Associate Pastor

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OVERVIEW

FBC of Laurel, Maryland (between DC & Baltimore) is looking for a full-time Associate Pastor to serve their 365 members. This position will focus on pastoral/shepherding care for the congregation in concert with the Elders. This ministry role will focus on proactive member care, developing corporate discipleship structures, providing 1-1 discipleship, and building out a biblical counseling culture. The ideal candidate will also be a part of the regular preaching rotation and become an elder within 6-12 months. Candidates must be committed to reformed theology, complementarianism, historic Baptist beliefs and ministry principles, and have developed teaching skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Meets the qualifications of an Elder in 1 Timothy 3

  • In agreement with FBCL’s doctrine, values, and philosophy of ministry

  • Spends time in prayer and Bible study on a daily basis

  • Applies the gospel to all aspects of life

  • Willing to become an active member of First Baptist Church of Laurel

  • Possesses a M.Div. or better from a reputable seminary

  • Committed to historic Baptist ecclesiology and practice (9Marks/Pillar DNA)

  • Has the ability to connect and build relationships with church congregants and leaders

  • Excellent teaching and communication skills

  • Thrives in leading in a multi-cultural environment

  • Experience in casting vision, setting goals, and administrating a ministry

  • At least 10 years in ministry leadership (ideal)

  • Commitment to and training in biblical counseling (ideal)

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Congregational Care

    • Responsible, in coordination with the Executive Pastor and Senior Pastor, for overall discipleship vision, strategy, and tactics

    • Oversee 1-on-1 Spiritual Formation

    • Build and oversee an overall visitation ministry focused on shut-ins, the sick, widows, and our neediest elderly

    • Maintains availability for regular crisis and discipleship counseling including proactive counseling and crisis counseling

    • Responsible for overseeing, re-developing, and strengthening missional communities by mentoring, training up, and holding MC leaders accountable.

  • Pastoral Responsibilities

    • Serves as an elder after an interim period and does all things within the oversight of the elders

    • Participates regularly in teaching during Equip nights and Adult Bible Fellowships

    • Preaches, at minimum, 4 – 6 times a year in the preaching rotation

    • Administrative Tasks and Special Projects

MORE INFO & APPLYING

This is a full-time, salaried position with a pay scale of $70,000-$90,000 depending on experience and training. The ideal candidate can start Spring or Summer of 2026.

For a full job description, more information on the church and how to apply please click the button below. To apply please submit your application to both rbreland@fbclaurel.com and bscott@fbclaurel.com with the necessary documents.

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