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Vacant Pulpit: Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, Charleston, West Virginia (Deadline: November 26, 2015)
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Vacant Pulpit: Gospel Temple Missionary Baptist Church (Memphis, TN) Deadline: March 31, 2016
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Vacant Pulpit: Thankful Missionary Baptist Church, Chattanooga, TN (Deadline: May 1, 2016)
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Vacant Pulpit: Congdon Street Baptist Church, Providence, RI (Deadline: February 29, 2016)
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Vacant Pulpit: Second Baptist Church, Fresno, CA (Deadline: March 31, 2016)
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Vacant Pulpit: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Columbus, OH (Deadline: March 4, 2016)
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Vacant Pulpit: Second Baptist Church, Reno, NV (Deadline: March 16, 2016)
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Vacant Pulpit: Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Flint, MI (Deadline: June 30, 2016)
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Vacant Pulpit: Mercy Seat Missionary Baptist Church, St. Louis, MO (Deadline: June 12, 2016)
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Vacant Pulpit: Inkster Springhill Missionary Baptist Church, Inkster, MI (Deadline: February 15, 2016)
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Announcing the 2016 Biblical Exposition Conference, April 11-14, 2016
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The Preacher Who Could Not Celebrate
By Robert Earl Houston
Hello everyone. It’s been a while. I’ve just been super-busy in life lately and I don’t want to fall down the “gotta put something out” rabbit hole every week. I pray you’re doing well.
Many years ago I served in a community on the west coast and there was a pastor of a rather good sized church who had a strange paradigm – he was ridiculously complimentary of any church and pastor that was “at his level” or larger . . . But when it came to “smaller” pastors and churches, he was dismissive even to a point of being nasty about it.
I think one of the problems in the pastoral ranks is that we’ve starting ranking pastors. I appreciate the T.D. Jakeses, the Joel Osteens, the Paul Mortons, the Joseph Walkers, the Kenneth Ulmers . . . But there are pastors right in my community, my state who have preached just as fervently, love their churches just as passionately and they may not have grand stages, they are making a difference in their communities.
In my home community of Portland, OR, there was a pastor named Jerry G. Myers. Pastor Myers came up through the ranks at my mom’s home church, Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, and he pastored a congregation, 50 miles away in Longview, Washington. Pastor Myers was faithful. Man, I don’t know if I could have done it, but he made the distance to that church, even sometimes when it was just him and a handful of people who trod out in the snow. He was well respected and lived to be over 100. He was celebrated by his peers. No, he didn’t see 500 a Sunday. No, he didn’t have a choir and excellent organist. No, he didn’t appear on CBN or TBN or The Word Network. But Jerry Myers was faithful.
You can learn (and appreciate) the work and ministry of any pastor – no matter the site of his church. I’ve lived long enough to hear people equate crowd with blessings . . . But it was a crowd that rebelled against Moses in the desert. It was a crowd that put David on the run when Absalom was after him. And we all know, it was a crowd that cried out “crucify HIm” against Jesus, our Christ.
So this is my appeal – celebrate EVERYONE. Even if you have to do so on credit until you get an understanding of their circumstance. Birthday? Celebrate them. Anniversary? Celebrate them. Accomplishment, large or small? Celebrate them. To not celebrate a colleague is to create an impression that “you’re too big” or “two shallow.”
Maybe the reason why people don’t rejoice with you is because you don’t rejoice with them.
Consider this. Paul never pastored but he heaped praise upon those who did. Selah.
Filed under: Pastors, Uncategorized, Wisdom
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Homegoing of a Saint – Dr. James C.E. Faulkner, Portland, Oregon
Dr. James Clarence Edward Faulkner, Pastor Emeritus of the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church of Portland, Oregon has entered into the promise of Eternal Life on Sunday, November 16, 2015 after a long illness.
Dr. Faulkner served as the Dean and President of the Portland District Sunday School, BTU and Ushers Congress, Vice Moderator of the Union District Baptist Association and served in several capacities in the General Baptist Convention of the Northwest. He also preached at the National Baptist Convention of America, Inc.
Particularly, Dr. Faulkner was noted for his teaching abilities. He was a tremendous Bible teacher and served the St. Paul church for well over 35 years as their Pastor. His theme for his ministry at St. Paul was “Do as the Spirit says do.”
EDITOR’S NOTE: It was my privilege to have preached for Pastor Faulkner on several occasions during my teenage years and in my twenties. He would not only allow you to preach, but he also gave you a critique of your preaching – even if it were painful. I will never forget a conversation we had after I had moved from Portland, and how encouraging he was and expressed his pride in how the Lord had used me. He was the chief catechizer for the ordination of Rev. Walter M. Brown, Jr. and myself.
