Lead Pastor – Temple Baptist Church

Lead Pastor – Temple Baptist Church

Temple Baptist Church (www.jamestowntbc.org) in Jamestown, North Dakota, is seeking its next lead pastor, and the timing could not be better to join this faithful church family as we explore how to more effectively achieve the mission to which God has called us: “To Know God and Make Him Known.” We are eager to call an experienced pastor and leader to guide us, encourage us, and challenge us as we adventure together for continued impact in Jamestown and the surrounding communities.

Affiliated with the North American Baptist Conference (NAB), Temple Baptist Church (TBC) has a wonderful history of ministry in Jamestown and the surrounding area. Founded in 1964, TBC was planted by a small group of faithful believers. From the humble planting team of 70 who gathered on that first Sunday, to the nearly 300 who worship at TBC today, this church has continued to influence and serve their community for Jesus Christ. TBC offers two identical services each Sunday, the second service livestreamed. We focus on biblical teaching, with a contemporary and engaging style of worship.

TBC understands that we are not “hiring” a lead pastor but intentionally, carefully, and prayerfully seeking to discover the servant leader whom God is “calling” to shepherd this flock in Jamestown, North Dakota. This profile is not an expression of professional skills as much as an expression of shepherd-like qualities we believe important to help us accomplish God’s mission for us in the 21^st century.

Requirements and Qualifications

Apart from the clear Biblical qualifications listed in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1:

• Minimum of 5 years pastoral church ministry, preferably as lead pastor.
• If married, a wife with a heart for ministry and very supportive of her husband and his ministry. (She, however, will not be expected to fill a formal ministry role.)
• Master of Divinity from an evangelical seminary.
• Previous experience managing multiple staff and willingness to serve with our existing full-time staff (and church counselor), pastoral intern, and part-time staff (preschool and elementary school students) as “first among equals” (i.e., – overseeing their work while valuing their call to ministry). Also overseeing the administrative assistant in the office.
• Ordained or licensed and has those credentials with the NAB. If not, is willing to pursue full ordination credentials with the NAB.

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