Part-time Pastor

PASTOR (PART-TIME)Hopeful Baptist Church2973 Winter Rd, Blythe, GA 30805Position DetailsCompensation: $40,000 / yearHousing Allowance: Allocation Available (for eligible clergy)Service Schedule: Sunday Morning Worship; Sunday School; Wednesday Evening Service; Regular Monthly Church ActivitiesPosition Type: Part-Time / Bi-vocationalPurposeThe Pastor serves as the church’s primary shepherd-teacher and spiritual leader, faithfully preaching the Word of God, administering the ordinances, equipping the saints for ministry, and leading the church in fulfilling the Great Commission.Biblical QualificationsThe Pastor must meet the qualifications set forth in 1 Timothy 3:1–7, Titus 1:5–9, and 1 Peter 5:1–4, demonstrating godly character, doctrinal faithfulness, humility, and a shepherd’s heart for God’s people. In accordance with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, the office of Pastor is limited to men as qualified by Scripture.Primary ResponsibilitiesPreaching & TeachingPrepare and preach biblically faithful, Christ-centered sermons for Sunday morning worshipLead the Wednesday evening Bible study/prayer serviceGuard doctrinal integrity and promote spiritual growth within the congregationShepherding & Pastoral CarePray regularly for the church bodyProvide pastoral counsel, encouragement, and spiritual careConduct weddings, funerals, and crisis ministry as neededOrdinancesLead and administer Baptism and the Lord’s Supper in accordance with Scripture and church doctrineLeadership & EquippingProvide biblical leadership and spiritual direction for the churchEquip believers for ministry in accordance with Ephesians 4:11–12Disciple and develop leaders within the congregationDeacon Training & Ministry SupportProvide Biblical guidance and training to equip deacons for effective servant ministryFacilitate and equip the deacons to lead member visitation and spiritual care efforts, ensuring the congregation’s needs are met through shared ministry.Foster unity and cooperation between pastoral leadership and deacons in ministryOutreach & MissionLead the church in evangelism and community engagementEncourage participation in cooperative mission workDoctrinal CommitmentThe Pastor must affirm, support, and teach in agreement with the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, and cooperate with the local Southern Baptist Association and state convention.The Pastor must be ordained by a Southern Baptist church, or willing to pursue ordination in cooperation with Hopeful Baptist Church.AvailabilityAs a part-time, bi-vocational shepherd, the Pastor will maintain reasonable accessibility to members and respond to ministry needs in a timely manner. This role does not require full-time office hours or continuous on-call availability. Emergency needs will be addressed as reasonably possible within the scope of part-time ministry.AccountabilityThe Pastor is accountable to the congregation and serves in accordance with the church constitution and bylaws. The Pastor will receive an annual evaluation conducted by the Deacons and Trustees. The evaluation will be discussed with the Pastor prior to presentation to the congregation at the annual business meeting.Preferred Experience & SkillsPrior experience serving as a pastor or in church leadershipFormal theological education or ministry training (not required)Demonstrated ability to preach, teach, and shepherd effectivelyProven ability to train and lead others in ministryStrong communication, organization, and relational skills