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The Big Picture
AlfredAlmond Bible Church is seeking a fulltime Pastor who will partner with several lay elders in providing shepherding and instruction for our church. This man will provide primary oversight of the churchs teaching ministry while also carrying primary responsibility for expository preaching to the gathered church on Sunday mornings. We desire to call a Pastor who exhibits a passion for Jesus creativity for outreach and a love of Gods Word and Gods people. To learn more about our church please consider the following document Getting to Know AABC: https://tinyurl/4tmbt9pm
Job Expectations/Responsibilities
Coordinate with other Elders in broad oversight of all church ministries via bimonthly
meetings
Provide expository preaching and biblical teaching for Sunday morning gatherings
Assess and develop plans for collegiate outreach (Alfred State and Alfred University)
Implement a vision for regular engagement with the surrounding community
Seek to develop and disciple potential leaders within the congregation
Coordinate with church secretary in the office to handle administrative duties
Taking responsibility for a portion of the congregation to serve as the point man for
providing shepherding and guidance for their needs
Officiate weddings and/or funerals when possible/requested
Visit members/attendees in the hospital as needed (partnering with other Elders and
Deacons)
Participate in a Care Group
Nonnegotiable Qualifications
Exhibits biblical qualifications of elders 1 Timothy 3:17; Titus 1:69
Works hard in studying preaching and teaching the Scriptures 1 Timothy 5:17; 2
Timothy 2:15
Able to defend sound doctrine engaging in disagreement with gentleness and humility
pursuing unity 2 Timothy 2:2425; Ephesians 4:13
Displays integrity and authenticity in word and deed (Titus 2:78
Sets a good example in speech behavior love faith and purity 1 Timothy 4:12
Able to affirm the Articles of Faith of AABC in good conscience
Desirable Experience and Educational Qualifications
Five years ministry experience
College degree or equivalent training in biblical studies theology ministry or biblical
counseling
Biblical counseling certification welcomed
Desirable Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Clear written and verbal communication
Able and willing to delegate ministry with oversight
Effective discussionleading skills encouraging participation
Able to accept decisions even when not in full agreement
Able to work effectively with others in ministry roles
Good administrative data management skills
Excellent active listening skills
Quick effective and direct in conflict resolution
Solid grasp of the applications of biblical theology
Benefits
Salary package negotiated between $70$75k broken down flexibly into the following
categories:
o Salary Housing Allowance
o Medical Reimbursement
o Ministry Reimbursement
o Retirement
Paid Vacation
o If hired during or after the third quarter of the year one week of paid vacation
o During the first full year of ministry two weeks of paid vacation
o At the end of five years of ministry three weeks of paid vacation
o Beyond the first five years of ministry every five years of ministry will receive an
additional week of paid vacation
The Process
Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:
Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor at AABC
Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of AABC
In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of AABC
Please send your resume the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online message to
Full-Time