Associate Pastor

Overview: Hollywood Baptist Church

Member of

Southern Baptist Conservatives of Virginia

The Southern Baptist Convention and Affiliates

We are a rural multigenerational congregation in Chatham, Virginia, about 45 minutes south of Liberty University. We are searching for an associate pastor to aid our Senior pastor in various aspects of ministry as the church has grown to an average of about 220 on Sunday morning.

 ASSOCIATE PASTOR

The full-time Associate Pastor should be an ordained minister and will be responsible to assist the Senior Pastor with ministerial and support needs as they arise. In addition he will serve as the primary person to oversee administrative responsibilities of Hollywood Baptist Church. The Associate Pastor may be assigned specific tasks to perform or areas of ministry to oversee and will work collaboratively under the direct supervision of the Senior Pastor. In the absence of the Senior Pastor, the Associate Pastor is responsible to the Board of Deacons.

I. QUALIFICATIONS:

 A. Biblical references: Acts 20:28-32; I Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-

   B. Adhere to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

   C. A heart of worship and service to God demonstrated through a vibrant prayer life and a life surrendered to Christ.

D. Ability to cooperate with all staff to promote unity and oneness and strive to carry out the entire ministry plan of the church.

E. Ability and commitment to maintain personal standards of Godliness based on Biblical principles which result in an uncompromised testimony within the church and

    community from which a credible ministry originates.

F. Able to communicate effectively with one-on-one, small and large group settings, exhibiting a pleasing attitude that is confident and enthusiastic.

G. Ability to be actively involved and supportive of the overall life of the ministry, including all ministry areas and leaders.

H. Must be circumspect in dress and demeanor.

II. ASSOCIATE PASTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

   A. May be assigned a specific area of ministry to oversee.

   B. In the absence of the Senior Pastor, the Associate Pastor will be responsible to take phone calls, oversee and lead worship services, and other ministerial duties that might arise.

   C. Assist with visitation as directed by the Senior Pastor and assist in any other needs that arise in this area.

D. Will be called upon to share in the pulpit ministry in the absence of the Senior Pastor.

E. Maintain continued growth to his personal calling and walk with the Lord through consistent Bible study and prayer. 

F. Develops and exercises personal evangelism within and without the church.

G. Will be called upon to handle some administrative responsibilities for the Senior Pastor as needed.

H. Performs other duties as assigned by the Senior Pastor.

III. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

    A. Attend committee meetings that pertain to his area of influence, including but not limited to the Church Council, Leadership Team Meetings, etc.

    B. Meet with Senior Pastor on a weekly basis for prayer, collaborative planning and evaluation.

   C. Maintain personal priorities with his wife and family as the spiritual leader.

    D. Give graciously to Hollywood Baptist Church through tithes and offerings.

    E. Attend seminars and conferences designed for ministry as approved by the church.

    F. Required to adhere to the church constitution.

    G. Computer competencies related to service planning and presentation.

    H. Demonstrate responsibility in being punctual and committed to the ministry programs of the church.

 I. It will be requested of him and his family to become members of Hollywood Baptist Church within 30 days of employment.

 J. Will need to reside within a reasonable distance of the church.

Please send cover sheet and resume to Hollywood Baptist Church Search Committee at: [email protected]

Location:

Chatham, Virginia (45 minutes south of Liberty University)

Denominational Affiliation:

Southern Baptist Conservatives of Virginia / SBC