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Warren Community Church Somerville, TN Position: Senior Pastor Primary Responsibilities Preaching & Teaching Preach biblically faithful, Christ-centered sermons each week. Teach and equip believers through Bible studies, discipleship, and doctrinal instruction. Promote evangelism and spiritual growth. Spiritual Leadership & Shepherding Provide pastoral care including counseling, hospital visits, and crisis support. Lead the congregation in prayer, worship, and spiritual renewal. Oversee ordinances such as baptism and the Lord’s Supper. Church Leadership & Administration Lead the church staff and coordinate ministry leaders/volunteers. Work closely with Ministry Advisory Council, Trustees and ministry teams to support church health and unity. Help guide church planning, budgeting, and ministry priorities. Ensure church operations align with biblical standards and church policies. Evangelism & Missions Encourage outreach in the local community. Support missions giving and participation both locally and globally. Promote a culture of sharing the gospel and serving others. Worship & Church Life Partner with worship leadership to ensure services are God-honoring, Christ-centered and biblically grounded. Officiate weddings, funerals, and other pastoral duties as needed. Maintain a visible, approachable presence in the church and community. Qualifications A clear calling to pastoral ministry and a strong personal walk with Christ. Ordained (or eligible for ordination) in a Southern Baptist or like-minded Baptist church. Demonstrated ability to preach, teach, and lead effectively. Strong character qualifications consistent with 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9. Lead the Church by example through personal and spiritual integrity, especially in areas of finances, devotional life and commitment to biblical marriage. Abstinence from the use of drugs (except as prescribed by physician) and alcohol. Further, acknowledge the disqualification from the position of Senior Pastor should such use be confirmed. Completion of Seminary training with a Master of Divinity or equivalent degree. Experience in pastoral ministry and church leadership (Minimum 3 years). Core Competencies Strong biblical preaching and teaching ability Servant leadership and humility Clear communication and interpersonal skills Wisdom in counseling and conflict resolution Ability to lead teams and develop leaders Proven personal integrity and the highest moral standards in your ministry and personal life including commitment and fidelity in your marriage or relationship Accountability & Reporting Reports to: Church congregation through the Ministry Advisory Council Works with: Church staff, ministry leaders, and volunteers To apply, contact pastorsearch@warrencommunitychurch.org. #J-18808-Ljbffr Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

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