Bi-Vocational Senior Pastor

Job Description

Mountain View Baptist Church is seeking a Senior Pastor with a strong commitment to serving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, who consistently maintains a growing and deepening relationship with Him. The ideal candidate for this role is marked by biblical expository preaching and shepherding. He will demonstrate a heart for discipleship and evangelism, will relate well with people of all ages, and will creatively adapt to new ways of impacting the congregation and the culture without compromising God’s Word. He will implement visionary leadership toward the mission of seeking to treasure Christ – together.
• Salary: $40,000 yearly
• Vacation: 3 weeks yearly

Mountain View Baptist Church located in Roswell, NM is seeking a Bi-Vocational Senior Pastor.
Primary Responsibilities of the Senior Pastor
Preaching and Worship:
— Prepare and expository preach God’s Word faithfully on Sunday mornings and for special services.
— Meet regularly with the staff/volunteers to coordinate the themes and content of the worship services and ensure complete preparation for weekly worship.
— Share in the oversight and administration of the sacraments with the Elders and Deacons.
Leadership and Administration:
— Bring biblical truth and a Christ-like example to all areas of ministry at Mountain View Baptist Church.
— Work with leadership, Staff, and the congregation to help fulfill the mission of Mountain View Baptist Church.
— Provide leadership that equips, empowers, and encourages Staff and volunteers to most effectively impact the areas of ministry where they serve.
— Represent Christ and the congregation faithfully within our community and denomination.
— Defend and uphold the unity of the Body of Christ, both universal and local.
Congregational Care:
— Work with the Staff, Elders, and Deacons to discern and provide appropriate care to the congregation and community.
— Conduct pastoral care and hospital visits as needed and in partnership with the Staff, Elders, and Deacons.
— Provide individual short-term pastoral counseling for members as able/requested and make referrals to other helping agencies and counselors as needed.
— Administer weddings and funerals as able/requested.
— Work to develop deep, mutually accountable friendships among the people of Roswell.

Discipleship and Evangelism:
— Provide leadership and equipping for adult discipleship.
— Along with the members, provide oversight for the discipleship of children and youth.
— Schedule and or lead classes or seminars that help members and visitors deepen their faith in the Word and commitment of the goals of Mountain View Baptist Church..
— Emphasize and fan the flame of evangelism through prayer, preaching, leadership, and decision-making.
— Model personal evangelism through connections with unchurched individuals, visitors, and outreach efforts.
— Support the Ministry Teams that promote growth and outreach.
Personal Qualifications:
— Pursue growth as a disciple of Christ and engage in regular spiritual disciplines.
— Possess prior experience as a teaching/preaching pastor.
— Affirm the authority of Scripture, the Sovereignty of God, the Lordship of Jesus Christ and the Guidance of the Holy Spirit.
— Interpret cultural issues according to their philosophical and theological foundations and equip the congregation to respond within a Biblical worldview to impact the world without compromising God’s Word.
— Model and encourage a lifestyle of prayer and promote the importance of prayer.
— Model integrity and responsibility in family roles and relationships.
— Model a Biblical work ethic.
Accountability:
— Maintain healthy boundaries and balance between family and work.
— Establish office hours and maintain a personal weekly schedule with flexibility as needed.
— Complete a formal evaluation once a year with Mountain View Baptist Church..
— Regularly seek the wisdom and input of other Pastors and those who fill a discipling role.
— Utilize provided professional development time and funding for the benefit of the ministry at Mountain View Baptist Church.
— Utilize provided counseling time and funding for personal spiritual well-being.
— Participate in a network with other area pastors that meet regularly for support, resourcing, and encouragement.