Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Atlanta GA

Senior Pastor Position opening

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Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, located in Atlanta, Ga. is seeking a full time Senior Pastor who will serve as Steward and Servant Leader of the Congregation in all matters of faith and spiritual governance. The successful candidate for the Senior Pastor position at Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church will now lead this congregation as it embraces the current shifts in urban renewal, gentrification, and the changing role of the twenty-first century, historically black church. The Senior pastor will also participate and be part of the preparation of the annual budget, also participate with the Progressive National Baptist Church (PNBC), and the American Baptist Churches of the South (ABCOTS).

 

 

Senior Pastor Position Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education.

· Licensed and Ordained Minister in a Baptist Church.

· A deep understanding of and commitment to the Bible and Christian theology.

· Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to connect with a diverse congregation.

· Ability to provide spiritual guidance and leadership to people across cultural lines of ethnicity, socioeconomics, age, etc.

· A heart for pastoral care and the ability to provide compassionate and empathetic support to congregation members in times of need.

· Strong leadership skills, with a passion for empowering others and fostering a collaborative environment.

· Oversees the day-to-day operations of all ministries, administrative staff, and volunteers.

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

· Master of Divinity or equivalent with seminary degree coming from an accredited institution of higher education.

· Experience as a Senior Pastor (or ministry church staff) with at least 5 years of experience.

 

 

Application requirements and process:

·Applicants interested in applying for the position of Senior Pastor should send the following information to:

 

Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church

P.O. Box 311964

Atlanta, GA. 31131

Email: MCBCFairburn@gmail.com

Final Submission Date: October 6, 2023

· Resume

· Names of three references (at least one clergy and one layperson) with contact information (email address and phone number).

· A brief statement of how you believe the church would benefit from your leadership and your vision for equipping our church to thrive through the advancement of our mission and vision.

· Candidates must be willing to consent to a background check.

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