Southern Baptist Church Jobs

Student Minister

FiveStone Church

Garland, TX

$50,000 - $66,000

FiveStone Community Church exists to be a church of disciples who are making disciples who CONNECT with God and others, GROW to be more like Jesus, and GO in service locally and globally. We fulfill that mission by living out the Five Stones: - Engaging People - Experiencing Worship - Embracing God’s Word - Enriching the Family - Empowering Purpose The Student Minister is the primary champion of the Enriching the Family stone for our 7th–12th grade environments. Position Summary We are looking for someone who loves teenagers and genuinely believes the local church is the greatest vehicle for life change on the planet. The Student Minister will provide spiritual leadership, vision, and day-to-day oversight for everything that touches our junior high and high school students and their families. The person who fills this seat will be invested in the lives of students, walking alongside them through the best and hardest moments of adolescence, while equipping parents to be the primary discipleship voice in the home. Key Responsibilities Family Discipleship & Vision - Champion Enriching the Family: Build and own a clear, biblical, and practical discipleship strategy for students and their families—one that is simple enough to actually live out, and deep enough to produce lasting faith. - Equip Parents: Give parents the resources, conversations, and confidence to lead their teenagers spiritually at home. Partner with them, don’t replace them. - Smooth Transitions: Work closely with our Kids Ministry team to create a seamless faith journey from elementary school through high school graduation. - Church-Wide Alignment: Keep student ministry tethered to the broader mission and vision of FiveStone, so we are always heading in the same direction as a staff. Student Ministry Leadership - Weekly Environments: Lead and oversee all student ministry gatherings—Sunday Morning Bible Study, mid-week programming, and other ongoing events and ministries that will fulfill the vision for Student Ministry with excellence and intentionality. - Biblical Teaching: Prepare and deliver messages that are biblically grounded, culturally honest, and accessible to the real questions teenagers are asking. - Safe & Welcoming Culture: Create environments where every student—regardless of where they are spiritually—feels safe, seen, and wanted. - Programming & Curriculum: Oversee the structure of our student calendar, curriculum selection, and the overall format of how we engage students week to week. - Student Leadership: Continue the development of our Student Leadership Team and help our students understand what it means to serve and to use their gifts for ministry. Volunteer Recruitment & Development - Build the Team: Actively recruit, screen (background checks required), and onboard adult leaders who genuinely love students and want to invest in the next generation. - Equip & Train: Hold regular leader meetings and training opportunities so our volunteers are growing in their own faith while being equipped to lead small groups and mentor teenagers. - Shepherd Your Leaders: Take care of the people who are taking care of students. Make sure your volunteer team feels supported, valued, and spiritually healthy. - Ministry Safe: Keep accurate records of our leaders and training them on the appropriate and best practices of how to safely engage students. Family Engagement & Communication - Parent Partnership: Communicate consistently with parents—ministry updates, event details, curriculum recaps, and practical discipleship resources they can actually use. - Accessible & Approachable: Be the kind of person families feel comfortable calling when life gets hard. Be a pastoral presence for parents navigating the teenage years, not just a youth program coordinator. - Events & Experiences: Plan and execute camps, retreats, mission trips, and service projects that move students from passive attendance into active ownership of their faith. Administration & Collaboration - Budget Stewardship: Manage the student ministry budget responsibly and with accountability to church leadership. - Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all child and student safety policies, including background screenings and Ministry Safe trainings for all volunteers. - Staff Collaboration: Work hand-in-hand with the Lead Pastor and the full staff team to support church-wide initiatives, all-church series, and intergenerational moments. Qualifications Spiritual & Personal Character - A growing, authentic relationship with Jesus Christ and a clear sense of calling to student and family ministry. - A genuine love for teenagers—including the awkward, the struggling, and the ones who aren’t sure they even believe yet. - Demonstrates humility, integrity, and a servant-leader posture in every environment. - Fully affirms FiveStone’s mission, vision, and statement of faith. Education & Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Ministry, Biblical Studies, Youth Ministry, or a related field (preferred; equivalent experience will be seriously considered). - 2–5 years of proven experience in a student ministry context within a local church. - Track record of building and retaining healthy volunteer teams. Skills & Competencies - Strong communicator—both from the stage and in writing to parents and leadership. - Comfortable engaging with Gen Z and Gen Alpha culture, including an understanding of social media, mental health trends, and the pressures today’s students face. - Highly relational and able to connect with students, parents, and volunteers from a wide variety of backgrounds. - Organized, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple moving pieces without losing the relational core of the role. Compensation & Benefits - Salary: $50,000 – $66,000, commensurate with experience and ministry track record. - Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. - Retirement: 3% employer contribution + up to an additional 3% matching 403(b). - Cell Phone: $30 per month cellphone plan reimbursement - Time Off: 15 days Vacation + 10 days PTO + designated holidays. - Development: Leadership Development allowance for conferences, coaching, and ministry growth. Our Commitment to You FiveStone Community Church is committed to creating a healthy, Christ-centered staff culture where you can thrive—not just survive. We believe the best ministry happens when the person doing it is spiritually healthy, relationally supported, and growing. The Student Minister is one of the most important investments we make as a church. We take that seriously, and we want you to know you will be valued here.

