Lake Ouachita Baptist Church is seeking God's chosen and prepared man to become our next Pastor. We are a traditional multi-generational Southern Baptist Church with an average attendance of 80 in worship service. Located just outside of Mount Ida, Arkansas, the county seat of Montgomery County and near Lake Ouachita.Purpose: The Pastor is the spiritual leader of the church, and is responsible to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to teach Biblical scripture, to engage in pastoral care, and to provide administrative leadership in all areas of church life and function. He should be able to lead collaboratively with the deacons, and the church staff to provide opportunities for church members/guests to worship, be discipled toward growth in their daily walk of faith, and that they may impact their communities with the gospel centered lives. Candidates are to stand firm for the sanctity of human life, the sacredness of marriage between one man and one woman, and the fundamental freedom to express our faith in the public arena.

Minimum Qualifications:• Born again believer by the saving blood of Jesus Christ.• Possess the Biblical qualifications as stated in 1Timothy 3: 1-7 and Titus 1: 5-9.• Ordained Southern Baptist Minister.• Be above reproach.• Must be able to pass background check/s.• Possess proven character, integrity, and exhibit an example of a Godly balanced life.• Possess strong leadership and vision.• Supports the Baptist Faith and Message (ver. 2000).• Seminary education is preferred.• Able to supervise and administrate church staff.• Familiarity with computers and technology.

Key Responsibilities:• Able to present well-organized, Bible based sermons and lessons on Sunday and Wednesday that edify, challenge, and encourage the church as well as promote the worship of God. Knowledge and desire to preach/teach the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation.• Lead the congregation to follow the Great Commission to reach the lost and unchurched, fostering Biblical, emotional, social, and spiritual growth. Disciple the congregation through Bible study with the aim to develop Christian growth and depth of Biblical understanding with life applications.• Uphold with integrity the doctrines, the constitution, and the by-laws of Lake Ouachita Baptist Church.• The pastor will, with the deacons, oversee the pastoral care and nurturement of the church members.• Provide care and confidential council (as allowable by law) to members and non-members in planned life events (e.g., pre-marital counseling) and moments of personal struggle or crises.• Administer the ordinances of the church (Baptism and Communion) on a regular and as needed basis.• Ensure the church maintains its focus on providing ministry and initiatives that engage and involve members of every generation.• Provide primary oversight to the deacons, all church committees, and organizations as a non-voting ex-officio member in the development and implementation of programs of ministry and mission. Effectively encourage people, programs, and ministries of the church family.• The pastor is expected to maintain church office hours, with flexibility for after hour church emergencies for the benefit of all church members/non-members and the related business of the church.• Meet annually with the Personnel Committee of the church for review and evaluation of the performance of paid staff.• Provide a plan for a qualified person to conduct services during his absence for vacation, sickness, sabbaticals, etc.

Interested candidates are invited to submit resumes electronically to:[email protected] contact with questions:Wayne InzerChairman Pastor Search Team870-489-6215