Riverview Baptist Church is in a season of expectation as we are in the prayerful and deliberate process of seeking to fill our Pastor position. We are excited about this process and are trusting the Lord will provide the right person. The candidate must be a licensed, ordained minister who is called by God and equipped to effectively preach and teach the Word of God. The candidate must also possess the biblical and spiritual qualities as outline in I Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
The Pastor Search Committee has completed training and begun the groundwork for us to begin accepting applications. We are excited to announce that as of September 28, 2018, we are officially accepting applications for this position. Applications will be reviewed starting in October and will continue until the position is filled. This web-site can provide you with detailed information about the application process, our church, our ministries, and our community. We welcome all prospective candidates to complete the application process as outlined on the WANT TO APPLY? tab.
Our prayer throughout this process is that God’s faithfulness would be evident in our church and that He would help us steward this transition season well. Please be in prayer for our church as we search for a new Pastor to lead us. We know God has the perfect man for us. Just pray we are patient and allow Him to show us that man!
The Pastor Search Committee has completed training and begun the groundwork for us to begin accepting applications. We are excited to announce that as of September 28, 2018, we are officially accepting applications for this position. Applications will be reviewed starting in October and will continue until the position is filled. This web-site can provide you with detailed information about the application process, our church, our ministries, and our community. We welcome all prospective candidates to complete the application process as outlined on the WANT TO APPLY? tab.
Our prayer throughout this process is that God’s faithfulness would be evident in our church and that He would help us steward this transition season well. Please be in prayer for our church as we search for a new Pastor to lead us. We know God has the perfect man for us. Just pray we are patient and allow Him to show us that man!
This is the profile of the person we’re looking for in a pastor and associated job responsibilities. In it, we highlight character qualities, personality traits, theological convictions, roles, responsibilities, and expectations. You may down load a PDF version of the Pastor Profile & Job Description here.
Pastor Profile
The Pastor will lead the congregation to carry out the purpose and mission of Riverview Baptist Church in accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws. The Pastor will be an articulate advocate and communicator for the vision of God’s Church, for the Glory of God. This person will be the primary leader, teacher, and visionary and will have a broad responsibility for the spiritual welfare, growth and life of the church in all areas including discipleship, evangelism, and equipping the congregation for service. The Pastor is to embody the essence of a shepherd and servant leader.
The pastor of Riverview Baptist Church will:
Pastor Job Description: Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Our intent is that the Pastor will give leadership, oversight and delegate responsibility as appropriate. These essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Ministry of the Word, Prayer, Leadership, Evangelism & Discipleship, Shepherding & Teaching, and Pastoral Care. The Pastor will work in conjunction with the deacons and ministry leaders in the implementation of the mission and vision of the church.
Ministry of the Word
The pastor will be the primary preacher for the church and will teach God’s Word faithfully, according to sound doctrine. The pastor should be committed to an exposition of Holy Scripture that is relevant, authentic and personally applicable. The pastor will:
Prayer
The pastor will model and encourage Kingdom-focused prayer by spending time praying daily for the ministry of the church, and by providing discipleship to others in prayer at the individual, family, and group levels. He will conduct scheduled prayer meetings of the church and any called for special occasions, needs, and circumstances.
Leadership
The pastor will develop a rich worship life in the church, planning and leading the order of worship in collaboration with ministry leaders and volunteers. The pastor will cultivate and demonstrate a heart for proclaiming the Gospel in Calhoun, Georgia the surrounding region, and the world, thus continuing Riverview’s active participation in the Great Commission. The pastor will serve as a member of the deacon body and the ministry leadership team. The pastor will:
b. Work with the deacons and ministry leaders to coordinate and execute an annual church strategy, annual goals, and review of ministry objectives.