Senior Pastor

CommUNITY Church

Salem, VA

CommUNITY Church of Salem, VA seeks its next Senior Pastor CommUNITY Church is committed to glorifying God and proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ as our priority and is the foundation of our existence. God has blessed us for more than 20 years with amazing growth, multiple locations, and countless lives transformed as followers of Jesus Christ. With the departure of our founding Senior Pastor, we are currently seeking the man whom God is calling and preparing to uphold our mission, shepherd our congregation, and lead us into the future with enthusiasm, wisdom and grace. Position Summary The Senior Pastor will serve as the primary spiritual leader and shepherd of CommUNITY Church, providing sound biblical teaching, visionary leadership, and pastoral care. The Senior Pastor has overall responsibility for church operations, and will work alongside church staff, deacons, and the congregation to equip believers, foster spiritual growth, and advance the mission of our church both locally and globally. The Senior Pastor is expected to support and adhere to the Baptist Faith and Message and is accountable to the deacons and church leadership. The Ideal Candidate Character Traits Ø Passionate follower of Jesus Christ with a deep, personal relationship with God. Ø Biblically Grounded- committed to sound doctrine (1 Tim. 3:1-7, Titus 1:6-9). Capable of leading with theological depth. Ø Integrity & Humility- leads with honesty, transparency, and a servant’s heart. Ø Caring & Shepherding- a leader who nurtures, counsels, and prays for the congregation. Ø Outward-Focused- passionate about outreach, evangelism, and making a difference in the community. Gifts and Skills Ø Strong Leader & Team Builder- able to equip, delegate, and empower staff and volunteers. Ø Relational & Perceptive- connects well with people across all age groups and backgrounds. Ø Clear Spiritual Communicator- effectively teaches and preaches God’s word with clarity and conviction (2 Tim. 4:2). Ø Visionary Leader- actively casts a compelling vision for our church’s future. Personality and Leadership Ø Approachable & Relational- engages with people personally, not just from the pulpit. Has an open-door policy for staff members and the congregation. Ø Visible & Present- actively involved in church life and ministries. Ø Trust-Based Leadership- sets clear expectations while empowering and trusting others to lead. Ø Decisive Yet Collaborative- makes tough decisions with wisdom, while listening and valuing input. Fosters and defend the church’s strong stand on unity among church leaders and within our congregation. Ø Vulnerable & Authentic- willing to share personal struggles and his faith journey. Education and Experience Ø A master’s degree or doctoral degree from seminary preferred. Ø Significant experience in pastoral leadership (minimum 5 years) including preaching, vision casting, and discipleship. Ø Preferred minimum of 3 years’ experience in managing all operations of a similar size church. Ø Is ordained, with pastoral experience in an SBC or non-denominational bible-based church. Ø Has a strong background in ministry leadership while remaining open to growth and change. Ø Able to steward church’s resources responsibly, ensuring financial growth and organizational health. Ø Experience in connecting with young adults while maintaining wisdom and grace for all demographics. Key Challenges & Opportunities Ø Change Leadership – Guides the church through transition while honoring its legacy. Ø Building Trust – Gain the trust of the staff, volunteers, and the congregation in a time of leadership change. Ø Navigating Expectations – Balances respect for tradition with a vision for the future. Ø Outreach & Growth – Helps bring in new people while fostering deep discipleship. Encouraging outreach and evangelism in an ever-changing cultural landscape. Compensation A benefits package will be offered. The Pastor’s salary and benefits package will be determined based on experience, education, cost of living and salaries of Pastors in churches of comparable size in the area. The package includes salary (paid monthly) with a self-designated housing percentage, retirement benefits, insurance, ministry expense reimbursement and vacation time. How To Apply Interested candidates should submit the following: - A cover letter sharing your testimony and sense of calling to pastoral ministry. - A resume with references detailing your experience and qualifications. - Links to recent sermons (if available). - Please send to our Pastor Search Team at OpenPosition@communitychurchva.com with subject line: Senior Pastor Position – [Your Name] or mail to CommUNITY Church, Attn: Pastor Search Team at 1923 East Main Street, Salem VA 24153.