Dr. Faulkner, a native of a small town, Uno, Kentucky, came to Portland in the early 1970s due to his insurance executive position. He shortly united with the Vancouver Avenue First Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Dr. O.B. Williams. He was called to St. Paul in 1975 and it became a beacon in the North Portland area and a training ground for believers.
He was especially fond of mentoring young preachers many of whom went on to pastoral, teaching and preaching ministries. He became a pastor to several pastors and ministers throughout the years.
Services are scheduled for Monday, November 30, 2015 at the Vancouver Avenue Baptist Church, 3138 North Vancouver Avenue, Portland, Oregon, Dr. Matt Hennessee, Pastor, at 10:00 a.m. (PST) A private family-only visitation will be on Sunday, November 29, 2015 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (P.S.T.) at Terry Family Funeral Home. A public visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (P.S.T.) at the funeral home.
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Homegoing of a Saint – Rev. Luther C. Wyatt, Vacaville, CA
Rev. Luther C. Wyatt
Reverend Luther C. Wyatt went home to be with the Lord on January 2, 2016 in Vacaville, California.
Reverend Wyatt organized the Living Water Baptist Church of Suisun, California in 1997. The membership grew rapidly and moved later to Fairfield, California. The Church was an active member of the Progressive District Association, California State Baptist Convention, Southern Baptist Convention and the National Baptist Convention. Later they purchased a church building in Vacaville, California.
He especially loved encouraging the young people to give God their all, often telling them that serving the Lord would pay off. Many of the youth graduated from high school and went on to college obtaining various degrees in numerous fields. He served faithfully as Pastor until health challenges prevented him from fulfilling his full duties as Pastor. He retired in 2010.
Please pray for his wife, Jerry Wyatt, and the Wyatt family.
Services will be on January 9, 2016 at the
Mt Calvary Baptist Church
Dr. C. Lea, Jr, Pastor
1735 Enterprise Dr. #3
Fairfield, California 94533
(information submitted by the Wyatt Family)
Filed under: Homegoing of a Saint, Uncategorized
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Homegoing of a Saint – Mother Mary Wade
LOS ANGELES – The home going services have been announced for Mother Mary Wade, the widow of Dr. J.C. Wade, Sr., and matriarch of the Wade Family.
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My Problem with Angels
As a pastor/minister who is nearing his 60th year of life (about four years from now), I am approaching the reality that one day I’m going to move from this container called “flesh” and be translated into the presence of the Lord. For some, that means an immediate transfer, for others they hold the translation that it will be after a period of “sleep” – but this is sure, my time on earth, in this form, in this body, will be done.
I’ve got a problem with angels. Because there is a false theology out there, and please hear me . . . There is no scriptural evidence . . . NONE . . . That even suggests that when a believer or any human being dies, that they are morphed into an angel. The Bible is too clear on the role of angels – messengers, primarily, and servants of the most High God who move and operate at His bidding.
The Scriptures are also crystal clear that humans/souls are completely different from Angels. According to Hebrews 2:7, humans/souls are made “a little lower” than the Angels. Angels don’t have souls like human beings do. Angels were never participants in the advent of Jesus . . . In other words, Jesus did not shed His blood at Calvary for both men and Angels. No, they are separately made beings.
Angels were created way before man came around and of course, one of their most famous, Lucifer, the Angelic chorus leader, was thrown out from Heaven along with one out of every three Angels who became renamed as demons.
My heart aches when I hear people refer to their loved ones as having died and “they got their wings.” No, there is no scriptural evidence that we get wings or we become remade into any such form. Matter of fact, the only indication of a transformation in Glory is that “we shall be like Him.” (1 John 3:2).
When I was a kid, on the old Looney Tunes cartoons, that actually was a popular explanation for children’s shows that when someone died or was killed, they became Angels. In fact, if a character died, they immediately got their wings and floated into Heaven. That might have passified and worked when I was a child, but now that I have become a man, I put away not only childish things, but childish theology.
It does a disservice to those who have gone on to lower the standard. In Glory, we shall be with the Lord forever and ever. In His glory, in magnificently made and designed bodies. Not in the costumes of an Angel, but in a body that will never decay nor age.
In the movie, Michael, starring John Travolta. An Angel came from Heaven, in human form with wings. He never said “I’m human” and in fact proudly said “I’m an Angel.” Even in that movie, the suggestion was never made to the humans he interacted with, “one day you’ll get your wings.”
When I’m gone from this life, comfort those who mourn by telling them simply, “He’s with the Lord.”
