Pastor

Mission Statement

The mission of First Southern Baptist Church is to show our love for God and bring Him glory by serving him faithfully. We fulfill this by investing in others and showing them that they have value, whereby we build relationships that allow us to share the Gospel and ultimately make disciples.

Pastor Job Description

First Southern Baptist Church La Junta Colorado

Principle Function:

The pastor is responsible for leading the church in functioning as a New Testament church. The pastor will lead the congregation, the organization, and the church staff in performing their tasks. A major concern of the pastor is to perform pastoral responsibilities. The pastor is the leader of worship, proclamation, education, and pastoral ministries.

Ministry Requirements and Responsibilities:

1. Plan and conduct worship services; prepare and deliver sermons and lead in observance of the church ordinances.

2. Lead an effective evangelism program and a caring ministry for those in the church and the community.

3. Lead an effective program of visiting members and prospects.

4. Conduct counseling sessions. Perform wedding ceremonies and conduct funerals.

5. Lead the church in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and evaluating the total program of the church.

6. Cooperate with the local association, state convention, and Southern Baptist Convention leadership in matters of mutual interest and concern. Represent the church in civic matters.

7. Work with deacons and committees as they perform their assigned responsibilities.

8. Oversee the work of the ministry staff; both volunteer and paid ministers and directors.

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