Kid’s Ministry Director

South Haven Baptist Church

Belton, MO

South Haven Baptist Church in Belton, Missouri, a suburb of Kansas City, Missouri, seeks a full-time Kid;s Ministry Director. The Kid’s Ministry Director will be responsible for directing, overseeing and leading a comprehensive children’s ministry from birth through sixth grade. At South Haven, we are passionate about the next generation and desire an excited and energetic leader to work with a gifted and dedicated staff and volunteer team. Responsibilities include recruiting, training and empowering volunteers for leadership in Sunday morning and midweek programming and all special events. This position requires a visionary leader to further create spiritual environments to help children and their families grow in Christ. Part I – General Information Under the supervision of the Senior Pastor, the Kid’s Ministry Director will be responsible for directing, overseeing and leading a comprehensive children’s ministry from birth through sixth grade. o Position Classification: Full time, 40 hours/week or more with benefits. o Church Affiliation/Beliefs: Affirm 2000 Baptist Faith and Message. Will be a member of South Haven Baptist Church. o Education: High School diploma or above (College preferred). Part II – Duties and Responsibilities 1. Develop ministries that are creative, exciting, innovative and relevant to the children and families of the church. 2. Create and implement policies and procedures for children’s ministries which will ensure best practices are taking place regarding safety and security. 3. Work with ministry leadership to enlist leaders and volunteers for ministry positions in the children’s ministries to include Sunday school (birth – sixth grade), AWANA, Kids Church and other ministries as they are identified and developed. 4. Partner with parents in the ongoing task of raising children to know and serve the Lord. 5. Work with the Pastors to conduct and plan training opportunities for children’s ministry leaders and volunteers. 6. Evaluate age-appropriate program materials, equipment, supplies and space for children’s ministry. 7. Work with Pastors and the Administrative staff to develop an annual budget and manage funds for the fiscal year. 8. Coordinate, lead and attend children’s ministry volunteer meetings. 9. Implement, oversee and communicate vision for Kids Ministries, including but not limited to: • Preschool Ministry • AWANA • Kids Church • Vacation Bible School 10. Minister to the church family and the community in the following ways: • Serve as a counselor to those in need of guidance regarding life and spiritual situations. • Teach discipleship classes as needed. • Serve as staff leader for churchwide projects as assigned. • Staff liaison for assigned ministry teams. • Be prepared to minister and serve in areas not specific to Kids Ministry. • Attend weekly staff meetings. Part III – Supplemental Information 1. Acknowledge Jesus Christ as personal Lord and Savior. 2. Calling of the Lord to serve in the capacity of Kids Ministry. 3. Impeccable integrity and ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality. 4. Visionary and passionate, as well as creative and energetic. 5. Leadership abilities to include organization, delegation, administration and interpersonal relationships. 6. Ability to work well with parents, volunteers, church staff and children. 7. Effective oral and written communication skills, as well as ability to interact with many different individuals in a professional manner. 8. Strong decision-making skills. 9. Self-motivated, with a team approach, to motivate, recruit and encourage volunteers. 10. Ability to handle stress well. 11. Computer, tech and social media knowledge and familiarity. 12. Able to work with minimal supervision. Disclaimer: This position description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential to the job.

