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ST. JOSEPH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

485 West First Street Jacksonville, Fl 32202 (904) 356-2359

Rev. Dr. H. T. Rhim, Pastor (Retired)

Qualifications:

Candidates must be filled and guided by the Holy Spirit. The candidates’ character and

financial standing must be above reproach both inside and outside of the church.

1. Doctrine

ϖ Must not be different from that what the church currently believes and

adheres to the St Joseph Missionary Baptist Doctrine.

ϖ Must believe, practice and teach tithing.

2. Experience – 1 to 5 years proven as defined below

ϖ Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver biblically sound, stimulating,

thought provoking, inspirational and Spirit filled sermons.

ϖ Demonstrated aptness for bible based teaching, which includes providing

documented lessons/handouts for the spiritual growth of the membership.

ϖ Leading and teaching bible studies, classes and seminars.

ϖ Officiating at funerals, weddings & baby dedication services

ϖ Leading and administrating Holy Baptism and the Lords Supper.

ϖ Strong verbal and interpersonal skills required.

3. Visionary

ϖ The candidate must have a documented vision for growing the church

both in membership and financially that is both educated in the word of

God and strong in relationship with Christ. In addition, the candidate must

have a strong commitment and plan for the spiritual development of youth

and young adults in the congregation. Ideally, the candidate must be open

to new ideas and be proficient in the use of technology.

4. Administration

ϖ The candidate must be able to delegate and have a proven record as a

skilled administrator and manager including financial management. In

addition, the candidate must be able to minister to hardships and adversity

within the congregation.

5. Pastoral Care/Counselor

ϖ The candidate must have a love for the people of the congregation, be able

to walk among the people, demonstrate patience, humbleness and

confidentiality. In addition, the candidate must have proven counseling

and conflict resolution skills. The candidate must also have a

demonstrated nurturing personality which includes providing pastoral

ministry to members experiencing illness, bereavement, incapacitation of

other conditions.

6. Leadership

ϖ The candidate must possess strong leadership skills and can lead with authority,

not power and lead by example. Also, he must have proven skills at teaching and

developing other ministers. Proven current or past employment in a secular job is

a plus.

7. Education

ϖ BA/BS from an accredited university/college is desired (management,

psychology, sociology, engineering, business, etc.)

ϖ BA or Master of Arts in Theology/Divinity is desired.

8. Personal Information

ϖ Married preferred.

9. Community involvement

ϖ Proven current or pass involvement in the community is required.

Responsibilities of the Pastor

The following are some of the duties to be performed by the Pastor:

ϖ Serve as spiritual leader for the congregation.

ϖ Preach and teach the gospel by preparing and delivering relevant, Spiritfilled

sermons, plan and conduct worship services

ϖ Serve as the chief officer of the church, ensuring that the policies and

mandates of the church are adhered to with church officers.

ϖ Present to the church membership for vote, any recommendations

affecting the church after they have been reviewed, considered and

approved by the pastor and deacon executive staff in accordance with the

church by-laws.

ϖ Serve as moderator of church business meeting.

ϖ Collaborate with deacons’ executive staff, deacon staff and ministry

leaders to administer church business in accordance with church policies

& by-laws.

ϖ Develop and implement a strategic plan for healthy church growth, to

include spiritual growth, membership growth and financial growth.

ϖ Lead in administrating the Holy ordinances of baptism and the Lords

Supper.

ϖ Lead and teach stimulating bible studies, classes & seminars.

ϖ Represent the church in conventions, civic or charitable meetings.

ϖ Officiate at funerals and weddings etc.

PASTORAL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT-------HOW TO APPLY

St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church of Jacksonville FL is seeking a full-time

pastor, called by God who will be a spiritual leader of the congregation. The qualified

candidate will be responsible to God and the congregation to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to teach the Bible, to provide Christian leadership in all areas of the church and to engage in pastoral care for the congregation.

All interested and qualified persons must submit an initial candidate package consisting

of the following information:

ϖ A letter of interest which includes how you became a believer in Jesus Christ and

the reason you would like to become the pastor of SJMBC.

ϖ A completed Application (a blank application can be found on the church’s

Website, )

ϖ A current resume which includes relevant ministry, professional and educational

experiences.

ϖ Copies of ministerial licenses and ordination certificates

ϖ Copies of degrees

ϖ Five (5) recommendation letters (3 clergy,1 layperson and 1 personal)

ϖ Current Photo

All of the requested items are enumerated on the church’s website.

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