LEAD / TEACHING PASTOR – ELDER

Eastside Baptist Church

4010 Hwy 138 SW

Stockbridge, GA 30281

www.myeastside.net

Eastside Baptist Church began in 1910 (Atlanta), moved to Lithonia in 1974, and to the current location in Rockdale County in 2000. Midway between Stockbridge and Conyers, Eastside is strategically located to reach this growing and diverse southeast metro region. Throughout its 115-year history, Eastside has been marked by significant pastoral stability with three men serving a total of 78 years. In 2012, the church transitioned to an elder-led model of leadership.

Over the past several months, the church has engaged in an intentional revitalization process. But tragically, two elders have died in the past few months, including the Teaching Pastor who served faithfully since 2002. The church chose to continue the revitalization process under the leadership of an intentional interim teaching pastor/elder and the worship pastor/elder.

Our next Teaching Pastor / Elder must meet the Biblical qualifications for the role of pastor / elder / overseer found in 1 Timothy 3; Titus 1; 1 Peter 5; and Acts 20. He must demonstrate a Biblical pattern of character, healthy family relationships, and church leadership. We desire a leader with proven abilities leading a church in evangelism for their context, Global missions, clarity of discipleship process, defined leadership pathways, and faithful Biblical stewardship. He must model a personal pattern of prayer, discipleship, missions, stewardship, and Gospel witness. He must affirm the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

Other desired qualifications: (1) applicable theological education (master's degree preferred); (2) three years as proven church staff leader; (3) visible engagement in Kingdom relationships that foster fellowship, growth, and partnership. We are part of the Southern Baptist Convention, Georgia Baptist Convention, and Southside Baptist Network.

This is a full-time position that includes competitive benefits. Living in the community expected.

Interested candidates should send a resume and sermon links by January 5th to: [email protected].