Children’s Ministry Director

Christway Church

Chattanooga, TN

Children’s Ministry Director Reports to: NexGen Pastor Job Function The Children’s Ministry Director provides vision, leadership, and oversight for the Children’s Ministry, ensuring that its philosophy, direction, and ministry efforts align with ChristWay’s mission, values, and strategic objectives. This role serves to lead and strengthen the ministry's overall effectiveness at investing in families and making disciples of Christ. Responsibilities - Develop and execute a ministry strategy that disciples children and equips, supports, and partners with parents for the overall discipleship of their family. - Create a welcoming atmosphere and experience for children and parents each week during Sunday mornings, Life Group K!DS, and family ministry events. - Maintain strong leadership for the children’s ministry through effective recruiting, training and retaining strategies with volunteers. - Provide leadership, oversight and evaluation for all children’s ministry programming and initiatives. - Steward ministry resources, curriculum and facilities to support effective discipleship and ministry excellence. - Collaborate with other church ministries and staff to ensure alignment with the overall mission and vision of ChristWay. - In partnership with church leadership, develop an annual budget for the children’s ministry and operate within the budget each year. - Fulfills other responsibilities as instructed by the NexGen Pastor. Qualifications - Growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrating spiritual maturity, integrity, and a lifestyle consistent with biblical teachings. - Demonstrates a clear calling and passion for children’s ministry and family discipleship. - Degree in Education and/or 2-3 years experience in ministry. - Experience with large children’s ministry preferred (200+ children). - Administrative and task oriented. - Strong communication skills. - Highly organized, able to plan months in advance. - Commitment to support ChristWay and CW K!DS and Special Needs Ministry vision. - Ability to recruit, develop, and lead teams of volunteers. - Exhibits strong relational skills with children, parents, volunteers and staff. - Self motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Competencies Adaptability: Adjusts to changing circumstances and needs, openness to new ideas, willingness to assume new responsibilities and ability to handle pressure. Communication: Communicates well both verbally and in writing, creates accurate and punctual reports, delivers presentations, shares information and ideas with others, and has good listening skills. Computer Skills: Skilled in the use of computers, adapts to new technology, keeps abreast of changes, learns new programs quickly, and uses computers to improve productivity. Dependability: Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure. Emotional Maturity: Knows strengths, weaknesses and needs, learns from failures and successes, is capable of accepting responsibility for mistakes and failures, has appropriate sense of humor and demonstrates a good balance between self-confidence and humility. Initiative: Tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities, acts on opportunities, generates new ideas, practices self-development. Integrity/Ethics: Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, acts in manner consistent with the core values of the organization. Team Orientation: Is an integrated and effective member of the staff team, committed to the success of all areas of congregational life. Demonstrates interest, skill and success in team environments; promotes group goals ahead of personal agendas; steps up to offer self as a resource to members of the team; understands and supports the importance of teamwork. Position Type Exempt, full time, Sunday – Thursday

Executive Pastor

New Hope Baptist Church

Aubrey, TX

New Hope Baptist Church in Aubrey, TX, is seeking a full-time executive pastor to partner closely with the Lead Pastor in carrying out the church’s vision and mission. This role is first and foremost ministerial in nature and requires a pastor who is biblically grounded, theologically trained, and spiritually mature. The Executive Pastor should be qualified to fulfill any ministerial responsibilities typically performed by the Lead Pastor when needed, while ordinarily focusing on organizational leadership, staff oversight, and the faithful execution of the ministry’s vision. The Executive Pastor will report directly to the Lead Pastor and serve under his leadership and authority, in alignment with the Church Constitution and Bylaws.

