Pastor/Elder

Job Description

Church Overview
Remembrance Community Church is a Reformed Baptist congregation located in Morgan County, Georgia. Remembrance exists by the grace of God and for the glory of God, which is the ultimate purpose of all its activities. We seek to glorify God by promoting His worship (John 4:23,24; 1 Pet 2:5) edifying and equipping the saints (Eph 4:11-16); spreading the gospel of Christ both locally and worldwide (Mat 28:18-20; Luke 24:46-48); seeking whenever possible to strengthen other churches, promoting biblical faithfulness and purity in all the assemblies of Christ (Acts 15:36,41; Acts 16:5); and seeking to minister relief to the needy, especially among the saints (Rom 15:26,27; Gal 2:10). We acknowledge that the Holy Scriptures are the only sufficient, certain, and infallible rule of all saving knowledge, faith, and obedience (2LBCF 1:1). We also adopt as the fullest expression of our faith the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689. We consider this document to be an excellent expression of the teaching of the Word of God. We find it to be a confirmation of faith, a means of edification, an aid in controversy, and a basis for church unity.
We are praying for a man prepared, gifted, and called by the Holy Spirit to the office of Pastor/Elder in our church. A man who desires this weighty office and will lovingly shepherd the flock of God that is among us, exercising oversight. (1 Pet 5:2)
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Position Title
Pastor/Elder
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Purpose of the Position
The work of the Pastor/Elder is to give constant attention to the service of Christ in His church in the ministry of the Word and prayer. They are to watch over the souls of church members as those who must give an account to Christ. (Acts 6:4; Hebrews 13:17)
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Primary Responsibilities
Preaching, Teaching, Leading the worship of God
• Faithfully preach and teach the Word of God through exegetical, expositional ministry.
• Be a man devoted to prayer.
• Guard the doctrinal integrity of the church.
• Order God’s worship according to the Holy Scriptures on the Lord’s Day.
• Administer the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
• Equip the saints for the work of ministry through teaching and discipleship.
Pastoral Shepherding
• Shepherd the congregation with wisdom, compassion, and spiritual oversight.
• Provide pastoral care for each member through personal, compassionate interaction: home visits, hospital visits, etc.
• Provide biblical counseling as needed.
• Pray regularly for the members of the church.
• Exercise church discipline in accordance with the Scriptures.
• Be an example to the flock in personal holiness, family leadership, and love for Christ’s church.
Leadership and Oversight
• Serve faithfully within a plurality-of-elders.
• Lead in a manner marked by humility, unity, and accountability.
• Work cooperatively with deacons and ministry leaders.
• Encourage the spiritual growth and unity of the congregation.
• Help develop future leaders and elders within the church.
Evangelism and Missions:
• Model and encourage personal and corporate evangelism.
• Promote the spread of the gospel locally and globally.
• Support the church’s involvement in missions and church planting.
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Qualifications
Candidates must meet the biblical qualifications for elders set forth in:
• 1 Timothy 3:1–7
• Titus 1:5–9
• 1 Peter 5:1–4
In addition, the candidate should demonstrate:
• A credible profession of faith in Christ.
• A clear sense of a divine calling to pastoral ministry.
• A life marked by godly character, personal holiness, humility, and faithful leadership within his home.
• A demonstrated ability to preach and teach the Scriptures exegetically, expositionally, accurately, and pastorally.
• A commitment to the ordinary means of grace, including the centrality of preaching, prayer, the ordinances, and biblical church membership.
• Full subscription to the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith as a faithful and comprehensive summary of biblical doctrine, without mental reservation.
• A willingness to teach and uphold the doctrines contained in the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith in the life and ministry of the church.
• A commitment to shepherding the church in accordance with Scripture through pastoral oversight, discipleship, prayer, and biblical church discipline.
• The ability to labor peaceably and joyfully alongside fellow elders, deacons, and church members for the unity and edification of the body of Christ.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills characterized by gentleness, wisdom, and integrity.
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Preferred Qualifications
• Formal theological education is preferred, though not required.
• Prior pastoral or elder experience is preferred.
• Experience in discipleship, counseling, and leadership development is beneficial.
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Compensation and Support
Compensation package includes:
• Base Salary
• Housing Allowance
• Health Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Ministry Expense Reimbursement
The church desires to support its pastor in a manner consistent with biblical principles and the church’s financial ability.
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Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following:
• Resume and cover letter
• Personal testimony and testimony of call to ministry
• Statement regarding doctrinal convictions and subscription to the Second London Baptist Confession of Faith
• Link(s) to recent sermon videos
• References (3-personal, 3-pastoral)
Applications and inquiries may be sent to:

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