Lead Pastor

Oak Grove Baptist Church in Prairieville, LA is actively seeking it’s next full-time Pastor who will disciple and shepherd our current congregation. Oak Grove is a multi-generational congregation who seeks to be a light within the surrounding community. The Pastor would oversee and provide guidance to all church ministries. Intricate knowledge and understanding of the Bible is required along with a spirit and heart for the Gospel and missions. The Pastor must possess the leadership skills to lead the Deacon Body, other church staff, and volunteers.

Responsibilities include:

• Preach during worship services and lead prayer gatherings
• Perform pastoral duties that include visiting sick, bereaved, members in crisis, etc. 
• Officiate at weddings, funerals, and baptisms. 
• Perform  administrative  duties  related  to  office,  staff,  and  property  that  are  necessary to  coordinate  the  ongoing  life  and  ministry  of  the  Church.  Some  of  these  may  be delegated to staff members and volunteers as appropriate to their position. 
• Provide Biblical counseling to church members as needed. 
• Work  with  various  ministries  and  committees  within  the  Church  to  assist  them  in performing their assigned tasks. 
• Represent the Church in community and denominational activities. 
• Witness to the lost people of this community and be prepared to train and equip Church members to participate in outreach efforts. 

Full-Time Salary/Compensation Package Offered Based on Experience

Interested applicants call (318)680-3529 for directions on how to submit resumes.