Senior Pastor

Qualifications, Education, Experience, Skills, and Responsibilities

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college, university, seminary, or divinity school is required.
Preferred: Master’s or Doctor of Divinity/Theology Degree from an accredited institution.

• Licensed, ordained Baptist minister in accordance with Baptist doctrine and procedures.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a pastor, associate minister, or ministerial leadership position.
• Well-versed in African American historical experience, spirituality, consciousness, and culture; solid foundation in Gospel interpretation within African American prophetic preaching and teaching.
• Experience working closely with clergy, staff, ministries, and community leaders to advance development and programmatic efficiency in fulfilling church goals, mission, and values.

• Superb communication and elocution skills in delivering biblically-sound messages with relatable life application across demographics and generations.
• Advanced business acumen, church finance, organizational and management skills.
• Articulate vision for the church that emphasizes and inspires continuous spiritual growth and development.
• Working knowledge of social media and its effectiveness for worship and evangelism.

• Plan and conduct worship services, prepare and deliver sermons, lead observance of ordinances (Baptism and Holy Communion).
• Conduct and teach members and visitors in weekly prayer meetings and Bible study.
• Visit the sick and homebound.
• Promote evangelical growth and effectiveness beyond the walls of the church.
• Establish community presence through engagement and outreach programs and projects.
• Inspire congregants to mature spiritually and operate in a spirit of excellence.
• Encourage congregants to use their God-given gifts and talents in living for and serving Christ.
• Provide pastoral counseling, perform wedding ceremonies, conduct funerals, and perform children’s dedications.
• Facilitate planning, organization, coordination, and evaluation of ministries.
• Lead with vision; set clear goals, outline strategic plans, equip and empower members to implement plans.
• Develop leaders and members; facilitate their training and assigned responsibilities.
• Preside over all church business meetings.
• Collaborate on decision‑making opportunities; manage varied resources effectively and efficiently.
• Promote unity, seek networking opportunities, and facilitate partnerships within the church body and community.
• Participate in local, state, regional, and national Baptist conventions, conferences, and activities.

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