Assistant Pastor

About Faith Baptist Church of Champaign:

Faith Baptist Church is a friendly congregation devoted to glorifying God through sound preaching, discipleship, genuine worship, and loving fellowship.  Our calling is to reach our community with the good news of the gospel. Together, we seek to grow and mature in genuine, faith-filled relationships that are deeply rooted in God's word. Through this transformation, we actively share and show God's sacrificial love to a watching world. We value authenticity, spiritual growth, joyful service, and love for God and others.

About the Champaign Area:

Champaign-Urbana, located in central Illinois, is a vibrant community with a metro population of about 225,000. Home to the University of Illinois, the area offers a unique blend of small-town warmth and big-city amenities. Residents enjoy excellent schools, a thriving local economy, and a rich mix of culture, dining, and recreation—making it a wonderful place to live, serve, and raise a family.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Pastor will support the Lead Pastor in shepherding the congregation, preaching and teaching God’s Word, and advancing the mission and vision of Faith Baptist Church. This person should be a spiritually mature, servant-hearted, and authentic leader who serves with joy and love for God and others, helping people grow in faith and contributing their unique gifts to the life of the church. This is a full-time position.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Preaching and Teaching

·       Preach during worship services on a regular, rotational, or as-needed basis.

·       Lead Bible studies, discipleship classes, or small groups as assigned.

·       Assist in sermon preparation and planning alongside the Lead Pastor.

2. Pastoral Care

·       Provide spiritual support, visitation, and prayer for members and families.

·       Assist with weddings, funerals, baptisms, and other pastoral duties.

·       Help organize systems for member follow-up and care.

3. Ministry Leadership

·       Partner with staff and lay leaders to strengthen and expand church ministries.

·       Recruit, equip, and encourage volunteers and ministry leaders.

·       Provide leadership to student, youth, and young adult ministries as assigned.

4. Worship and Administration

·       Collaborate with the Lead Pastor in planning services and special events.

·       Participate in staff meetings and church planning sessions.

·       Contribute to administrative and organizational tasks as needed.

5. Outreach and Community Engagement

·       Support local evangelism and community outreach initiatives.

·       Represent Faith Baptist Church with humility and grace in the Champaign-Urbana community.

Qualifications

·       A clear and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

·       Agreement with the doctrinal beliefs of Faith Baptist Church.

·       A calling to pastoral ministry with a servant’s heart.

·       Meets the biblical qualifications for a pastor as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.

·       Bachelor’s degree in ministry, theology, or a related field; significant ministry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.

·       Previous ministry or pastoral experience is helpful.

·       Strong communication, relational, and organizational skills.

Personal Characteristics

·       Humble, teachable, and collaborative.

·       Approachable, compassionate, and genuine in relationships and faith.

·       Joyful in service and motivated by love for God and others.

·       Spiritually mature and grounded in Scripture.

·       Dependable and proactive in ministry responsibilities.

·       Authentic and consistent in personal life and public ministry.