FBCD is prayerfully seeking a Senior Pastor.
Below you will find information on the church and area, the job description, and the email address to which you should send your resume if the Lord directs you.
Decherd, TN is a small, welcoming town nestled in Franklin County, known for its friendly community and charming atmosphere. The area boasts beautiful natural surroundings, including the nearby Tims Ford Lake, perfect for boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation. Decherd’s close proximity to the larger cities, like Winchester and Tullahoma, provides convenient access to shopping, dining, and healthcare facilities. The town offers a quiet, rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community, making it ideal for families and retirees. Local schools are part of a supportive and dedicated school district, ensuring quality education for children. Additionally, Decherd is within driving distance of large towns like Murfreesboro and Chattanooga, offering even more amenities and entertainment options. With its picturesque landscapes and a slower pace of life, Decherd provides a peaceful and enjoyable living environment.
FBCD is a Southern Baptist church with traditional services with some contemporary worship. The church was started in 1907 making it 117 years old and continues to offer ministries that accommodate all age groups.
The senior pastor is responsible to the church to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to teach biblical revelation, to engage in pastoral care ministries, to provide administrative leadership in all areas of church life, and to act as the chief administrator of the paid staff. He shall serve as the chief undershepherd and overseer of the church, feeding, leading and nurturing the sheep. His main responsibilities will be to communicate God’s Word, minister to spiritual needs and provide biblical leadership for the church.
| Ministry Area/Department | General Staff/Administration |
| Position: | Senior Pastor |
| Accountable to: | God; church family |
| Ministry Target: | Church and community |
| Position is: | Full-time paid staff |
| Position May be Filled by: | Ordained man of God, approved by the Church body |
| Spiritual Gifts: |
– Pastoring – Exhortation – Teaching – Prophecy – Evangelism |
| Talents or Abilities Desired: |
– Leadership ability – Good communication skills – Ability and experience in teaching and preaching – Training/experience in counseling – Experience in leading others to Christ – Ability to be discreet and tactful – Manages his own family well |
| Personality Traits Sought: |
– Spirit-filled – Loving – Outgoing – Personable – Inviting – Spiritually mature |
| Passion for: | Shepherding the saints, equipping them for ministry, and influencing the community for Christ |
| Average Work Week: | Five days per week, including Sundays and Wednesdays. Posted office hours and days off to be determined by the pastor. On-call and accessible for emergency situations. |
ANTICIPATED TIME COMMITMENTS:
| 1. |
Minstry Preparation and Participation: Set aside an appropriate amount of time to visit with and minister to prospects, church members, and the sick. |
| 2. |
Participation in Meetings, Training and Sermon Preparation: Expected to participate and be involved in the local Baptist association. |
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
| 1. | Provide leadership and vision for the church through an effective program of witnessing and in a caring ministry for persons in the church and community. As such, will need to reside within Franklin County, preferably within 15 miles of the church. |
| 2. | Direct plans for ministry and church growth, as well as develop the church structure based on the Team philosophy of ministry. |
| 3. | Motivate, equip and nurture the people of the church through example, preach and teach God’s Word and provide spiritual counseling. |
| 4. | Spend significant time in prayer and Bible study. |
| 5. | Contact and/or visit hospitalized or grieving church members, as well as visiting church members to establish a one-on-one relationship with the members of the church. |
| 6. | Plan and conduct worship services, participating in evangelism efforts through preaching and giving invitations during services or revivals, visitation and other outreach efforts. |
| 7. | Perform baptisms and lead in observance of ordinances. Available to officiate at weddings and funerals, if requested (at the pastor’s discretion). |
| 8. | Provide premarital counseling, counseling regarding salvation and spiritual issues and other counseling for church members. |
| 9. | Oversee church discipline and manage conflict within the church. Seek to reconcile relationships and promote unity within the church. |
| 10. | Cooperate with associational, state and denominational leaders in matters of mutual interest and concern; keep the church informed of denominational developments; represent the church in civil matters. |
| 11. | Serve as chairman of Church Council to lead in planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and evaluating the total church program. |
| 12. | Act as moderator of church business meetings. |
| 13. | Work with deacons, church officers and committees as they perform their assigned responsibilities; train and lead the deacons in a program of visitation and family ministry. |
| 14. | Serve as chief administrator of the paid church staff; supervise the work of paid staff members. |
Resumes (with references) should be sent to Jill Miller at
fbcdpastorsearchcommittee@gmail.com by August 31, 2024.