Bi-Vocational Pastor Position Summary Hephzibah Littles General Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a God-called, Bible-believing pastor to provide spiritual leadership, biblical preaching, pastoral care, and discipleship to our congregation. The pastor will work alongside church leadership to help fulfill the church's mission of making disciples, reaching our community with the Gospel, and encouraging believers in their walk with Christ. This is a bi-vocational position, offering flexibility for a pastor who is employed in a secular profession while serving the church. Primary Responsibilities Preaching and Teaching Prepare and deliver biblically sound, Christ-centered sermons. Lead Sunday worship services and special services as needed. Teach and encourage sound biblical doctrine consistent with General Baptist beliefs. Support Bible studies, discipleship opportunities, and spiritual growth within the congregation. Pastoral Care Provide spiritual guidance, counseling, and encouragement to church members. Visit members, shut-ins, hospitals, and nursing homes as needed. Conduct weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other pastoral functions. Pray for and minister to individuals and families experiencing spiritual or personal needs. Leadership Work cooperatively with deacons, church officers, and ministry leaders. Help develop and implement the church's vision and ministry goals. Encourage participation in worship, discipleship, missions, and outreach. Promote unity, fellowship, and spiritual maturity within the church. Community Outreach Represent the church in the local community. Encourage evangelism and outreach efforts. Build relationships that help connect the church with the surrounding community. Qualifications A clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ and a personal call to pastoral ministry. Agreement with General Baptist doctrine and practices. Demonstrated ability to preach and teach God's Word effectively. Strong Christian character and lifestyle consistent with biblical qualifications for pastors outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. Ability to work effectively with people of all ages. Ordained or willing to pursue ordination within the General Baptist Association. Previous pastoral or ministry experience preferred.

Pay:

$300.00 per week

Work Location:

In person