About the Lead Pastor Position

Community Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a full-time Lead Pastor who is called by God to shepherd our congregation in Murillo, Ontario. The Lead Pastor will serve as the spiritual leader of the church in collaboration with the Deacons board, to provide Christ-centered preaching and teaching, pastoral care, visionary leadership, and a commitment to equipping believers for service and outreach. This individual will work in partnership with the Deacons Board and Ministry Board to lead our congregation in fulfilling our mission to glorify God and reach our community with the love of Christ.

Desired Qualifications

Spiritual & Personal 

• A genuine love for Jesus Christ, His Word, and the ministry of the local church

• A life marked by integrity, humility, and spiritual maturity

• A clear pastoral calling evidenced by character and conduct consistent with biblical leadership (1 Timothy 3, Titus 1)

• A heart for teaching, shepherding, and discipling individuals in all stages of life

• A commitment to prayer, personal devotion, and lifelong growth in faith

• An approachable demeanor with strong interpersonal and relational skills

• A unifying leader with the ability to motivate, equip, and build up the body of Christ

Professional

• Must be eligible for membership at Community Baptist Church and be in agreement with the church’s Statement of Faith, Constitution, and Church Covenant

• Preferably holds a degree in theology, ministry, or a related field (B.A., B.S., or M.Div) from an accredited institution

• A minimum of five years of pastoral or ministry leadership experience is preferred

• Ministry credentials recognized by the Baptist General Conference of Canada (BGCC) or a willingness to obtain such credentials

• Training and/or experience in discipleship, pastoral care, and leadership development

Primary Responsibilities

Vision & Leadership 

• Work together with the other church overseers (Deacons Board) to provide spiritual oversight and organizational leadership for the church in alignment with its mission and values

• Collaborate with the Deacon Board and Ministry Board in planning and executing church goals and strategies

• Oversee the overall direction and coordination of church ministries, committees and operations

• Encourage and support the development of church leaders and ministry teams

• Participate actively in regularly scheduled Deacon’s Board, Ministry Board, and church business meetings

Preaching, Teaching, Prayer, and Study

• Prioritize personal study and prayer, seeking the guidance of the Holy Spirit for church direction

• Lead the planning and delivery of Sunday worship services in collaboration with the worship team

• Faithfully preach the Word of God with clarity, relevance, and doctrinal soundness

• Teach and facilitate Bible studies, discipleship groups, or classes as needed

• Administer the ordinances of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper

Congregational Care

• Provide personal care and pastoral support through regular phone calls, home and hospital visits, prayer, and encouragement to members, adherents, and others connected to the church.

• Offer pastoral counselling for individuals and families in times of spiritual need as well as pre-marital and marriage counselling for couples

• Officiate events such as weddings, funerals and baby dedications

• Mentor emerging leaders within the congregation, offering guidance, encouragement, and training to support spiritual formation and leadership development.

Evangelism and Outreach

• Building and nurturing relationships with the local communities of Murillo and Thunder Bay, including the other Baptist churches in the region

• Encouraging and supporting church members in evangelistic efforts and outreach

Renumeration

Salary and Benefits Compensation will be commensurate with experience and education and will be discussed with candidates who are selected to move forward in the hiring process.