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Vacant Pulpit: Mt. Tabor Baptist Church, Miami, FL (Deadline: 5/20/2016)
Mount Tabor Missionary Baptist Church was founded in 1901 and is seeking a full-time pastor called by God who will be the spiritual leader of the congregation.
PASTOR QUALIFICATIONS
– Be licensed to preach and an ordained Baptist minister.
– Have a clear understanding of the Baptist doctrine and Articles of Faith.
– Have a minimum of three years’ experience as a Baptist pastor or an assistant to the pastor.
– Demonstrate ability to teach sound doctrine and to preach effectively from the Bible.
– Be committed to church growth and membership retention.
– Be able to articulate a vision for the church that emphasizes spiritual growth and Christian education development.
– Be able to plan and conduct worship services.
– Be committed to further religious training.
– Demonstrate a record of community and mission involvement.
– Demonstrate financial awareness and responsibility.
– Possess effective administration and leadership skills.
– Possess effective communication skills (written and oral).
– Be proficient in the use of modern technology.
– Be willing to attend, support, and encourage members to attend associations, unions, congresses and conventions with which the church is affiliated.
SUBMISSION
The following must be submitted by May 20, 2016:
– Completed application
– Completed and signed application checklist.
– Current color photo (5 x 7)
– Copy of driver’s license or state identification
– Three recommendation letters (clergy, layperson, and personal)
– Certified copies of degrees mailed from the issuing institution.
– DVD of a sermon delivered with the past year.
SUBMISSION AND CONTACT INFORMATION
Mount Tabor Missionary Baptist Church
c/o Pastor Search Committee
10500 NW 7th Avenue
Miami, FL 33150
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Vacant Pulpit: Stronger Hope Baptist Church, New Orleans, LA (Deadline: 5/21/2016)
PASTORAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Application Period April 21, 2016 – May 21, 2016
The Stronger Hope Baptist Church of New Orleans, Louisiana is prayerfully seeking a full-time pastor called by God who will be the spiritual leader of the congregation. The qualified candidate is responsible to God and the church to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to teach the Bible, to provide Christian leadership in all areas of the church and to engage in pastoral care for the congregation.
Required Qualifications:
- must be a licensed and ordained minister in the Baptist Faith
- college degree from an accredited college, university and seminary training
- the husband of one wife
- effective communication skills (written and verbal)
- possess effective administration and leadership skills
- demonstrate financial awareness and responsibility
- demonstrate ability to work with a diverse congregation across all races, genders and ages
- must be committed to continuing education and development
- a teacher of the Word of God
- a visionary with sound judgment and discernment
Interested candidates should submit:
- a completed application and current resume
- copies of degrees, ordination certificate and any other certificates
- a recent color photograph
- Statement of Faith and Vision for Stronger Hope Church (1-2 pages)
Submission: Submit the completed package by Certified Mail Only to:
Stronger Hope Baptist Church C/O Pastoral Search Committee PO Box 13654
New Orleans, Louisiana 70185
Relocation and travel expenses will not be paid. All material must be postmarked by May 21, 2016
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
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Vacant Pulpit: Middle Baptist Church, Memphis, TN (Deadline: 6/17/2016)
Basic Overview:
Middle Baptist Church of Memphis, Tennessee is prayerfully seeking a full time pastor called by God and equipped to effectively preach and teach God’s Word. The Senior Pastor must be responsible for the biblical and spiritual obligations as outlined in I Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9 and must also be a man after God’s own heart (I Samuel 16:7). The candidate must be a born again baptized believer in Jesus Christ with the ability to also fulfill the spiritual needs of the congregation through visitations, prayer, conducting weddings, funerals and administering the Ordinances of the Church. We are seeking a visionary with strong leadership skills who preaches the Gospel of Jesus Christ, teaches sound Baptist Doctrine, engages in pastoral care, directs Christian growth and development and promotes missions and the Great Commission for increasing the kingdom of God.
Principle Accountabilities:
- Must have the ability to prepare and deliver biblically sound, inspirational, and spirit-filled sermons and provide Bible-based teaching.
- Must work cooperatively and collaboratively with the Official Board and all ministries of the Church.
- Must be a visionary with sound judgment, discernment and the ability to articulate a clear vision for the future of Middle Baptist Church (ongoing).
- Must demonstrate the abilities to be an effective orator, teacher, counselor, and evangelist.
- Must be accessible, sensitive and able to relate to all demographics within the congregation.
- Must have a proven record as a skilled administrator and manager of church staff and programs.
- Must have effective communication skills (written and verbal).
- Must adhere to the church bylaws, policies and procedures adopted by the church.
