Pastor Openings

The Zion Missionary Baptist Church located at 1601 East Laurel, Springfield, Illinois, is prayerfully seeking God’s guidance in securing a Pastor to fill our Pastoral opening. The Zion Missionary Baptist Church was organized in April 1838.  It is the 3rd oldest black Baptist church in the State of Illinois. Click here to download requirements. Interested persons should visit the website to view the qualifications, duties, responsibilities, and complete the application. The position will remain open until filled.

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New Hope Baptist Church of Oakland, California seeks a Senior Pastor who exhibits a passion
for God; has a Christ-like spirit of love, honesty and compassion; emulates the characteristics of
a leader as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1: 6-9 by modeling the lifestyle of a fully
devoted follower of Christ; and is ready to work diligently to equip the people of God as dictated
by Ephesians 4:11-13. These qualities will abide in the Candidate’s ministry, personal life and
family relationships. The Candidate must possess and be able to demonstrate a disciplined life of
fellowship with God through daily prayer and Bible study.

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The Zion Baptist Church of Waterbury, CT is prayerfully seeking a Pastor for its congregation. We seek a Baptist biblical leader who will teach and preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. Must be equipped to provide bible-based training and committed to offering pastoral care. Zion Baptist Church was established in 1921 and is affiliated with the Connecticut State Missionary Baptist Convention and National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. Candidates must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College/University or Theological Seminary training (Master’s preferred). We are seeking a Pastor as identified in 1 Timothy 3:1-7. Titus I: 6-9 and Peter 5:2-3 with a passion for Matthew 28:19-20. Please submit a resume, cover letter and video of a sermon (recorded in the last 90 days) to zbcpastoralsearch@gmail.com or by Mail to 137 Pearl Street, Waterbury, CT, 06704. Closing date will be Wednesday April 1, 2020 at 11:59pm. Please no phone calls.

We are excited to learn more about your God-given gifts and talents to advance His kingdom! Our work environment is relaxed and family-friendly and our staff members are regularly encouraged in their own spiritual walk and growth to lean onto the power and presence of the Holy Spirit to fulfill their part in accomplishing His purpose here. We also believe that a Senior Pastor shall meet the qualifications found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-8.   Applications will be accepted until May 8, 2020. 

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The Victory Temple Missionary Baptist Church of Alexandria, VA is prayerfully seeking a dynamic and energetic individual to serve as Pastor.  The ideal candidate will be a visionary with exceptional interpersonal, pastoral and spiritual leadership skills who will sustain our current membership and attract new disciples. Additionally, the applicant must also be a teacher and preacher led by the Holy Spirit, with the ability to develop and deliver biblically sound, Spirit filled, sermons and teachings. The applicant must be a licensed and ordained, Baptist minister of the Gospel. Applications will be accepted until April 15, 2020.

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First Baptist Church, Apple Street is seeking a senior pastor who provides spiritual, pastoral, outreach, administrative and servant leadership to the church.  Teaches and preaches the word of God.  Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge of the Bible, and a clearly defined vision for the church.  The senior pastor leads by word and example, guides the church to accomplish the work of Christ and the mission of the church.  Proclaims God’s word, leads the congregation in both spiritual and numerical growth, equips leaders, mission, is devoted to prayer, assures care and mobilizes resources.  Applications will be accepted until April 10, 2020. 

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The New Hope Baptist Church, of Evansville, IN is prayerfully seeking applicants for a new
Senior Pastor. New Hope is a 150-year-old church in the Evansville community. We are looking
for a God fearing individual who will lead our church body in a new growth and equip us to
share our faith. This position requires gifts in leadership, communication, administration, and a
heart to see people grow in the knowledge of God and their identity in Christ. This person
must demonstrate maturity in their faith, have at least 3-5 years’ of Pastoral experience, and
be able to manifest a vision through team work and leadership development. This person must
also be able to work through conflict in a way that furthers intimacy, be in their own process of
personal growth, and be open to direction and mentoring.  The deadline to submit applications is March 30, 2020. 

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Green Street Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky is prayerfully seeking candidates to apply for the position of full-time pastor. God has blessed Green Street for 175 years and is the second oldest African American church in Louisville, Kentucky. Our Mission is to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teach them to obey everything that Jesus has commanded. Our Vision is to be Christ-centered, Holy Spirit filled, fellowship of born-again believers seeking and submitting to the perfect will of God as revealed in the Bible, and working together to bring the unsaved to Christ.

Applications accepted until February 28, 2020.

