed and lead mid‑week prayer meetings
• Equip the congregation in Scripture and Reformed theology
• Provide biblical leadership and pastoral care
• Moderate the Session and oversee ministries to align with Scripture and PCA BCO

Job description

First Presbyterian Church of Fort Oglethorpe is seeking a solo pastor who joyfully embraces a strong adherence to the Westminster Confession of Faith and Catechisms. The pastor will lead our congregation through Christ‑centered preaching, intentional discipleship, pastoral care, and wise spiritual leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

1 Preaching (Primary Strength)

1. Preach expository, doctrinally rich sermons with clarity and pastoral warmth
2. Maintain a preaching ministry rooted in the Westminster Standards
3. Plan and lead morning and evening Lord’s Day services

2 Teaching

1. Teach Sunday School as needed
2. Lead mid‑week prayer meetings
3. Equip the congregation in Scripture and Reformed theology
4. Provide theological leadership

3 Discipleship

1. Cultivate spiritual growth through mentoring and small groups
2. Train members in holiness and biblical knowledge
3. Encourage household discipleship

4 Worship Leadership

1. Lead worship according to the regulative principle
2. Provide inputs for weekly worship liturgies (psalms, hymns, prayers, confessions)
3. Maintain reverent, God‑centered worship

5 Evangelism

1. Model personal evangelism and hospitality
2. Lead outreach to the community
3. Support missions and evangelistic initiatives

6 Pastoral Visitation

1. Visit members, shut‑ins, and those in crisis
2. Provide biblical counseling and prayer
3. Shepherd with compassion and attentiveness

7 Leadership & Administration

1. Moderate the Session
2. Provide oversight to ministries and committees
3. Ensure ministries align with Scripture, the Westminster Standards, and the PCA BCO
4. Administer the sacraments faithfully