SBC Virginia
Position: Pastor
Organization: SBC Virginia
Location: Rocky Mount, VA
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Pastor at Sandy Ridge Baptist Church | SBC Virginia Pastor Sandy Ridge Baptist Church | Rocky Mount, VA Posted Date 7/02/2026 Description Sandy Ridge Baptist Church's mission is to help people find God and grow their faith, discover their purpose and make a difference with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. The members of Sandy Ridge Baptist Church, Rocky Mount, Virginia, a Southern Baptist church, are in search of an ordained, licensed fuill-time Pastor to faithfully shepherd our congregation; a man of God who loves and believes the inerrant Word of God; leads with compassion and lives according to biblical teachings. Pastoral candidates must be equipped to be a teacher, leader, and counselor. Candidates must demonstrate good leadership qualities and good and personable communication skills with all age levels. Major Duties: Provide spiritual leadership to the members of the church Prepare weekly services – including sermons and weekly Bible studies Preach and oversee worship services Interpret biblical scripture Cooperate with the Southern Baptist Convention Provide counseling (including crisis situations) according to the Word of God Work with Deacons, church officers and committees to develop annual church goals and develop a strategy to fulfill the church's mission and vision Preside as primary officiant for church functions; communion, baptisms, funerals, weddings, etc. Represent the church in civic matters Visit sick, shut-in members at home, hospital, or nursing care facilities Provide a caring ministry for those in the church and community Lead the church in an effective outreach program to reach the unchurched, inactive or new residents in the community through church activities, etc. Minister to prosepective members through personal contact Have a heart and mind for missions Consult with Deacons to fill the pulpit in absences Must pass a comprehensive background check Education: Seminary or Bible College graduate Experience: Experience with a multi-aged congregation Experience in outreach to grow a congregation Compensation: A competitive compensation package will be based on the candidate's education, experience, and ministry background. Specific details will be discussed during the interview process. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following to: Pastor Search Committe at newsrbcpastor@gmail.com A detailed resume including ministry experience and education Statement of faith and philosophy of ministry At least three references, including one pastoral Links to recent sermons Applications will be reviewed prayerfully and in confidence. Selected candidates will be contacted for further interviews. Ministry Type Senior Pastor Hours/Schedule Full-Time Contact Name Pastor Search Committee Contact Info (Email and/or Phone) newsrbcpastor@gmail.com Share this job
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