Trinity Baptist Church of Florence, South Carolina
Trinity Baptist Church, located in Florence, South Carolina is currently seeking a full-time experienced pastor who is an energetic visionary leader, with strong interpersonal and communication skills, who listens to the hearts of people and preaches the passionate gospel.
Trinity was established 145 years ago as a Bush Harbor and has grown and stood as a strong beacon of God’s light through the years. We are seeking the one whom God has prepared to lead us as our Pastor. Our Pastoral Search Committee is officially accepting letters of interest with resumes until August 15, 2013 for its congregation of 250-300 members. The applicant must be a God led individual with characteristics as described in 1 Peter 5:1-4, 1 Timothy 3:2-7; 4:11-16, and Titus 1:6-8 who abides by these characteristics in their ministry, personal life, family relationships, and who is ready to work diligently to teach the people of God as dictated by Ephesians 4:11-13.
The applicant must be an ordained minister, possess a minimum of a Master of Divinity degree from an accredited theological seminary, college, or university, and have at least five years of progressive pastoral/leadership experience. The applicant must demonstrate a willingness to be dedicated to fulfilling the mission of Trinity Baptist Church in harmony with God’s Holy Word.
JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW
The pastor is responsible to the church to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to teach biblical revelation, to engage in pastoral care ministries, to provide administrative leadership in all areas of church life and to act as the chief administrator. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Planning and conducting the worship services, prepare and deliver sermons, lead in observance of ordinances.
- Conducting bible-centered teaching by way of weekly Bible studies and other related venues for teaching the Word of God.
- Leading in planning, executing and evaluating comprehensive church programs of worship, education, evangelism, missions and ministries for all ages.
- Guiding the ministry of the deacons by equipping them for effective spiritual leadership in the church.
- Providing leadership and working cooperatively with church officers, ministries, committees and members as they perform their assigned responsibilities.
- Enhancing and maintaining an organized Christian education program which results in spiritual growth of church leaders, members, and the community-at-large.
- Acting as moderator of church business meetings.
- Displaying a teachable spirit, seeking continuous acquisition of biblical knowledge and their application to today’s life.
- Conducting counseling sessions, wedding ceremonies and funeral services.
- Cooperating with associational, state and community denominational leaders in matters of mutual interest and concern.
For consideration, please forward letters of interest with resumes no later than August 15, 2013 to:
Trinity Baptist Church
ATTN: Deacon Alonzo Davis, Pastoral Search Committee Chairperson
124 West Darlington Street
Florence, South Carolina 29501
ADDITONAL INFORMATION:
The committee will acknowledge receipt of all resumes and letters of interest. All information presented will be treated as confidential. Applicants must consent to credit and criminal background checks and drug screenings.
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