Pastor - Northwest Baptist Church (Peoria, IL)

LancasterSearch • Peoria, IL

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About The Position

Northwest Baptist Church in Peoria, Illinois, is seeking a full-time pastor following the retirement of its former pastor. This independent, non-affiliated Baptist church has about 35 Sunday attendees, with approximately 15 attending Sunday School. The congregation is described as unified, loving, generous, and supportive of local ministries. The church is debt free and has good cash reserves, and is known for preaching the Bible and devotion to prayer.

The pastor will have an opportunity to cultivate a presence in the community and a shepherding spirit within the congregation, focusing on preaching the Word, prayer, discipleship, and outreach. The church meets Wednesday evenings for prayer and Bible study and operates a web-based prayer ministry connecting with community members.

The candidate must accept the Statement of Faith in Article 2 of the church constitution and have experience teaching the Word of God or formal seminary training. Compensation and benefits will be discussed during the interview and call process. Applicants are asked to submit answers to three questions about their fit, ministry experience and qualifications, and theology, along with a résumé and a link to a recent sermon.

Requirements

• Accept the Statement of Faith outlined in Article 2 of the Northwest Baptist Church Constitution.
• Have experience teaching the Word of God or formal seminary training.

Responsibilities

• Give himself to prayer and the study of the Word of God.
• Preach and expound on the Word.
• Administer the church ordinances in accordance with the Word of God.
• Share in the pastoral care of the congregation along with the Elders and Deacons.
• Perform marriage ceremonies at his discretion in accordance with the laws of God and the State.
• Officiate funerals of church members and non-members at his discretion.
• Together with the Elders, maintain church discipline.
• Act as an ex-officio member of all committees and boards.
• Actively participate in all activities of the Elders and Deacons.

Benefits

• Specific salary and benefit arrangements will be discussed during the interview and call process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed