Pastor

Adams Village Baptist Church (AVBC) (https://www.adamsvillagebaptistchurch.com), a medium-sized Baptist church in southern Jefferson County, NY, is seeking a new pastor to help our faithful, mission-minded congregation (82 active members) discern the path that God has planned for us.

The Church: In support of our mission “to be a Christian community where people feel inspired to share their time and talents to glorify God and experience His love as they grow in faith and fellowship,” we have a supportive Church Council; an excellent choir; a dedicated Missions Team; a small children’s Sunday School program; an adult Bible Study group; and an extremely active slate of volunteers who lead a wide variety of fellowship activities.

The Candidate: We recognize that excellent pastors are in high demand and short supply. Therefore, we welcome applicants who are seeking full-time, part-time, bi-vocational or shared positions. And, though our affiliation with American Baptist Churches, USA is an important part of our history, we are open to considering a qualified candidate who possesses the spirituality, leadership, compassion, and enthusiasm that would make him/her a good fit for AVBC. Our hearts and minds are open to the person God has prepared to help us realize our vision: “AVBC – A place where people of all ages connect with God’s word and live it out loud!”

Responsibilities: • Deliver engaging sermons and teachings that inspire and guide the congregation. • Provide bereavement support and hospice care to families in need. • Lead and mentor church members through various programs and events. • Plan and organize church events, ensuring effective communication and collaboration. • Manage conflicts and crises within the community with compassion and understanding. • Offer Christian counseling and guidance to individuals seeking spiritual support.

Qualifications: • Strong public speaking and presentation skills • Proven leadership and effective communication abilities • Excellent writing skills for sermon preparation and community outreach • Background in teaching and mentoring within a church setting • Proficient in event planning, crisis intervention, and conflict management.

Compensation Total Package: $60,000 – $70,000

The Process: Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions: Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor at AVBC? Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of AVBC? In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of AVBC? Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to [email protected]