PASTORAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

CHURCH NAME: Thankful Baptist Church of Rome, GA, Inc.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION PACKET SUBMISSION: May 19, 2024

JOB TITLE: Full-Time Pastor

CHURCH PROFILE

Thankful Baptist Church of Rome, Georgia, is a United States National Historic Registry landmark in Rome, Georgia’s historic Five Points Community. The church has traditionally played a major role in the local community's spiritual growth and civic development. Thankful is recognized as one of the most influential congregations in Northwest Georgia.

Thankful Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a full-time Pastor to serve as our congregation's spiritual leader. Our church is committed to fulfilling our mission, which is to minister to the needs of our community, lead lost persons to Christ, and disciple believers while advocating evangelism throughout our community, state, nation, and world. It is further our mission to educate by teaching each of our members to observe all things that Christ has commanded; to preach, baptize, and plant ministries and missions; to edify by highly exalting the name of Christ above all names; to develop our leadership for the perfecting of the saints while remaining relevant for the times that we might lead the world to revival through prayer and restoration.

For over 161 years, Thankful Baptist Church has stood as a pillar of faith with a vibrant and active congregation. It proudly affiliates itself with the National Baptist Convention, USA, Incorporated, and the General Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia, Incorporated, reflecting its commitment to a broader mission of faith and community service. This historic church continues to thrive, fostering a strong sense of community and spiritual growth among its members. For more in-depth information related to our history and ministries, please refer to our website, thankfulmbc-rome.org

JOB SUMMARY:

BIBLICAL GUIDELINES

1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9

Professional and Personal Requirements:

*Must be able to prepare and deliver sermons that are both Biblically sound and wellprepared

*Must possess and exhibit strong administrative and leadership skills, managing tasks related to church office operations, financial stewardship, and facility maintenance

*Must possess the ability to counsel/advise individuals, children to seniors, having personal and spiritual challenges

*Must maintain a history and reputation of high moral integrity and ethical standards

*Must possess the ability and skills to build consensus within the church’s organizational structure, promoting unity and cooperative effort

*Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

*Must exhibit a strong commitment and interest in pastoral aspects of pastoring, including but not limited to bereavement care, spiritual counseling/advising, and ministering to the sick and shut-in

*Must be innovative and receptive to new ideas, willing to utilize technology to enhance traditional practices and introduce novel approaches for the benefit of Thankful Baptist Church.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be licensed and ordained within the Baptist Ministry, exhibiting a comprehensive understanding of Baptist doctrines and theology.

College and/or Seminary Degree from an accredited college, seminary, or University is preferred.

HOW TO APPLY

Electronically submit the required documents as a complete packet to pastoralsearchthankful@gmail.com

Required Documents

*A cover letter

*A current resume or curriculum vitae, which should include a summary of relevant ministry, employment history, professional, and educational experiences

*Four (4) current letters of reference or recommendation:

Two (2) from clergy
One (1) from a friend
One (1) from a layperson

*Copies of any ministerial licenses or ordination certificates

*A recent headshot in color

*Copies of official transcripts of diplomas and degrees

*Two (2) current YouTube links featuring different prepared sermons presented by you

PACKETS MUST BE POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE MAY 19, 2024. Resume packets received after this date will be ineligible for consideration. The Pastoral Search Committee will handle all obtained information with confidentiality. Final candidates must agree to a reference check and a comprehensive background investigation, which an external agency will conduct to ensure utmost confidentiality. All obtained materials will be treated confidentially and for official use only.

If you have questions, please get in touch with Mr. Tim Turner, Chairman of the Pastoral Search Committee, by calling 770.548.9014 between the hours of 5pm – 8pm Monday thru Thursday only or by emailing tfturner541@gmail.com

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