Pastor - Folsomdale Baptist Church (Folsomdale, NY)

LancasterSearch•Town of Bennington, NY

8d•$55,000 - $55,000•Onsite

About The Position

Folsomdale Baptist Church is seeking a full-time Pastor. They are looking for an authentic, Gospel-driven, and relationally gifted shepherd who will lead, inspire, and walk alongside the congregation in faith and love. The church, founded in 1867, is a smaller, older body of believers with approximately 45 people in weekly attendance, but they are deeply committed to God's work and see potential for renewal and growth. The community includes many young families, and there is a perceived mission field around them. The church building is attractive and well-maintained, featuring a 260-seat sanctuary, Sunday School wing, nursery, full kitchen, offices, and fellowship areas. Folsomdale Baptist Church is part of the North American Baptist Conference but is an autonomous local church with a Board of Deacons and a Board of Trustees. They are debt-free, mission-minded, and biblically grounded, emphasizing winning the lost, nurturing spiritual growth, prayer, sound Bible-centered preaching, and joyful giving to missions. Their mission statement is: “To glorify God by winning souls for Christ, training and equipping believers in the Word of God, ministering to the needs of the saints, and showing the love of Christ in every endeavor.” The church is located in rural Cowlesville, Wyoming County, Western New York, an area offering natural scenery, outdoor recreation, a good school system, nearby Christian schools, and services in Buffalo.

Requirements

A family man whose wife supports his ministry and loves the congregation
A college or Biblical degree (required)
Pastoral experience preferred

Responsibilities

Preaching and teaching God’s Word
Leading the spiritual development of the congregation
Providing pastoral care to members and the community
Offering administrative leadership and oversight
Conducting baptisms, communion, weddings, and funerals with compassion and wisdom
Living as an example of Christian character and service