Production Director

Church at Viera

Melbourne, FL

$70,000

PURPOSE OF POSITION The Production Director provides visionary and operational leadership for all technical production at Church at Viera, overseeing the audio, video, lighting, and broadcast elements of adults and children’s worship services, as well as ministry events throughout the week. At CAV’s scale of 2,500+ adults in weekend attendance, this is a leadership role requiring the ability to build, develop, and manage a multi-layered team of staff and volunteers. The Production Director is accountable for delivering an excellent technical worship experience that serves CAV’s mission week after week. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Team Leadership & Development - Recruit, hire, develop, and manage production staff including Production Coordinators, discipline leads (audio, video, lighting), and contracted specialists - Build and oversee a large, organized volunteer structure capable of supporting 2,500+ adult weekend attendance across multiple services and venues - Create a production team culture centered on our vision and values, one that is competent, connected, and deeply committed to ministry - Conduct regular staff reviews, provide ongoing coaching, and develop growth paths for direct reports - Lead weekly production team meetings/trainings and participate in broader Service Programming Team planning meetings Production Excellence & Execution - Provide strategic and creative leadership for all audio, video, lighting, set design, and broadcast elements of weekend worship services and special events, as well as various ministry events throughout the week. - Establish and maintain high production standards appropriate for a church of our size and influence - Serve as executive technical decision-maker on service production, including IMAG, multi-camera video direction, live streaming, broadcast video, and post-production workflows - Oversee the use of ProPresenter, digital audio consoles, intelligent lighting, and other production platforms used across Church at Viera’s campus - Continuously evaluate production quality; identify gaps and drive improvements across staff and volunteer teams - Oversee multi-venue and/or multi-site production coordination to ensure consistency across all locations Operations, Technology & Stewardship - Own and manage the capital and operational production budget with accountability to the Worship Pastor - Direct the evaluation, procurement, installation, and lifecycle management of all production equipment and technology infrastructure - Establish maintenance schedules, equipment inventory systems, and replacement planning to protect Church at Viera’s technical investments - Stay current with emerging production technologies, including AI-assisted production tools, cloud-based media workflows, live streaming platforms, and make informed recommendations for adoption - Ensure all production operations meet applicable compliance, safety, and copyright standards Strategic Planning & Cross-Team Collaboration - Serve as the senior production voice in weekly Service Programming Department planning meetings, contributing technical insight to the creative and service planning process - Partner with the Worship Pastor and pastoral team to anticipate production needs for series launches, special events, holidays, and campus-wide initiatives - Manage vendor and contractor relationships related to production, broadcast, and event technical services - Develop and implement a long-range production roadmap that supports Church at Viera’s vision for growth, new campuses, and broadcast ministry EDUCATION - Bachelor’s degree or formal training in production, broadcast, communications, or a related technical discipline preferred - Equivalent combination of professional experience and demonstrated technical expertise will be considered EXPERIENCE - 5+ years of hands-on experience in a professional production environment required - Minimum 3+ years in a Production Director or Technical Director role at a church with 2,500+ weekend attendance strongly preferred - Demonstrated experience managing a multi-person production staff team with direct accountability for hiring, development, and performance - Expert-level experience in live audio, IMAG, multi-camera video direction, and live streaming/broadcast workflows - Experience with large-scale lighting design and execution in a live worship context - Proven track record of managing significant production budgets (capital and operational) with measurable stewardship outcomes - Multi-venue and/or multi-site production leadership experience strongly preferred - Familiarity with AI-assisted production workflows, cloud media platforms, and modern streaming distribution (e.g. Resi, BOXCAST, YouTube Live) preferred SKILLS - A vital and growing personal faith in Jesus Christ - Align with the vision, mission, and values of Church at Viera - Must be a proven team builder with the ability to inspire, develop, and unify staff and volunteers around a shared ministry vision - Must demonstrate Godly character and a lifestyle consistent with biblical standards and our staff values - Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead across pastoral, administrative, creative, and technical audiences - Must be a high-capacity leader who can hold strategic vision and operational detail - Must be organized, decisive, and able to manage competing priorities under the pressures of a weekly production rhythm - Must have strong instructional and coaching skills to develop staff and train a large volunteer base - Must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs or more - Must have advanced working knowledge of: Stage design, construction, and maintenance Digital audio consoles, live sound reinforcement, and multi-room audio systems at scale Multi-camera video production, switching, IMAG, and broadcast/streaming delivery Intelligent lighting design, DMX programming, and lighting control systems ProPresenter and multi-screen presentation workflow management Video editing and post-production software (e.g. Adobe Premiere) Production project management and scheduling in a high-frequency, multi-service environment EXPECTED HOURS TO WORK - Sunday – Thursday. Hours may vary based on church needs and may include working full weekends. - CAV hosts several large events (All Hands on Deck) throughout the year. These events are mandatory for all staff. STAFF VALUES - Gospel First - Lead with the hope of Christ - Jesus Perspective - Look for those in the margins - Contagious Passion - Set the tone and the pace - Be Authentic - Be honest with yourself and each other - Willing Sacrifice - You before me - Believe Best - Cultivate trust through optimism - Take Risks - Grow stronger through failure - Equip Leaders - Greater impact through multiplication - Extreme Ownership - All in for CAV’s mission - Compassionate Conviction - Sharing truth and giving grace with a loving spirit - Bring Joy - Don’t forget to have fun - Be Unified - Bring people together

