Our Mission and VisionOur desire is to see God produce an ever-growing multiplicity of Christ-followers inTerrace Heights, the Yakima Valley, and throughout the world. We hope to see thishappen by: Helping people put "roots" into Jesus through receiving Him as Lord, beingbaptized in His name, praying constantly, and growing in knowledge of this life in Christthrough God's Word. Supporting and encouraging fellow believers as we hold eachother accountable to continue the growth process of being Christ-like. This occursduring Sunday services and in our everyday lives. "Branching" out to serve ourcommunity, schools, and neighbors and sharing the Good News of life in Jesus. Thisincludes sending out Christ-followers to plant new churches, and as missionariesthroughout the Yakima Valley and the world.

Job Description:Terrace Heights Baptist Church (THBC) is seeking a Senior Pastor who faithfullypursues God's direction in prayer, possesses a true shepherd's heart, and is passionateabout God, His Word, and His people.We desire a man of integrity who maintains a growing, intimate walk with the Lord Jesusthrough the power of the Holy Spirit.He will model a lifestyle of evangelism through his daily interactions & demonstrating astrong ability in creating a visionary plan for the future of the THBC, while fosteringdiscipleship, spiritual growth, and authentic community within the church, so that ourpeople are equipped to reach the unchurched around us.The ideal candidate is humble, supportive, and compassionate, with a willingness fortransparency, has a down-to-earth temperament, and is gifted in building authenticrelationships with strong interpersonal skills.Terrace Heights Baptist Church is an established congregation in the Terrace Heightscommunity, just a few miles from Yakima.The people of Terrace Heights Baptist Church are committed to Christ, to one another,and are eager to follow the vision and leadership of the pastor God is preparing for us.

Preferred Qualifications for the Terrace Heights Church's Next Pastor:● Strength in leadership and shepherding.● A strong commitment to the value of family and an understanding of a healthyfamily life that strengthens faith.● 5+ years of senior or lead pastoral experience.● An ability to be relational, engaging, and connected with the church body.● A seminary degree and/or willingness to pursue ongoing theological education.● Strong communication skills that foster meaningful connections with both theTerrace Heights Church family and the surrounding community.● A clear desire to seek God's will and vision for the church, coupled with the abilityto communicate that vision, and lead through change with humility, wisdom,discernment, and courage.● The ability to effectively train and empower qualified staff and leaders.● Comfortable with the use of technology to foster effective communication withinour church community, as well as reaching the community outside TerraceHeights.● Ministry experience in the Pacific Northwest is preferred, or a well-defined senseof God's call to serve in this region.

Competitive salary based on experience. Benefits provided.

Please include a current picture, as well as a link to view your sermons, along with yourresume, to: [email protected]

To learn more about our congregation and ministries, please visit our church profile at:http://terraceheightsbaptist.com/

Rooted in Jesus, Growing with God's Family, Branching Out to Serv