Lead Pastor

Lead Pastor

Broadalbin Baptist Church – Broadalbin, NY. The Lead Pastor is a full‑time staff position and primary spiritual leader and teacher. The role includes casting vision for the church body, equipping and training leadership, equipping the congregation for ministry, Gospel growth, community impact, preaching Gospel‑centered sermons, maintaining church ordinances, and fostering a spirit of worship.

Core Responsibilities

• Preaching & Teaching – Deliver biblically grounded, Gospel‑centered and relevant sermons from a Reformed theological approach that inspire, challenge, and educate the congregation during corporate worship. (II Tim 4:2)
• Vision & Leadership – Collaborate with Elders to establish and implement a clear, strategic direction for the church, work with leadership (Trustees, Deacons, Ministry Leaders) to set goals and objectives that align with the mission of the church, delegate and equip others to use their gifts to serve the Body, and develop a deep commitment to discipleship. (II Tim 2:1‑2)
• Pastoral Care & Shepherding – Oversee the spiritual health of the flock by providing spiritual guidance and support to congregants, including counseling, visitation, and facilitating baptisms, communion, weddings, and funerals. (I Pt 5:2,3)
• Staff & Volunteer Oversight – Lead, evaluate, and mentor church staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders, encouraging growth and effectiveness in their respective roles while holding them accountable and fostering an environment that promotes unity and teamwork.
• Missional Engagement – Lead efforts in evangelism, community outreach, and local/global missions, actively participate in these initiatives, and encourage the congregation to participate.

Qualifications

• Minimum Master’s degree in church ministry or theology (preferred).
• Previous pastoral experience is a must with proven ministry, preaching, and pastoral/church leadership experience.
• Character: A man of good reputation and a servant‑leader attitude, demonstrating the Fruit of the Spirit in personal and professional life.
• Spiritual maturity that meets the qualifications of an elder (I Tim 3; Titus 1) – friendly, personable, genuine, humble, honest, non‑offensive but confident, a man of integrity, visionary.
• Effective communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to resolve conflict gracefully.
• Alignment with the Church’s Statement of Faith and Core Values.

Benefits

Salary will be commensurate based on experience and qualifications. The compensation package includes health insurance, professional business expense reimbursement, and a parsonage or housing allowance.