PASTORAL VACANCY FRIENDSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH
501 P.E BAZEMORE DRIVE MONROE NC 28110
The Congregation of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church founded in 1904 and located in Union County in the city of Monroe, NC is prayerfully seeking a full-time spiritually mature and devoted servant of God with qualities that are outlined in 1Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1: 5-9. The congregation primarily consists of middle aged to senior adults, and we are seeking more youth and young adults. Our Sunday school begins at 8:45 a.m. and our weekly worship service is at 10:00 a.m. Bible Study is Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m.
QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have:
- A license as an ordained minister in the Baptist faith
- A minimum of 3 years of ministerial or pastoral experience.
- At least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and theological seminary (Master of Divinity preferred).
- An active vision for the church that demonstrates sound judgement and discernment.
- A practical knowledge of technological tools available to enhance the communication process e.g., Power Point, excel, emails, social media, etc.
- Pastoral care skills that involve visiting members of the congregation as well as the community, especially those who are sick, shut in, or bereaved.
- Financial awareness and responsibility (budgets, purchase requisitions, expenditures, etc.)
- An ability to work effectively with the congregation across all ages and gender especially the youth and young adults.
- Organizational skills to lead and direct staff.
- Effective communication skills with varied membership, the community, and other church affiliated organizations
- A commitment to continued education and development of self and the congregation.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Baptist Minister will include:
- Leading worship services
- Preparing and delivering biblical based sermons each week
- Supporting all ministries
- Working with church leadership and congregation on strategic planning and vision
- Providing spiritual guidance counseling to members of the congregation and community
- Actively leading the spirituality, retention, and growth of our membership
- Developing outreach programs and missions through social activities, as well as volunteer opportunities that allow the congregation to get to know the community
- Administering communions, baptisms, baby dedications, counseling sessions, weddings, funerals, and other related pastoral duties
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit:
- A cover letter stating your interest and a current resume
- A copy of ministerial license and ordination certificate
- An electronic video of a recent sermon and bible teachings (if available)
- A transcript of educational accomplishments
- At least three references. Choose from the list below.
- A moderator or religious equivalent
- A community member
- Your home church or church of affiliation
- Personal reference
FINAL CANDIDATES MUST CONSENT TO A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.
Contact Information:
To be considered, please mail your completed packet to: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Pastoral Search Committee, c/o Deacon Trent Dilworth, Pulpit Chairperson, P. O. Box 945 Monroe, NC 28425 or email at friendshipmbemonroenc@gmail.com. You may also contact us at 704-776-9293.
Position opened until filled