PASTOR - Cherryville Baptist Church (Flemington, NJ)

Cherryville Baptist Church (Flemington, NJ) Pastor

THE BIG PICTURE

Cherryville Baptist church (https://cherryvillebaptist.org/index.html) is seeking a full time Pastor. 

1.  Position Overview
The Senior Pastor of Cherryville Baptist Church (CBC) is a leader called by the Holy Spirit to serve as an undershepherd of Jesus Christ, guiding the congregation in a life-transforming relationship with the crucified and risen Savior. This role requires the pastor to lead in alignment with Biblical truth, church doctrine, and the church covenant. Responsibilities include weekly sermons, teaching Sunday School and Bible studies, leading prayer meetings, conducting special services (e.g., Thanksgiving, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, Easter), and providing spiritual guidance to church leadership boards. The Senior Pastor will also address congregational needs such as pre-marital counseling, officiating weddings and funerals, individual visitation, and providing spiritual care.

2.  Responsibilities

Preaching and Teaching

• Preach and teach God’s Word as the foundation of faith and the source of strength for good works (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
  
• Spend time in prayerful preparation to deliver messages that comfort, exhort, admonish, and encourage the congregation.
  
• Use preaching and teaching to facilitate the work of the Holy Spirit in bringing spiritual growth, healing, and hope, while equipping believers to share the gospel.
  
• Emphasize the power of God’s Word to build faith, as described in Romans 10:14-17, and to connect believers to the grace and truth found in Christ’s death and resurrection.
  

Supporting Christian Education

• Collaborate with the Board of Christian Education to develop, implement, and monitor a Christian education program that fosters Bible literacy and spiritual growth for all ages.
  
• Guide the congregation in applying biblical principles to personal and societal challenges.
  
• Assist with Vacation Bible School (VBS) planning and coordinate special programs between the Board of Christian Education and other church boards.
  
• Teach Sunday School or other classes as deemed appropriate to support Christian education.
  

Interpreting the Faith

• Interpret the faith in ways that are biblically grounded, prayerfully considered, and Christ centered.
  
• Engage deeply with Scripture to provide well-reasoned and edifying insights.
  
• Draw upon the historical and theological traditions of Protestant Christianity, particularly within the Baptist context, to strengthen the congregation’s faith.
  
• Connect the truths of Scripture to the experiences of believers, emphasizing love for God and one another as central to the Christian life.
  

Promoting Evangelism

• Support CBC’s commitment to evangelism by encouraging members to share their faith and lead others to Christ.
  
• Help develop individual gifts of evangelism within the congregation, equipping members to articulate the hope they have in Christ with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15).
  
• Promote local outreach efforts, such as VBS and partnerships with other Christian ministries, while maintaining strong support for missionaries through the church’s mission’s budget.
  

Providing Pastoral Care

• Celebrate life events such as engagements, weddings (including pre-marital counseling), births, and other milestones.
  
• Provide compassionate support during times of sorrow, such as family losses, illness, or other hardships.
  
• Conduct visitations to the elderly, homebound, and hospitalized, offering prayer and encouragement.
  
• Plan and officiate funerals with sensitivity and care, supporting grieving families during times of loss.
  
• Perform annual visitations to all members to offer spiritual guidance and encouragement.
  
• Emphasize the importance of mutual care among church members, fostering a supportive and prayerful church community.
  

Tending to Church Growth and Health

• Focus on fostering a spiritually vibrant and nurturing environment where believers are grounded in the Word of God.
  
• Promote numerical growth through a welcoming atmosphere, rich teaching, and the encouragement of fellowship among members.
  
• Work toward the holistic health of the congregation, ensuring that spiritual, relational, and community needs are met.
  

Developing Spiritual Growth

• Guide both new and seasoned believers in deepening their spiritual journey through prayer, personal reflection, and engagement with Scripture.
  
• Lead or support Sunday School classes, weekly Bible studies, and spiritual retreats.
  
• Recommend resources for individual and group study, encouraging congregants to grow in their understanding of covenant relationships within the church.
  

Counseling

• Provide biblically grounded counseling to individuals, couples, and families seeking spiritual guidance or encouragement.
  
• Assist in resolving conflicts that impact the unity of the church body using a Christ-centered approach.
  
• Promote a culture of Christian care and concern, helping congregants align their lives with God’s will.
  

3.  Expectations

• Serve as a spiritual leader who shares the congregation’s joys and supports its sorrows and burdens.
  
• Work in collaboration with church leadership, including Deacons, Trustees, and other boards, to fulfill the church’s mission and vision.
  
• Model Christ-like humility, prayerfulness, and dedication to the ministry of CBC.
  

4.  Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a deep personal relationship with Jesus Christ and meet the biblical qualifications for pastoral leadership (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:6-9).
  
• Seminary Degree Preferred. Must be skilled in preaching, teaching, counseling, and pastoral care.
  
• Exhibit the ability to engage with Bible Scripture and communicate its truths effectively.
  
• Possess a heart for evangelism, discipleship, and fostering spiritual growth among congregants.
  

5.  Accountability

The Senior Pastor is accountable to CBC’s congregation and shall work collaboratively with the Deacons, Trustees, and other church boards to fulfill the mission and vision of the church.

This description reflects the expectations of Cherryville Baptist Church and seeks a pastor committed to prayerful leadership, faithful teaching, and compassionate care for the glory of God and the edification of His people.

Compensation

Salary - Range is between 40K and 60K, depending on years of experience and level of education.
Housing  – Parsonage with maintenance and utility allowance.
Vacation – Generous PTO based on tenure.
Health Insurance
Continuing Education – Support for annual professional development programs and events.
Professional Expenses – Stipend for ministry-related expenses including cell phone and auto allowance.
Retirement - Retirement Contribution and SECA Offset

The Process

Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor at CBC?

Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of CBC?

In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of CBC?

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to [email protected]