River of Life Church of Volusia, Enterprise, Florida is prayerfully seeking the man God has called to fill the position of Senior Pastor. The first public worship service for River of Life was held at the Enterprise Elementary School. In December 2004, the church purchased 10-1/2 acres of lake-front property at 130 Garfield Rd., Enterprise. The services are held in an open-air pavilion, with a congregation currently of 50 to 60 plus. There is an administration building, a bath house, and several structures used for animals, storage and our Christmas in the Country event (yearly until The LORD allowed our pastor to enter his Heavenly Home during one of the events on December 13, 2024). Therefore, we are seeking a Senior Pastor to "shepherd" the church, the man God has called and equipped.

The Senior 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 River of Life members/guests to worship, be discipled toward growth in their walk of faith, and that they may impact their communities with Gospel centered lives. Candidates are expected 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.

Qualifications:

· A minimum of a Seminary Degree or equivalent from a seminary that Southern Baptist students attend.

· Ordained and Licensed Southern Baptist Minister.

· 5-10 years' experience preferred, open to a recent seminary graduate.

· Have Biblical qualifications as stated in Titus 1:5-9 and 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

· Effective interpersonal and communication skills

· Demonstrates strong leadership and strategic thinking capabilities

· Demonstrates proven character and integrity, maintaining a vital personal relationship with the Lord through daily Bible study and prayer, as well as having proper priorities at home with family, exhibiting and example of a Godly balanced life.

Key Responsibilities:

1. The Senior Pastor will present organized Bible-based sermons and lessons on Sunday and Wednesday that edify, challenge and encourage the church and also promote the devoted worship of God. Understanding and a passion to preach/teach the entirety of the Bible (Genesis through Revelation).

2. Lead the congregation to execute the Great Commission to reach "the lost," the unchurched while fostering growth biblically, emotionally, socially and spiritually. Through Bible study, disciple the congregation with the goal of developing Christian maturity and depth of Biblical understanding with life applications.

3. Uphold with integrity the doctrines, the constitution, and by-laws of River of Life Church.

4. Provide pastoral care by visiting the sick, elderly and bereaved. Maintain contact with the church family, while loving and affirming persons and families within the fellowship. Be available for emergencies as needed. The pastor shall, with the deacons oversee the pastoral care and nurturement of the church members.

5. Provide care and confidential counsel to members and non-members in planned life events (e.g., pre-marital counseling) and moments of personal struggle or crisis.

6. Administer the ordinances of the church (Baptism and Communion) on a regular and as needed basis.

7. Perform weddings, baby dedications, funerals as requested.

8. Ensure the church maintains a focus on providing ministry and initiatives that engage and involve members of every generation.

9. Provide guidance and 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 persons, programs, and ministries of the church family.

10. Provide primary oversight and direction to the church office, overseeing the church calendar maintenance, representing the church to visitors and other persons who contact the church, serving in other reasonable activities relative to the church office.

11. The Senior Pastor is directly responsible to the congregation in the performance of the ministry.

12. Provide a plan for a qualified person to conduct services during his absence for vacation, sickness, etc.

Interested candidates can submit resumes electronically to:

[email protected]

or mail resumes to:

Pastor Search Committee

130 Garfield RD

Enterprise, FL 32725