Pastor

Broad River Baptist Church

Eastanollee, GA

Broad River Baptist Church in Eastanollee, GA, is seeking applications for the position of Pastor. We are located about 1 and 1/2 hours NE of Atlanta, GA. The Pastor is responsible for proclaiming the Gospel of Christ and encouraging the local church body to do so, for guiding the spiritual development of the congregation, providing pastoral care in meeting the needs of persons in the church and the community, and for providing administrative leadership of the church. Qualifications and Requirements: · A clear, personal calling to pastoral ministry · Doctrinally sound and Bible-based in teaching and practice · Minimum age of 30 preferred · Minimum High School Education · Licensed and ordained in a Southern Baptist Church preferred · 1-5 years of pastoral experience in a Southern Baptist Church preferred · Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong communication skills · Ability to listen effectively and communicate clearly, both orally and in writing Application Process Applicants should submit the following · A current resume · A list of references with contact information · Access to recent sermons for review · Salary requirements Materials may be submitted by email: broadriverbaptistpsc@gmail.com

Bivocational Pastor

Union Hill Baptist Church

Goodlettsville, TN

Union Hill Baptist Church, located in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, is prayerfully seeking a bi-vocational pastor whom God is calling to lead our congregation. Union Hill Baptist Church is a warm, historic congregation with a heart for God’s Word and a desire to reach our community. We are praying for the pastor whom God is preparing to lead us with humility, vision, and a servant’s heart.

Children's Pastor

Blythe Island Baptist Church

Brunswick, GA

$40,000 - $67,000

Overview: The children’s ministries pastor is responsible to oversee the entire children’s ministry, to excite and equip families to raise up the next generation for Jesus by modeling, resourcing and teaching them how to weave their faith in the Lord into their days with their children. The children’s minister will recruit and train leaders who will touch children’s lives with God’s love, teach them God’s Word and provide fellowship with God’s people – laying a foundation that will keep children passionate about worshipping God, involved in and with God’s people – the Church, and reflecting God’s glory. We wish our children’s ministry to be exciting and vibrant, yet relevant to their generation. Expected time commitment includes 40+ hours per week, depending upon the season. Summer activities including Vacation Bible School, camps, retreats or mission trips may require more. Participation in meetings and ministry trainings includes 2-3 hours per week. Accountable to: Senior Pastor Ministry Target: Birth-5th grade and their families Primary Responsibilities: Children’s Ministry (Birth-5th grade) - Communicate a vision of children’s ministry and integrate it with overall discipleship ministry to the congregation. - Oversee and coordinate all aspects of children’s ministry. - Recruit and train/obtain training for children’s ministry leaders/workers. - Recruit a VBS director and resource VBS. - Oversee the selection of curriculum, schedule (dates, time of day), and stewardship of allocated budget. - Provide curriculum interface with vendors, overseeing selection order and distribution of teaching materials and resources. - Provide care and nurturing of children’s ministry workers, devising ways to affirm and encourage them. - Screen children’s ministry workers and leaders before placing them in ministry: Have everyone complete an application and sign a release form for a police background check. This is a safety precaution for the student’s sake. Process checks and file results in a confidential folder to be kept in a locked file cabinet in the church office. Approve or disapprove workers and leaders for service in Children’s ministry with input from the Senior Pastor. - Investigate any complaints regarding children’s ministry workers. Discuss complaints/problems with workers when warranted. Document and report serious matters to the Senior Pastor and proper authorities immediately. - Approve all children’s ministry programs, curricula, activities and disbursement of funds for supplies and projects, keeping within budgeted amount. - Work with children’s church leaders to plan weekly programs and participate as needed. Lead devotional time or special part in weekly service, either on a regular basis or as an occasional special guest. - Be available to counsel and pray with children regarding spiritual matters. - Pray for the children and children’s ministry workers. - Facilitate children’s summer camp(s). General Responsibilities - Be available to the Senior Pastor for opportunities of ministering to the needs of the people. This may include counseling, home visits at a time of need, and hospital visitation. - Participate in staff prayer times, meetings, and training opportunities. - Support team values with positive interactions and a willingness to facilitate others. - Promote core values and vision at all times and teach these values to all creative ministry teams. - Help in the worship services as needed. - Take rotation for emergency contact for staff. - Maintain quality time with family. - Further responsibilities as needed by the senior pastor. Character - Maintain the highest sense of Christian integrity. - Remain an open communicator, taking responsibility and admitting mistakes. - Remain people-oriented and prioritize people over programs. - Be flexible. - Be a self-starter. - Be a team player.

