Website Calvary Baptist
Position: Senior Pastor
Location: Calvary Baptist Church, 715 West Louisiana, Durant, OK 74701
Type: Full-Time
About Us:
Calvary Baptist Church, located in Durant, Oklahoma, is a vibrant and welcoming congregation committed to glorifying God through worship, discipleship, and service. Our church has a rich history of spiritual growth and community involvement, and we are seeking a dynamic and faithful leader to guide us into the next chapter of our ministry.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Pastor who is called by God to provide spiritual leadership, pastoral care, and vision for our congregation. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, a compassionate shepherd, and a visionary leader with a heart for evangelism, discipleship, and missions.
Key Responsibilities
Preaching and Teaching: Deliver engaging and biblically sound sermons that encourage personal reflection and spiritual growth, challenging the congregation to live out their faith with intentionality.
Pastoral Care: Provide empathetic and supportive pastoral care, offering guidance during personal and spiritual challenges, particularly in times of crisis, illness, and bereavement, and assist members in making wise, faith-driven decisions.
Leadership and Vision: Guide the church, its leadership, and the congregation in developing and implementing a clear, forward-looking vision for the church, with a focus on spiritual growth, outreach, and community involvement.
Administration: Oversee the administration of the church, including staff supervision, budgeting, and church operations, in collaboration with the church council and other leadership teams.
Community Outreach: Lead and participate in community outreach initiatives that reflect our church’s commitment to serving others and sharing God’s love in practical, impactful ways.
Discipleship: Foster a culture of discipleship within the church, encouraging members to grow deeper in their faith and take personal responsibility for their spiritual journey.
Missions: Promote and support mission efforts that emphasize the importance of sharing God’s grace and love with others, both locally and globally.
Qualifications:
· A clear and demonstrated calling to pastoral ministry.
· Ordained and in good standing with the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC).
· A strong commitment to the doctrinal beliefs and practices of the Southern Baptist faith.
A bachelor’s degree, preferably with formal theological training (MDiv preferred).
· Minimum of 5 years of pastoral experience, preferably in a senior pastor or associate pastor role.
· Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
· A heart for evangelism, discipleship, and missions.
· Ability to work collaboratively with church staff, leadership, and the congregation.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following via email [email protected] or by mail:
1. A cover letter detailing your call to ministry and why you feel led to apply for this position.
2. A resume outlining your education, ministry experience, and any relevant achievements.
3. References from previous ministry roles.
4. A sermon video or audio recording (if available).
Application Deadline: September 30, 2024
Submit Applications To:
Calvary Baptist Church
Attn: Pastor Search Committee
715 West Louisiana
Durant, OK 74701
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (580) 924-0862