Pastor
The congregation of Greater First Church – Baptist is prayerfully seeking a dynamic, spirt-filled leader who is called by God to serve as pastor, following the retirement of its faithful pastor of 16 years and a total of 50 years in the ministry, Reverend Anthony Kelley.
Greater First Church – Baptist is a progressive and hospitable congregation located in the heart of Baker, a connecting city to the north of Baton Rouge. Greater First is the church where Jesus is truly Lord; the gospel is faithfully preached; the spiritual disciplines are wholeheartedly practiced; the beauty of Christian Fellowship enthusiastically experienced; and the people of God are highly favored!
As a spiritual leader, the pastor will nurture and grow a multigenerational congregation.
The successful candidate will meet the following qualifications:
- Must be a licensed, ordained Baptist Minister in accordance with the Baptist Doctrine and Procedures that has received the Divine calling and has demonstrated the commitment to the call.
- Must have 5 years Baptist Church pastoral experience (e.g., Senior Pastor, Assistant Pastor).
- Prefer Bachelor’s degree and/or accredited seminary degree.
- A certificate of Divinity/Theology is acceptable.
- Must have church administration and organizational skills.
- Must have a clear understanding of the Baptist Doctrine and Articles of Faith.
- Must be an effective communicator, demonstrate the ability to prepare and deliver biblically sound lessons and messages.
- Must be committed to church growth and membership retention.
- Must be able to articulate a vision for the church that emphasizes spiritual growth and development.
- The pastor must serve to provide spiritual leadership that will lead the congregation to live in service for Christ.
- Prefer a record of community involvement.
All applicants must provide the following information:
Application (Click Here to Download)
Letter of intent (Cover Letter)
Current Resume
Copy of Ministry License
Certificate of Ordination
Verification of Theology training/Degree
Two recent sermons on DVD/CD or supplied weblinks (e.g., YouTube)
Other information/items may be required throughout the interview process.