Antioch Baptist Church is prayerfully launching a search for a Pastor to lead and guide our congregation to realize our Godly vision for the future. As one of the oldest African American churches in Waterloo, Iowa, Antioch has been blessed by God for 106 years. Our search committee has been charged by God and the congregation to seek a Pastor who will continue to lead our call to Kingdom Building. We are seeking a visionary leader who will capture the hearts and minds of our current membership and attract the next generation of Saints.

Our church mission statement is one of Kingdom Building, which interjects building ourselves up through the word of God and then sharing our knowledge with others to further build the Kingdom, as the word of God requires. At Antioch, we are Disciples of Christ in the church of three ships: Worship, Friendship, and Fellowship -- where worship is produced by our daily devotion with God; where friendship is produced by our love; and where fellowship is produced by our relationship with Christ.

In accordance with 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9, our Pastor will accept this task of leadership by being hospitable, loving what is good, being self-disciplined, upright, and holy. The candidate must hold firmly to the message as it has been taught, teaching and preaching the word of God through sound doctrine.

Characteristics and Attributes

· The ability to lead our congregation of all ages and genders in spiritual growth while gaining respect and building successful relationships
· Demonstrate financial leadership ability and accountability
· Ability to effectively problem-solve using biblical principles
· Exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills
· Possess effective administrative skills including the ability to effectively organize and evaluate staff

Compensation
$50,000 - $60,000

Education and Experience
· Be a licensed minister or ordained Pastor in the Baptist Faith
· Have a minimum of 3-5 years of ministerial experience
· Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and development in Christian Theology studies
· Bachelor’s degree (desired) from an accredited college/university and/or theological seminary

Candidate must submit the following items:
· Cover Letter to include belief statement
· Resume
· Contact information of three references
· Copy of license and/or ordination certificates
· Copy of transcripts from education institutions

Application materials due by: July 15, 2020

Submit application materials to:
Antioch Baptist Church
Attention: Pulpit Committee
426 Sumner Street
Waterloo, IA 50703
OR
Email: 2020AntiochPSC@gmail.com

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