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Antioch Missionary Baptist Church of Syracuse, New York is prayerfully seeking a Pastor who is called by God and equipped to effectively teach and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, according to the word of God. Antioch Missionary Baptist Church has a strong foundation in our community and in our beliefs. Our faith has reflected a symbol of love and hope in the inner city for 35 years. We believe our next incoming pastor should possess these characteristics – education, leadership, experience, family-oriented, dynamic personal attributes and community outreach involvement.                                                                             The position will remain open until filled.

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The Senior Pastor is a spiritual leader of the church who provides programs of spiritual mission and ministry to the community served by the Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, Knoxville, TN. The Senior Pastor is the leader of worship as well as other spiritual and fellowship activities. The Senior Pastor possesses a hopeful, vibrant vision of what the Church can be and do in the world. The Senior Pastor is responsible for the daily operation and serves and supports the mission of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church.

 Deadline for submissions is March 2, 2020.

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First Corinthian Baptist Church of Philadelphia, PA founded in 1930 is 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.

All information must be submitted by June 15, 2020 or until the position is filled.

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Standing on the steadfast promises of God, Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church has been in existence for 160 years.  The church is located in the historical district of beautiful Savannah, Georgia.  Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church enjoys a rich history, where it is recognized as a “pillar church” in the community and Baptist associations on the local, district, state and national levels.  There are approximately 250 members with 24 ministries. The Church is prayerfully seeking a Senior Pastor called by God.  The primary responsibilities will be to display the qualifications listed in 1 Timothy 3:2 -7, Titus 1:7 – 9 and Acts 20:28.  The Senior Pastor should be committed to preaching the gospel of Jesus Christ and teaching sound Baptist Doctrine, while engaging in all pastoral duties.

 Applications will be accepted until March 9, 2020.

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The Senior Pastor for New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church will be a visionary individual with a proven track record of high capacity leadership with ever increasing responsibility. They will be highly relational and able to work with church leadership, ministerial staff, and the congregation at large. The ideal candidate will be spiritually mature and possess a passionate love for God, His Church, the community, and reaching the world for Jesus Christ. They must be a creative preacher/teacher, able to powerfully teach God’s Word, and have demonstrated ability to effectively connect people to Christ and the church. They will develop and cast the mission, vision, and values of New Prospect and work with the ministry leaders to identify and align ministry strategies to fulfill the church’s mission to the community. Click the link to the left for full requirements.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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The Whitestone Baptist Church family is in search of a dynamic and energetic individual to serve as Senior Pastor.  The ideal candidate will be a visionary with exceptional interpersonal, pastoral and spiritual leadership skills.  The Whitestone Baptist Church of Baltimore City was founded in 1941.  Since its founding, the Church has only been under the governance of two Pastors, the late Rev. William H. Thompson and Rev. Elmore E. Warren Jr.  Pastor Warren is retiring as Senior Pastor and Teacher after thirty-five years of faithful and dedicated leadership.  An applicant must be licensed and ordained as a Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and be baptized and filled with the Holy Ghost according to Acts 2:4 and Acts 2:38.  The applicant must be able to edify congregants through the preaching of God’s word. Click here for a list of the full requirements. Deadline for receipt of complete application packet: February 28, 2020.

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The student pastor will plan, organize and coordinate a comprehensive student ministry to fulfill the vision of the Pastor and the mission of the church. Click here for a full list of requirements. Visit the church website (https://gmzaustin.org) for more information. The position will remain open until filled.

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The historic Mt. Vernon Missionary Baptist Church of Rochester NY, is 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. Click here for the full listing. Applications will be accepted until February 15, 2020.

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The Young Adult Pastor will provide leadership, develop and expand the ministry of Greater Mt. Zion Church to the young adult generation (26-35): singles, couples, and young families.  Click here for full requirements. For more information about the church visit https://gmzaustin.org/ministries/. The positin will remain open until filled.

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The Second Baptist Church of Detroit, located in the Greektown district of downtown Detroit, is the oldest African American congregation in Michigan and, according to some sources, the Midwest. The role of the Senior Pastor at Second Baptist Church is to be the face and the voice of the church, leading the charge to fulfill its mission. The Senior Pastor will work with the Trustees, Deacons, and other various boards and auxiliaries of the church to carry out its mission. The position will remain open untl filled. Click the link for more detailed information.

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St. Timothy Missionary Baptist Church, located in Dayton, Ohio and organized in 1975, is seeking an ideal Pastor who is called by God and dedicated to the ministry of the Lord Jesus Christ. The Pastor shall be guided by the principles set forth in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. The Pastor shall direct and 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 seek to lead the congregation with vision and purpose. The Pastor shall be a believer in the basic doctrine of the Baptist Church and a committed Preacher of the Gospel, with theological education and work experience. Click here for full requirements. The position will remain open until filled.

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