Riverview Baptist Church (New Milford, CT) Bi-Vocational Pastor
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Job DescriptionRiverview Baptist Church (New Milford, CT) Bi-Vocational PastorThe Big Picture Riverview Baptist Church (riverviewbaptistchurch.us) is seeking a bi-vocational Pastor who will oversee the church ministries guiding the church through his preaching, teaching, shepherding, and training of others to do the work of ministry.RequirementsPrimary Responsibilities: Preaching/Teaching: o Speak at 40+ services per year. As bi-vocational, one Sunday off each month.o Speak at various weekday ministries.o Speak on behalf of the church, as requested, at community events or meetings. Pastoral Care:o Oversee pastoral care and counselingo Make regular hospital visits (hospital is 2 miles away)o Pray with people on a regular or daily basiso Develop people to assist in the spiritual care of members and attenders. Discipleship:o Supervise age-related ministrieso Ensure all ministries focus on conversion and spiritual growtho Ensure doctrinal integrity across all ministries.o Bring clarity to Biblical interpretation. Communication:o Oversee churchwide communication with an open hand.o Develop external communication including social media. Prayer Ministry:o Establish a churchwide emphasis on prayer as a priority in ministries.o Highlight prayer as a key component in ministry. General:o Make the development of leaders one of the church's prioritieso Work with all leadership teams of the churcho Assist in the alignment, development, and oversight of the church budgetPersonal Requirements:- A clear conversion testimony, immersion baptism, and firm call to ministry.- Agreement with the doctrine, vision, and practices of Riverview Baptist Church.- Passionate about personal evangelism and making reproducing disciples.- Lead people as he reveals the fruit of the spirit in his life.- His family, if married, must wholeheartedly and actively support his calling.- We are seeking a non-divorced man as pastor.- A bachelor or M.Div. from a Bible college or theological seminary.- Preferably ordained.- Strong verbal and written communication skills.- Able to pass all approved church background checks BenefitsThe Compensation* Living accommodation - Parsonage* Oil & Electricity - covered by the Church* Salary $1000/MonthThe Process Please look over the job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these four questions:Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the pastor for Riverview Baptist Church?Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor at Riverview Baptist Church?In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of Riverview Baptist Church?What is your bi-vocational plan?Please send your resume and the answers to these questions