Evangelism & Discipleship
The pastor will demonstrate a lifestyle of personal discipleship, and oversee its application in congregational life. The pastor will:
Shepherding & Teaching
The pastor will lead the deacons in nurturing and administering the overall shepherding ministry of the church. The pastor will:
Pastoral Care
The pastor will be involved in pastoral care of individuals, couples, families, and groups as opportunities arise. The pastor will:
Educational and Theological Requirements
Pastor Profile
The Pastor will lead the congregation to carry out the purpose and mission of Riverview Baptist Church in accordance with the Constitution and By-Laws. The Pastor will be an articulate advocate and communicator for the vision of God’s Church, for the Glory of God. This person will be the primary leader, teacher, and visionary and will have a broad responsibility for the spiritual welfare, growth and life of the church in all areas including discipleship, evangelism, and equipping the congregation for service. The Pastor is to embody the essence of a shepherd and servant leader.
The pastor of Riverview Baptist Church will:
- Demonstrate a clear testimony of faith and a passionate devotion to Christ and His church.
- Exemplify the biblical leadership qualities of an elder/overseer found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-5.
- Maintain a strong devotional life of worship, prayer, and personal study of God’s Word resulting in a deepening spirituality and relationship with Christ.
- Live out and teach a lifestyle of adherence to biblical standards of morality, ethics, and the fruit of the Spirit.
- Practice personal one-on-one evangelism and discipleship and be committed to equipping others to do the same.
- Accomplish his responsibilities as a shepherd of God’s flock with a spirit of humility, compassion, wisdom, honesty, integrity, and unity as a servant-leader.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills, being able to relate to all age groups, and keep confidences.
- Have a proven track record of committed, compassionate, and effective pastoral oversight.
- Be competent in administrative, managerial, and technological skills.
- Be willing to be humble enough to accept input from those he is leading, as well as be appropriately transparent with the many, and intimately transparent with a few.
- Be committed to small groups (Sunday School) as a key strategy for church growth and discipleship.
- Be an authentic communicator, easy to understand, and down-to-earth.
- Demonstrate adequate ministerial training and sound understanding of biblical doctrine and practice.
- Possess the ability to preach clear, engaging, God-honoring, Gospel-centered biblical expositions with relevant application to all age groups.
- Have a minimum of five years of pastoral and teaching experience.
- Be actively seeking to lead his family into relationship with Christ. The Pastor’s family should be supportive of God’s call on his life. The successful candidate is expected to relocate to within the community of the church.
Pastor Job Description: Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Our intent is that the Pastor will give leadership, oversight and delegate responsibility as appropriate. These essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Ministry of the Word, Prayer, Leadership, Evangelism & Discipleship, Shepherding & Teaching, and Pastoral Care. The Pastor will work in conjunction with the deacons and ministry leaders in the implementation of the mission and vision of the church.
Ministry of the Word
The pastor will be the primary preacher for the church and will teach God’s Word faithfully, according to sound doctrine. The pastor should be committed to an exposition of Holy Scripture that is relevant, authentic and personally applicable. The pastor will:
- Preach 80% of Sundays within a calendar year.
- Be in charge of securing someone to fill the pulpit in his absence
- Communicate preaching series to ministry leaders and volunteers in order to coordinate their respective responsibilities.
- Plan for the preaching of God’s Word at all special services of the church. (Christmas, Easter, Revivals, Baby Dedication, etc.)
- Plan and administer the church ordinances of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
- Be a clear and articulate speaker who can be readily understood by our diverse congregation.
Prayer
The pastor will model and encourage Kingdom-focused prayer by spending time praying daily for the ministry of the church, and by providing discipleship to others in prayer at the individual, family, and group levels. He will conduct scheduled prayer meetings of the church and any called for special occasions, needs, and circumstances.
Leadership
The pastor will develop a rich worship life in the church, planning and leading the order of worship in collaboration with ministry leaders and volunteers. The pastor will cultivate and demonstrate a heart for proclaiming the Gospel in Calhoun, Georgia the surrounding region, and the world, thus continuing Riverview’s active participation in the Great Commission. The pastor will serve as a member of the deacon body and the ministry leadership team. The pastor will:
- Conduct regular and frequent meetings with the leadership team and work to assist and equip the leadership team in achieving and exceeding ministry objectives as defined by the deacon body.
- Nurture the mental, spiritual and emotional health of the leadership team of Riverview Baptist Church.
- The pastor will lead and hold accountable all members of the leadership team
- Communicate with Church Secretary to maintain accurate bulletin, website and social media information.
- Serve as moderator of all conferences when present.
