Elder​/Evangelist

# Elder/Evangelist November 6, 2025

Part Time Application ends:
** September 1, 2026
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Job Description About Texarkana Reformed Baptist Church Texarkana Reformed Baptist Church (Texarkanarbc.org) was established in 1978 and is in substantial agreement with the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith. We are affiliated with the Fellowship of Independent Reformed Evangelicals (FIRE). Our church has an average attendance of around 45 people on the Lord’s Day. We offer Sunday School for all ages and provide a nursery as needed.  

TRBC is an Elder led church.  We are a Christ-exalting, Scripture-centered congregation committed to the glory of God in all things. We seek to faithfully proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ through expository preaching, sound doctrine, discipleship, and missions. Our mission is to worship God rightly, disciple believers deeply, and proclaim the gospel faithfully in our community and beyond. TRBC has always been committed to biblical Eldership.

We believe that the church functions best with a plurality of Elders. We currently have one vocational Elder.

Position Overview:

Texarkana Reformed Baptist Church is seeking a biblically qualified Bivocational Elder. We are searching for an Elder qualified man to serve as an Elder who will serve as an evangelist to those who need the gospel in Texarkana. This role focuses on personal evangelism and discipleship within the 5-mile radius surrounding our church. This is not primarily an open-air preaching role but rather a relational, gospel-centered outreach ministry that seeks to engage the lost, disciple new believers, and equip the church for evangelism.

The church will provide a stipend, but this could be a support-raised position, if the candidate is willing to develop financial partnerships with individuals and churches who believe in the mission of gospel proclamation.

Responsibilities  Preach, teach, lead as needed  Engage in personal, relational evangelism within the 5-mile radius around Texarkana Reformed Baptist Church.  There are many gospel opportunities on college campuses, low income housing, door to door evangelism, and our monthly food distribution outreach  Develop and implement gospel outreach strategies such as home Bible studies, community engagement, and evangelistic discipleship.  Work alongside the elders to equip and encourage church members in biblical evangelism.  

Engage with those struggling with addiction, homelessness, and poverty, sharing the gospel while providing biblical hope and practical discipleship.  Assist in outreach events such as VBS, Fall Festivals, and other church-hosted gatherings to maximize their gospel impact.  Disciple new converts, helping them grow in Christ and integrate into the church.  Assist in various ministries within the church, including teaching opportunities as needed.  

QualificationsA born-again believer with a strong, personal relationship with Christ and a passion for evangelism.  A strong commitment to Reformed Baptist theology and substantial agreement with the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith.  A deep love for all kinds of people, regardless of background, and a heart to see them come to Christ.  A strong desire for people to become true followers of Jesus, not just religious adherents.  

Experience in personal evangelism, discipleship, and outreach ministry (formal or informal).  A heart for ministering to those affected by addiction and homelessness pointing them to Christ.  A humble, teachable spirit and willingness to serve under the oversight of the church elders.  A heart for hospitality and building meaningful, gospel-centered relationships.  A demonstrated ability (or willingness) to raise financial support for ministry.  

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