Pastor

Big Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church is a predominantly African American congregation, which dates back to 1891 and has been in existence for 134 years. Our church is located in Brunswick County, the southeastern most part of North Carolina. We are a coastal community located approximately 7 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. We currently have a congregation of approximately 150 members. We are prayerfully and meditatively seeking a pastor called by God to lead our church to higher heights in the name of Jesus. Our Sunday School begins at 9:15 a.m. and our worship service is at 10:00 a.m. on the 1st through the 4th Sunday of each month. Prayer Meeting and Bible Study/Mission is every Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.

PASTORAL QUALIFICATIONS

1. Licensed and ordained as a minister in the Baptist faith. 
2. Be a visionary with sound judgment and discernment.  
3. Have a minimum of three to five years (preferred) of pastoral experience.
4. Have at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited College/University or Theological training (preferred). 
5. Exemplify biblical qualities as described in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9   
6. Ability and willingness to use technology in ministry (preferred).  

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/EXPECTATIONS

1. Preaching and Teaching
2. Possess effective communication skills (written and oral)
3. Growth oriented and pastoral care capability.
4. Committed to continuing education and development.
5. Demonstrate ability to effectively work with the congregation across all ages and genders.
6. Possess effective administration skills and able to organize and lead staff.
7. Caring for the needs of God’s people by counseling, prayer, and ministry wherever needed, including visiting the sick and shut-in.
8. Administering the church ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper
9. Leadership and coordination of support for the church’s auxiliaries and outreach on local, national, and international levels.
10. Must be willing to support The General Baptist State Convention of North Carolina, Inc., The National Baptist Convention, Inc., Lott Carey Baptist Foreign Mission Convention 

 HOW TO APPLY

1. All interested and qualified persons must submit a complete candidate’s package by mail or email to the Pastoral Search Committee consisting of the following documents:
• Cover Letter of introduction stating your interest
• Four (4) letters of recommendation consisting of(1 current or previous pastor, 1 Deacon or church leader from the current church where you are serving and 2 personal).
• A current resume that includes a summary of relevant ministerial, professional, and educational experiences.
• Copy of licenses and ordination
• Copy of certificates and/or diplomas of degrees completed

1. Candidates submitting a candidate’s package must consent to a reference check and provide  a background report or investigative consumer report. (may be performed through an outside third-party agency). All investigative reports will be treated in a confidential manner.