- As a member of the Ministry Leadership Team:
b. Work with the deacons and ministry leaders to coordinate and execute an annual church strategy, annual goals, and review of ministry objectives.
Evangelism & Discipleship
The pastor will demonstrate a lifestyle of personal discipleship, and oversee its application in congregational life. The pastor will:
- Support and evaluate existing outreach ministries and encourage creativity in the development of new outreach ministries.
- Plan and implement missions involvement and support. Educate about missions, assist with and/or provide guidance in maintaining and developing mission activities - Soup Kitchen, Kentucky Project, Pregnancy Center, Gideons, etc.
- Evangelize through community involvement, follow-up with prospects, etc.
- Encourage and motivate the congregation to invite/bring guests to the worship services and events of Riverview Baptist Church.
- Develop and lead a New Beginnings class for prospective members.
- In collaboration with leadership team and Sunday School teachers, coordinate people’s involvement in ministry, ongoing personal discipleship, and a Sunday School class.
Shepherding & Teaching
The pastor will lead the deacons in nurturing and administering the overall shepherding ministry of the church. The pastor will:
- Partner with the deacons in their shepherding efforts.
- Monitor Sunday School growth and leadership.
- Develop means and methods to:
- Equip and train new and existing ministry leaders
- Cultivate the development of gifts within the body
- Participate in personal and professional growth by being mentored on a consistent basis and by on-going education and training opportunities that will enhance his ministerial understanding and ability.
Pastoral Care
The pastor will be involved in pastoral care of individuals, couples, families, and groups as opportunities arise. The pastor will:
- Develop and oversee a Pastoral/Deacon Family Care ministry within Riverview that seeks to nurture the mental, spiritual and emotional health of the individuals of Riverview Baptist Church.
- Administer a plan that ensures that every member of Riverview has direct access to the pastor, deacon, ministry leader, or Sunday School teacher.
- Provide personal, financial, salvation, pre-marital, marital, crisis and conflict resolution, and other spiritual counseling in a safe and non-intimate setting, being aware of his limitations and referring to professionals when necessary.
- Perform weddings and funerals
Educational and Theological Requirements
- The pastor should possess a graduate level education from an accredited theological seminary or attained sufficient training acquired through personal mentorship and experience.
- The pastor must be committed to a conventional understanding of Christian faith and adhere to the Baptist Faith & Message.
- Finally, the Pastor must love King Jesus faithfully and passionately, out of the outpouring of God’s sustaining grace evidenced in scripture, creation, and the testimony of the Church and individual members throughout history.
Would you like to apply for Riverview's Senior Pastor position? Check out our application process and instructions here.
To All Potential Applicants,
Thank you for your interest in Riverview Baptist Church and your willingness to work with us as we search for our next Pastor. In order to find out more about our applicants and make an informed decision, we request that you provide us with the following materials:
Riverview Baptist Church
Attn: Pastor Search Committee
221 Switch Road
Calhoun, Georgia 30701
Please feel free to contact us via email if you have any questions.
Thank you for participating in our search process. You can be confident that all materials provided will be kept in absolute confidence. Please pray with us that God will be honored in this process and that He will lead the man to us whom He has chosen.
In His Service,
Pastor Search Committee
Downloads
Thank you for your interest in Riverview Baptist Church and your willingness to work with us as we search for our next Pastor. In order to find out more about our applicants and make an informed decision, we request that you provide us with the following materials:
- Your resume and letter of interest
- Our application questionnaire (attached in PDF format at bottom of this page)
- Link to recent sermons (if not available you may email audio files or mail CD to the address below)
Riverview Baptist Church
Attn: Pastor Search Committee
221 Switch Road
Calhoun, Georgia 30701
Please feel free to contact us via email if you have any questions.
Thank you for participating in our search process. You can be confident that all materials provided will be kept in absolute confidence. Please pray with us that God will be honored in this process and that He will lead the man to us whom He has chosen.
In His Service,
Pastor Search Committee
Downloads
- Pastor Employment Application - (Editable Acrobat Reader PDF) need to have a recent version of Adobe Acrobat Reader - download here
- Pastor Profile & Job Description
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