Senior Pastor
OVERVIEW
Emmanuel Baptist Church of Manning, SC, is seeking a faithful undershepherd of Christ to assume the primary preaching and teaching role at Emmanuel Baptist. They have two elders (one lay and one staff), five deacons, and an average attendance of ~ 100. They broadly align with the SBC, the Pillar Network, and 9Marks.
QUALIFICATIONS
Ministry Background: Previous pastoral or equivalent Christian ministry experience
Preaching/Teaching: Proven ability to handle the Word faithfully and apply it pastorally
Shepherding Orientation: Demonstrated care and connection across generational lines
Character: Possesses spiritual maturity and meets the qualifications listed in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1
Leadership: Reputation for managing his household well and leading effectively in the church
Confessional Alignment: BFM 2000, and preferably able to affirm the 1689 2LBC
Education: Master of Divinity (M.Div.) from an accredited seminary
RESPONSIBILITIES
Public Ministry of the Word: Regularly preach ~40 times per year, teaching the Scriptures with clarity, depth, and pastoral sensitivity
Private Ministry of the Word and Prayer: Provide pastoral care through biblical counseling, prayer, visitation, regular hospitality, and personal discipling relationships
Shepherding: Walk with God’s people through all seasons of life and faith, offering encouragement, correction, and biblical perspective
Equip the Saints: Cultivate an every-member ministry mentality, encouraging and equipping the body for gospel service
Worship Leadership: Plan and participate in leading public worship services that reflect reverence, joy, and theological depth
Elder and Deacon Collaboration: Work closely with fellow elders and deacons to shepherd and serve the congregation
Staff Oversight: Manage church staff and ministries
Leadership Development: Mentor men who aspire to leadership in cooperation with the elder team (2 Tim. 2:2)
MORE INFO & APPLYING
For a full job description please click the button below. To apply please send a resume & references to pastorsearchcommittee@ebcmanning.org.