Worship Minister

Beaver Dam Baptist Church

Knoxville, TN

The Worship Minister/Leader is responsible for leading the church in planning, conducting, and evaluating a comprehensive music ministry in a multi-generational church. Essential Responsibilities: Worship Leader – serve as an example of Godly living through a lifestyle of authentic worship. - Commit to ongoing personal spiritual growth to provide our congregation with genuine, Spirit-led leadership in worship. - Lead the congregation in corporate worship in all worship services and gatherings. - Provide pastoral care for those who serve in the Music Ministry. Coach – identify and equip leaders and volunteers in the Music Ministry. - Rehearse the choir, praise team, and praise instruments on a weekly basis. - Cooperatively lead in the enlistment, training, and advising of singers, accompanists, and other musicians who serve in the church music ministry. - Coach the leaders of volunteer-led music ministries (audio/visual teams, age-graded choirs, praise instrumentalists, ensembles, etc.) Pastor – serve as an integral part of the Ministry Staff Team. - Maintain consistent office hours and participate in all staff meetings. - Seek to disciple individuals within the congregation and be active in evangelism. - Participate in hospital visitation and guest outreach. - Be available for occasional night or weekend music ministry events. - Be available for occasional emergency pastoral care visits. - Supervise and closely collaborate with the Worship Ministry Assistant. - Serve as Staff advisor for church committees or ministries as assigned by the Sr. Pastor. Administrator – faithfully steward the time and resources of the church and its members. - Develop and manage the annual Music Ministry budget as agreed to and approved by the Finance Committee. - Purchase and maintain all musical and audio/visual equipment. - Supervise and collaborate with the Worship Ministry Assistant. - Supervise the additions and maintenance of the Music Ministry library and equipment, including music materials, supplies, and instruments. - Stay informed on current music methods, materials, promotions and administration, implementing them as appropriate. - Arrange and provide music for weddings, funerals, special projects, ministries, and other church events as requested. - Assist Sr. Pastor in planning worship services, aligning music with the message when possible. Producer – oversee elements of production and programming for all corporate worship. - Coordinate the church music ministry with the calendar and emphasis of the church. - Lead the choirs, musicians and audio/visual teams in worship services. - Schedule soloists and special groups along with rehearsal times with accompanists. - Assist in the selection and creative design of slides, graphics, and artwork for music and sermon portions of the worship service. Qualifications – The Worship Minister/Leader - The Worship Minister/Leader will possess a personal faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. - The Worship Minister/Leader will be spiritually mature and will concur with the church’s statement of faith, as well as its mission, strategy and core values. He will comply with all established church policies and procedures as well as all applicable federal and state laws. - Most importantly, the Worship Minister/Leader must meet the qualifications of I Timothy 3:1-7. - He must affirm the Baptist Faith & Message 2000 (https://bfm.sbc.net/bfm2000/). - Must be capable of leading a multi-generational congregation in worship through various styles of music, ranging from classic hymns to current worship music. - A thorough knowledge of music is required, including the ability to read sheet music and chart music. - He must be innovative, enthusiastic, and work well in a team environment. Proficiency in leading with an instrument is a plus. - He must excel at building and leading a choir, praise team, and praise instrumentalists. - He should have 5+ years of experience leading congregational worship and choirs. - He must be capable of giving creative direction to all elements of congregational worship, special services, and musical presentations. - The Worship Minister/Leader will also provide oversight and training for all additional aspects of BDBC Music & Worship Ministries, including audio/visual teams, multimedia productions, and volunteer-led programs (youth choir, children’s choir, senior choir, etc.). - Technical skills to effectively utilize the necessary equipment and software is required. Education: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required. A degree in music at either the undergraduate or graduate level is required. A master’s degree and/or seminary training is strongly preferred.

