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Pastor

at LeRoy Independent Baptist Church (Canton, PA)

United States
To Be Determined USD

Job Overview

LeRoy Independent Baptist Church (Canton, PA) Pastor

THE BIG PICTURE

LeRoy Independent Baptist church (leroyindependentbaptist.org) is seeking a full time Pastor. LIBC is in southwestern Bradford County, Pennsylvania, approximately 22 miles from the New York State border. The church building sits in the rural community of LeRoy, 8 miles east of Canton off Route 414. Note that LIBC is not a King James only church.

Job Description

Brief Description

The pastor shall be a believer in, and a preacher of, the Gospel and the fundamental doctrines of faith as held by this church. He shall meet the qualifications of a bishop as described in I Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. He will take the oversight of the church in spiritual things as a shepherd would his flock. His special duties are preaching the Gospel, administering the ordinances, visiting the sick and elderly, and building up the church, the body of Christ, to a position of strength and maturity.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Christian Ministry, Bible Theology, or a related field gained through an accredited Christian college or seminary is helpful, though candidates with other combinations of training and/or experience will be considered. At least five to ten years of experience as a Pastor or Associate Pastor is preferred though other amounts of experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Enthusiasm about missions outreach; the ability to cast a vision for the future of the church ministry and its growth; ability to work with others and communicate with all age groups; humble; approachable; loves people; has a deep understanding of God’s Word and knows how to communicate it clearly; ability to preach and teach the scriptures in an engaging way; connected to the community; and interest in outreach to local youth and families. 

Compensation:

The total compensation package is currently $55,623.00. This includes the base salary; an unfurnished 12-room parsonage on 1.5 acres located 0.4 miles from the church; housing allowance to cover electric, propane, and auto expenses; 1 scheduled day off per week; 2 weeks paid vacation (non-cumulative); office/study provided at the church; liability insurance; workers compensation insurance; conference reimbursement up to $400 per year; and mileage reimbursement at the current IRS rate.

 

How To Apply

The Process:

Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor at LIBC?

Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of LIBC?

In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of LIBC?

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to [email protected]