ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
300 Lake Street Greenville, MS 38701
PASTOR SEARCH ANNOUNCEMENT
Pastor Qualifications
- Be a licensed and ordained minister in the Baptist faith.
- Be a visionary with sound judgment and discernment.
- Have a minimum of five years (preferred) of pastoral experience.
- Have at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited College/University and Theological Seminary training (preferred).
- Possess effective communication skills (written and oral).
- Growth oriented and pastoral care capability.
- Demonstrate financial awareness and responsibility.
- Committed to continuing education and development.
- Demonstrate ability to work effectively with a congregation across all ages and gender.
- Possess effective administration skills and able to organize and lead staff.
- Three letters of recommendation (clergy, layperson, and personal). "WITH SIGNATURES"
- Copies of license, ordination, proof of educational or any spiritual trainings.
- Must be knowledgeable about technology
- Must be able to deliver a Sunday service message and teach Bible class the following Wednesday.
Pastoral Responsibilities:
- Provide sermons on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Sunday of each month at 11:00 a.m.
- Lead weekly Bible Study classes every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.
- Conduct pastoral care visits to the sick and shut-in members as needed.
- Oversee and maintain a strong New Member Orientation program.
- Offer spiritual counseling and guidance to members as requested.
- Assist in planning and officiating weddings, funerals, baptisms, and communion services.
- Collaborate with church leadership and ministry teams to support church programs and spiritual growth.
- Provide visionary leadership and help guide the church in alignment with biblical principles, the Baptist doctrine and the church's mission.
- Attend and participate in church meetings, including leadership and administrative meetings.
- Foster an atmosphere of spiritual development, prayer, outreach, and community engagement.
- Be available and responsive during times of congregational need or crisis.
The following must be submitted by January 31, 2026
- Resume
- Please attach a Copy of the license, ordination certificate, degrees, and any other certificates.
How to Submit the Resume:
- Mailing Address: Pastor Search Committee 300 Lake Street Greenville, MS 38701
Special note: If you do not meet the qualifications outlined in this announcement, please do not submit your information.