Lead Pastor

An Introduction to Ridgefield Baptist Church

As we search for a new Senior Pastor for Ridgefield Baptist Church (RBC), we are filled with hope, trusting in God to lead us into a new chapter in our church’s life. RBC was founded in 1960 and is located 50 miles from New York City. RBC has a solid financial profile, with giving exceeding spending for many years, no debt, and good cash reserves.

We praise God that the past two decades have seen growth and flourishing in our diverse church body. Central to RBC, expository, gospel-centered preaching is instrumental in leading an unbeliever to a saving relationship with Christ by faith, and transforming the Christian in their growth and walk with the Lord. A strong community, worship program and opportunities for discipleship and growth are foundational to why individuals and families choose RBC as their church home.

Our vision is simply summarized: "Worship, Connect, Serve."

RBC is characterized by our welcoming and relational culture offering opportunities for growth, service, and discipleship. Our Sunday worship includes contemporary music and traditional hymns, blending the rich theology of old hymns with a fresh musical style that's relevant and singable. Deacons intentionally meet needs at sensitive times of life and though regular prayer. Our missions program partners with several outreach ministries — local, regional and international — to bring the Good News of Jesus to our neighbors, our nation and our world.

After the pandemic, we resumed our women’s and men’s gatherings, adult and teen small groups, Kids’ Club, and other regular ministries such as weekly post-service fellowship and church picnics.

At present, RBC reaches approximately 180 regular attenders, with close to one-quarter of whom are under 18, including 75 members. RBC’s staff includes our interim pastor, our Associate Pastor for Children and Youth, our Worship Director, and our Office Coordinator. Our ministries are overseen by department directors, and our Leadership Team - including directors (10), elders (4), and staff (4) - meets quarterly.

We are grateful to benefit from a growing leadership and volunteer base. We’ve seen growth in our children’s ministries in the last 5 years, leading us to call a full-time Associate Children and Youth Pastor in the fall of 2020.

In March 2021, RBC chartered a Long-Range Planning Committee to evaluate and make recommendations regarding current and future growth by interviewing ministry directors and participants. Our first phase is to understand the priorities and resources of different departments. We intend to develop strategies in all areas, beginning with programming, building and grounds use, volunteer demands, and ensuring our ministries fulfill our ministry goals.

We look forward to continuing this process at the appropriate moment.

"Our church has a strong belief that the gospel changes everything and God is working among the members to further His kingdom in our community."

"We are a welcoming, multi-generation and committed group of believers."

"RBC is devoted to following God’s Word and truly studying the Bible and encouraging growth and change through Jesus."

"Leaders at RBC are constantly looking at ways to make changes to improve what our church does, looking to the future, instead of staying in a comfortable rut."

"RBC is my extended family and takes care of its people when there are needs."

Job Description – Senior Pastor

Ridgefield Baptist Church

Job Summary

The Senior pastor is called to shepherd the church, not under compulsion, or as lording it over the flock, but through exercising oversight and being an example. He is called to pray and minister according to the Word of God, oversee the pastoral care of the flock and lead the church and staff in achieving God’s purpose for the local church.

He will seek and champion God’s vision for the church. He will be the primary preacher/teacher and oversee the curricular direction of our teaching. He will provide such pastoral care as that which requires…