JOB POSTING FOR PASTORAL POSITION
First Baptist Church, located in the capital city of Raleigh, North Carolina, is a historically African-American church that was established in 1812. It currently seeks a Pastor to lead its congregation. The church is situated in the heart of a vibrant downtown community where people live, shop, and work; it is one of four churches surrounding the State Capitol. The church is listed on the Historical Registry and is known for hosting community events like the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday. The First Baptist Homeless program is the church's hallmark outreach ministry, having served breakfast to the homeless and offering worship services to them every Sunday for decades. Other programs offered by the church include but are not limited to Bible Study, Men and Women Fellowships, Sunday school, and Missionary involvement.
First Baptist Church has experienced a rich history of dedicated pastors, each of whom has led the congregation for an average of twenty-five years or more. The congregation is aging but remains faithful and united in its purpose to follow the principles outlined in God's Holy Word. {Differences are settled internally, and the congregation sees itself as faithful servants of God}. The church seeks a Senior Pastor who can continue the tradition of allowing God to lead them and is determined to follow Him rather than the dictates of culture. While the congregation is traditionally minded, it is also open to new directions and guidance as presented by the Holy Spirit.
The Church can offer its Pastor a competitive salary and benefits package, and invites all candidates who meet the qualifications outlined below to send their resumes. The ideal candidate will be a spiritually-minded minister who wants to grow and grow with the congregation and reflect its values.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATIONS
- Must be a licensed, ordained minister who has at least five years and preferably more of experience leading a congregation as a Senior Pastor
- Must have a Bachelor's Degree and preferably, a Master's Degree of Divinity in an appropriate ministry
- Must exhibit a desire to be an engaged Pastor who is willing to nurture the church's spiritual growth
- Must maintain a focus on establishing the church of tomorrow by implementing a plan of outreach to younger generations
- Must be actively engaged in establishing and maintaining a sound Sunday school and youth programs
Interested candidates may go to the website below and select job posting:
https://raleighfirstbaptist.churchspring.org