Pastor

Sandy Ridge Baptist Church’s mission is to help people find God and grow their faith, discover their purpose and make a difference with the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

We are seeking an ordained, licensed full‑time Pastor to faithfully shepherd our congregation— a man of God who loves and believes the inerrant Word of God, leads with compassion and lives according to biblical teachings.

• Provide spiritual leadership to the members of the church
• Prepare weekly services—including sermons and weekly Bible studies
• Preach and oversee worship services
• Interpret biblical scripture
• Cooperate with the Southern Baptist Convention
• Provide counseling (including crisis situations) according to the Word of God
• Work with Deacons, church officers and committees to develop annual church goals and strategy to fulfill the church’s mission and vision
• Preside as primary officiant for church functions: communion, baptisms, funerals, weddings, etc.
• Represent the church in civic matters
• Visit sick and shut‑in members at home, hospital or nursing care facilities
• Provide a caring ministry for those in the church and community
• Lead the church in an effective outreach program to reach the unchurched, inactive or new residents in the community through church activities
• Minister to prospective members through personal contact
• Have a heart and mind for missions
• Consult with Deacons to fill the pulpit in absences
• Must pass a comprehensive background check

Seminary or Bible College graduate.

Experience with a multi‑aged congregation and experience in outreach to grow a congregation.

A competitive compensation package will be based on the candidate’s education, experience, and ministry background. Specific details will be discussed during the interview process.

Interested candidates should submit the following to the Pastor Search Committee at

• A detailed resume including ministry experience and education
• Statement of faith and philosophy of ministry
• At least three references including one pastoral
• Links to recent sermons

Applications will be reviewed prayerfully and in confidence. Selected candidates will be contacted for further interviews.