Senior Pastor

Job Posted 1/29/2025
Thankful Missionary Baptist Church
Rome, GA 30161
United States
Employee
Experience Required
Security Clearance Required
Is sponsorship provided for this position?
No
Industry
Church / Religious Organization
Application Closing Date
3/15/2025
Job Description

Thankful Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a Senior Pastor to serve as our congregation's spiritual leader. This individual must exhibit a strong commitment and interest in all aspects of pastoring, including but not limited to bereavement care, spiritual counseling, and ministering to the sick and shut in.  Our church is committed to fulfilling our mission, to educate by teaching each of our members to observe all things that Christ has commissioned.

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, which is a United States National Historic Registry landmark, continues to thrive by fostering a strong sense of community and spiritual growth among its members.

For additional information related to our history and ministries, please refer to our website, www.thankfulmbc-rome.org

 
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Job Requirements
Professional and Personal Requirements:
 Must be able to prepare and deliver sermons that are both Biblically sound and well-prepared.
 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 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.
 Must have a minimum of Five (5) years of Pastoral experience or significant related experience which includes experience in church administration (e.g. Assistant Pastor, Youth Pastor, Executive Pastor).
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.
Additional Job Details

HOW TO APPLY

Electronically submit the required documents as a complete packet to

tbcsearch2025@gmail.com

or by mail to:

P.O. Box 68

Rome, Ga 30162

Attn: Search Committee

 

Required Documents: All items must be included. Only complete packages will be reviewed.

  1. A cover letter
  2. A current resume or curriculum vitae, which should include a summary of relevant ministry, employment history, professional, and educational experiences
  3. Three (3) current letters of reference or recommendation:
    • Two (2) from clergy
    • One (1) from a layperson
  1. Copies of any ministerial licenses or ordination certificates
  2. A recent headshot in color
  3. Copies of official transcripts of diplomas and degrees
  4. Two (2) current (within 6 months) sermons preached by you. Please provide link to access sermons (i.e. Youtube, Facebook, etc)

APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED OR POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE March 15, 2025. Applications 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 email Mrs. Lainie Jasper, Chairman of the Pastoral Search Committee, by emailing tbcsearch2025@gmail.com
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