Seeking a bi-vocational pastor to lead and grow a small Southern Baptist Church in Avon Park, FL. By our definition, this means hiring a senior pastor with the understanding that he would be free to pursue secondary employment which supplements his income without disrupting the duties as pastor of our church. Our hope would be to grow to the point of supporting a full-time pastor. The pastor should be a man who desires to build unity within the church as well as relationships within the community and to grow the church's ministry according to God's will. The mission of Fellowship Baptist Church is to follow the example of Jesus, in loving God, loving people and making disciples.

Responsibilities:

• Preach in Sunday morning and evening and Wednesday night services.
• Provide leadership in all teams/areas of the church.
• Lead the church in visitation, discipleship, and evangelism.
• Counsel as needed.
• Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Licensed and ordained by a Southern Baptist Church
• Preferred 5+ years pastoral experience

Resumes should include:

1. Summary of education and ministry experience
2. One page summary of your personal spiritual journey
3. Three references from one or more of the following:
   1. Leader who has worked beside you in ministry
   2. Pastor or other individual familiar with your spiritual journey
   3. Employment reference