- Must perform additional responsibilities as required.
Requirements:
Education:
Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent experience in pastoral ministry. Graduate of an accredited seminary, divinity school or Bible College preferred.
Must be a preacher of the Gospel with a minimum of five years of pastoral experience.
Interested Applicants must submit required information to: Pulpit Search Committee
P.O. Box 30232
Memphis, TN 38130
Résumés submitted any other way will not be acknowledged/considered.
Date Posted: 5/3/2016
Time Posted: 9:00 a.m. Central Salary Range: Negotiable
Job Posting No: 2016-1
Deadline for Applying: 6/17/2016 Deadline Time: 11:59 p.m. Central
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Leadership Team
JOB TITLE
Senior Pastor
Middle Baptist Church Job Posting Notice
BASIC FUNCTION: The Senior Pastor is to be the spiritual leader of the church. The Senior Pastor has the primary responsibility for preaching and teaching the Word of God and leading in the observance of the church ordinances. The Senior Pastor will participate in the planning of worship services and events and equip staff and lay leaders to successfully coordinate those services and events. The position will oversee and lead outreach and pastoral care efforts, including biblical counseling, performing weddings and conducting funeral services.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Senior Pastor will be called to lead the church to understand, embrace, and accomplish its mission: “to make disciples”.
The responsibilities of the Senior Pastor may be outlined in terms of his primary biblical roles as follows:
- Elder/Overseer: the principal leader and vision caster of the church (cf. Acts 20:28; Philippians 1:1; I Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; I Peter 5:1-4).
- Evangelist: models the practice of personal evangelism and ensures that the church is challenged and equipped to be obedient to the Great Commission (cf. II Timothy 4:5; Matthew 28:19).
- Shepherd: models the heart of the Chief Shepherd and ensures that the church is well led, cared for, and protected (cf. Acts 20:28; I Peter 5:1-4).
- Preacher/Teacher: the principal communicator of God’s Word in public worship and ensures that the Church is growing to maturity in Christ (cf. Acts 6:4; Ephesians 4:11; II Timothy 4:1-4; Titus 1:9).
- Equipper: partners with other leaders to empower and equip maturing members for significant service and ministry by discovering, developing, and deploying their spiritual gifts (cf. Ephesians 4:12; II Timothy 2:2).
QUALIFICATIONS:
The Senior Pastor will be one who is called of God and set apart to the gospel ministry, evangelical in theology, in accordance with the Baptist Faith and committed to living and serving in a manner consistent with the standards set forth in Scripture for such a leader. The Senior Pastor must be one who exemplifies a godly character, is compassionate in recognizing and meeting the needs of others, and demonstrates a high level of competence.
EVALUATION PERIOD: 90 days
Interested Applicants must submit required information to: Pulpit Search Committee
P.O. Box 30232Memphis, TN 38130
Résumés submitted any other way will not be acknowledged/considered.
Date Posted: 5/3/2016
Time Posted: 9:00 a.m. Central Salary Range: Negotiable
Job Posting No: 2016-1
Deadline for Applying: 6/17/2016 Deadline Time: 11:59 p.m. Central
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Leadership Team
ACCOUNTABILITY:
JOB TITLE
Senior Pastor
Middle Baptist Church Job Posting Notice (CONTINUED)
- The Senior Pastor is accountable, first and foremost, to God and His Word, and secondly to the Official Board and the membership of Middle Baptist Church.
- The Senior Pastor will maintain and enhance knowledge, skills and abilities related to this position description through necessary means of continuing education.
- This position and job description will be reviewed and evaluated annually.
SALARY: Negotiable and commensurate with skill, education and experience.
INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT:
- A completed application and current resume.
- A copy of degrees, ordination certificate and any other certificates.
- A recent color photograph.
- Two (2) DVD’s of candidate preaching a Sermon and two (2) DVD’s of candidate teaching a Bible Study Class.
About Middle Baptist Church:
Middle Baptist Church has been in existence for over one hundred twenty-six (126) years with our most recent Pastor serving 44 years before recently retiring. The active membership is approximately thirty-one hundred (3,100) and there are over twenty-three (23) active ministries. Middle Baptist Church is committed to fulfilling the mission of the church: Enhancement and Advancement of the Kingdom of God. It seeks to attain this through Worship, preaching of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, consistent Christian living by its members, evangelism, missionary endeavors, teaching of sound Baptist Doctrine and Christian Education.
Interested Applicants must submit required information to: Pulpit Search Committee
P.O. Box 30232
Memphis, TN 38130
Résumés submitted any other way will not be acknowledged/considered.
Filed under: Vacant Pulpits
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