Mt. Moriah Baptist Church located in Starr, South Carolina (Anderson County/Upstate South Carolina) is
seeking a Pastor called by God dedicated to the ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Pastor shall be guided by
the principles set forth in I Timothy 3:1-7. The Pastor shall instruct the congregation in religious truth and
guide the church to internal order. All candidates must be licensed and ordained in the Baptist Church and
seeking to lead the 200 – 250 congregation as a visionary of God to further grow the church. The Pastor shall
be a believer in the basic doctrine of the regular Missionary Baptist Church and a Preacher of the Gospel.
Theological education and work experience shall be such as to provide with the ability to exercise intellectual
and spiritual leadership for the congregation. All such education and work experience shall be verified.
A successful candidate will meet the following minimum criteria:
- Licensed and Ordained Baptist Minister
- Bachelor Degree in Theology, Divinity or Biblical Studies from an accredited institution
- Pastoral experience (3 – 6 years significant related ministry experience which includes experience in
church administration (e.g. Assistant Pastor, Senior Pastor, Associate Minister, Ministerial Leader)
- Candidates’ personal character and financial standing must be above reproach
- Demonstrated ability to deliver biblically sound (stimulating, inspirational, spirit filled) sermons
The following are primary duties of a pastor:
- Serve as a spiritual leader for the congregation
- Provide guidance and support for all ministries of the church
- Effective Preacher & Teacher
- Effective Administrator
- Effective Communicator and Listener
- Plan and conduct worship service
- Officiate weddings, funerals, baby dedications, etc.
- Pastoral counseling
- Lead in administering the Holy ordinances of Baptism and Communion
- Provide pastoral ministry to those experiencing illness, bereavement or other conditions
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse population
- Support and Commit to the Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Covenant, By-Laws, and Mission Statement
- Able to collaborate with the deacons, trustees, officers and others to administer church business
- Strong supporter of Youth Ministries/Programs
- Community involvement
- A love for the congregations’ spiritual care and welfare
- Perform other duties as may be required
All interested persons should submit cover letter, resume, 8 page application, degrees/certifications/licenses,
and a DVD of a recent sermon postmarked by August 7, 2013 to:
Mt. Moriah Baptist Church
Attn: Pastoral Search Committee
P.O. Box 13006
Anderson, South Carolina 29624
Missing information may result in automatic disqualification.
To view the application form go to: http://resources.razorplanet.com/510611-8783/pastoralsearch1370724311.pdf
Filed under: Vacant Churches
