Second Pastor: Grace Baptist Church

Second Full Time Pastor:
Grace Baptist Church

Second Full Time Pastor of Grace Baptist Church

The following highlights the major duties and responsibilities of a second full‑time pastor at Grace Baptist Church. This list is not intended to be comprehensive nor exclusive but does imply a relative priority among duties.

“And he gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the shepherds and teachers to equip the saints for the work of ministry.” Eph 4:11‑12

He will have weekly preaching and teaching responsibilities at prayer meetings, Adult SS and Worship Services on the Lord’s day. He may also be asked to teach at our Evangelistic lecture series once every 3 months.

“Keep a close watch on yourself and on the teaching.” I Timothy 4:16

As a man of the highest Christian character, he will be committed to faithful attendance at the regular services of the church and the Lord’s Supper. He is expected to spend considerable time and effort in personal prayer for himself, his family, the congregation and the lost. His task will require that he give himself fully to the study of the Scriptures and be faithful in personal devotions.

“…teaching you in public and from house to house…” Acts 20:20‑21

The pastor will be expected to share visitation responsibilities with the other elders for our members and visitors. This would include visitors that come through our evangelistic outreaches, through our Hispanic ministry, and through our benevolence ministry.

He will perform other duties and responsibilities as required by circumstances or the Board of Elders. Examples would include, but not be limited to, leading the Lord’s Supper and conducting funerals, premarital counselling, weddings and baptisms.

• Meets the qualification for Elder as defined by Scripture and our Constitution and By‑laws
• Has formal ministerial training, including a Master’s degree in theology/ministry
• Fully subscribes the London Confession of Faith of 1689, recognizing GBC has held to this confession for decades
• Demonstrates a knowledge of and ability to exposit the Scriptures
• Demonstrates a sound Christian character, personal piety, and devotion to Christ worthy of a minister of the gospel
• Demonstrates evangelistic zeal and gifts
• Is able to cultivate healthy and positive relationships with members of all ages, the deacons, and the elders
• Is a gracious and effective communicator, both verbal and written, with visitors, members, and other church leaders