Worship Pastor

Broadview Baptist Church

Lubbock, TX

Broadview’s Worship Pastor is a full-time combination position (approximately 40 hours per week) designed to align the giftedness of the individual with the needs of the church. This role integrates primary leadership of engaging, Christ-centered worship services with additional ministry oversight in one or more areas — such as administration, discipleship, young adults, senior adults, or another focus — tailored to the candidate’s strengths and the church’s current priorities. This man will partner closely with our other Pastors to plan and lead worship that leads people to offer themselves to God, while also providing pastoral leadership in his assigned secondary area(s). The position emphasizes humble servant leadership, musical excellence balanced with accessibility, the ability to lead a small team of volunteers, and a willingness to become a member of the church and serve as one of the church’s Pastors/Elders. - Accountable To: Pastors/Elders and the Gathered Congregation - Position: Full-time pastoral staff (approx. 40 hours/week) - Compensation: Commensurate with experience - May Be Filled By: A Spirit-filled man called by God to serve as a Pastor, with gifts suited to worship leadership and an additional ministry focus - Key Qualities: Prayerful · Joyful · Shepherding heart · Strong musical ability (voice, guitar, or keyboard) · Skilled at leading & equipping volunteers · Relational and pastoral gifts - Core Passions: Experiencing and leading others into God’s presence through worship · Ministering through music and the Word with excellence and accessibility · Building healthy teams · Seeing people grow in Christ - Availability: Immediately upon hire, or by December 31, 2026 Worship Leadership (Primary Focus) - Lead Sunday morning worship services (and occasional evening or special events) in an engaging, Christ-centered manner. - Plan biblically-based and theologically-sound worship sets in coordination with preaching themes; lead mid-week rehearsals with the volunteer Worship Team. - Oversee musical and technological equipment for worship, ensuring excellence and accessibility. - Recruit, train, and spiritually shepherd the worship team volunteers. Secondary Ministry Oversight & General Pastoral Duties - Provide pastoral leadership in one or more assigned areas (e.g., administration, discipleship/Christian education, young adults, or senior adults). - Partner with the other Pastors in church-wide ministry, prayer, and leadership; participate in Pastor/Elder meetings. - Provide pastoral care as needed and serve as one of the church’s Pastors (including becoming a church member). - Other duties as assigned to support the mission of Broadview Baptist Church.

Senior Pastor

First Baptist Church of Samson

Samson, AL

First Baptist Church is located in Samson, AL. Samson is a small, rural community in the west side of Geneva County. Samson is a community of a little over 2,000 people who love and are faithful to their community in all aspects. The Senior Pastor is the spiritual leader of the church. We believe that Jesus Christ is our Shepherd and the pastor is the under-shepherd. the primary role of the pastor is to lead this body of believers into a functioning New Testament, visionary church. Qualifications: The qualifications of the pastor is outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-7; 1 Peter 5:1-3; and Titus 1:5-9. Additionally, the pastor should possess such training and experiences. Duties: The pastor shall: – Lead the church in the achievement of its mission and purposes – Proclaim the gospel to believers and unbelievers – Care for the church members and other persons in the community – Administer the ordinances