A. Spiritual Qualifications:
A Pastor shall be a man who conforms to the spiritual qualifications found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, and 1 Peter 5:1-4. If married, his wife must also conform to the spiritual qualifications found in 1 Timothy 3:11. The pastor must believe the Bible to be the inspired, inerrant word of God, and as such, seeks to preach, minister, and abide by its principals and precepts.
B. Secular Qualifications:
The pastor shall have the ability, maturity, and education to meet the needs of the church body. The pastor's life-style, habits, and actions, as well as those of his wife, shall be such that it will not bring any disgrace, disparity, or harm the reputation and ministry of GFBC. The pastor and his believing household must unite with GFBC as members.
C. Duties:
The senior pastor is the under shepherd of the church and as such is to guide, feed, and protect the flock. The pastor is to equip the saints for the work of the ministry. The pastor is to be an example to the flock and is to conduct himself at all times in a manner worthy of the position or the pastorate. The pastor shall maintain office hours at GFBC and visitation hours as agreed upon with the deacon body.