Pastor Vacancy Announcement- How to Apply. Senior Pastor Search Opening Date April 17, 2017 Closing Date-June 19, 2017

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1 Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church Post Office Box 3863 Fort Pierce, FL Telephone # (772) (772) (C) Pastor Vacancy Announcement- How to Apply Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church of Fort Pierce, Florida was founded in 1903 and is seeking a Pastor, called by God who will be the spiritual leader of the congregation. The qualified candidate is responsible to God and the church to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, to teach the Bible, to provide Christian leadership in all areas of the church, and engage in pastoral care for the congregation. Senior Pastor Search Opening Date April 17, 2017 Closing Date-June 19, 2017 All interested and qualified persons should send an to for an application and job description. You must submit an initial Candidate Package consisting of the following information: 1. A completed application 2. A current resume which includes a summary of relevant ministry professional and educational experiences 3. Copies of ministerial license and ordination certificate 4. Copies of degrees from accredited institutions 5. Verification of theological training 6. Three (3) letters of recommendation (clergy, layperson and personal) 7. A DVD/CD or flash drive of a recent (within 6 months) bible-based sermon 8. Current color photo Please submit Candidate Package by ing to and mail the DVD/CD or flash drive to: Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church C/O Pulpit Committee Post office Box 3863 Fort Pierce, FL 34948

2 Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church Pastor Job Description Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church is seeking a Senior Pastor. See job description below for details. Applications (Resume and Cover Letter) must be submitted both via AND via mail to Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, P. O. Box 3863, Fort Pierce, FL POSITION: Senior Pastor REPORTS TO: Congregation GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Senior Pastor provides spiritual, pastoral, outreach, administrative, and servant leadership to the congregation of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church so the congregation might fulfill its mission as a light of Christ in the City of Fort Pierce. The Senior Pastor relates and connects with multiple generations and a diverse congregation within a community environment. In addition, the pastor represents the congregation in denominational or community organizations and activities to learn new ways the church can support and engage with the surrounding area. Recognizing the importance of spiritual health and one s personal relationship with GOD, the Senior Pastor takes time for regular prayer, Bible study, rest, and recreation. Lastly, the Senior Pastor extends GOD s grace to others and leads by example as one who is relational, authentic, transparent, and humble. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and selfcontrol. Against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23 DETAILED DESCRIPTION: Worship: Conduct worship that enables people to hear the word of GOD and participate in personal and corporate devotion and relationship with GOD. Plan, in consultation with the Minister of Music and Staff, all elements of regular worship services of the Church. Prepare and deliver sermons and lessons at all regular worship services of the Church unless on occasion the congregation authorizes another to fulfill this responsibility. Approve all special worship events of the Church, including, Christmas, Easter and Thanksgiving as well as weddings and funerals unless otherwise provided for as authorized by the Church. Spiritual Formation: Guide the spiritual formation of the congregation through teaching, preaching, and leadership by example. Work with the congregation to ensure the Church is provided with opportunities to pray and to study the Bible and the Christian Tradition e.g. Tuesday night prayer and Bible Study, Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Work with the congregation to encourage them to give time, talents and resources in service to GOD.

3 Administration: Oversee all areas of the congregation s ministry in consultation with the Deacons, Trustees and Church Ministries. Support, supervise, manage and provide for the evaluation of church employees in conjunction with Deacons and Trustees. Build a sense of teamwork among the leaders of the Church. Enable Deacons, Trustees, Officers and Ministry Heads to better perform their duties through training and support. Work with the Trustees and Finance Ministry to see that the facilities of the church are functional and in good repair. Outreach: Have a heart for community ministries and an understanding of the challenges of sharing the gospel in a city with many differing view and opinions. Make a concerted effort to engage new visitors and encourage them to take an active role in church. Provide training opportunities to the congregation for outreach and evangelism. Pastoral Care: Visit or contact church members to encourage their involvement or to address their personal needs (especially all homebound church members). Provide pastoral care in conjunction with members and deacons through visitation, counseling and prayer. Make appropriate referrals when necessary and quickly respond to crisis situations which arise in congregation. Professional Qualifications: Devout personal faith in Christ, familiar with Baptist tradition (although not necessarily Baptist) and able to support the polity and mission of Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church. Graduate theological degree from an accredited seminary or divinity school or called by GOD to preach. At least five (5) years of experience in a similar ministry position is preferred. Working Conditions: The position of Senior Pastor requires great flexibility in hours available for work, including evenings and weekends. The pastor should be in the office a sufficient amount of time for accessibility to members of the congregation and for regular communication with members of the congregation.

4 Mount olive missionary baptist church 800 Avenue C Post Office Box 3863 Fort Pierce, FL Telephone # (772) PASTORAL APPLICATION (Please send a recent photo and a DVD/CD or flash drive of a recent sermon. Information is to be typewritten.) SECTION I - PERSONAL INFORMATION Name: First Middle Last (include maiden name, if applicable) Mailing Address Residency Length of time at current address Telephone: (Home) (Work) Address Personal Website Address Preferred Contact Preferred Telephone Contact: Home Work Mobile SSN: (last 4 digits) Date of Birth Age: If hired, can you present proof of your legal right to live and work in this country? Yes No N/A Citizenship Birthplace: Date and Place Licensed: (Submit copy of License Certificate) By What Denomination: Are you ordained? Yes No Date and Place Ordained: (Submit a copy of Ordination Certificate) By What Denomination: Are you a certified /licensed counselor? Yes No -Page 1 of 12-

5 Organizational memberships and affiliations: Have you ever filed for bankruptcy? Yes No If yes, please state the nature and circumstances of the bankruptcy. Background Information Please answer the following questions. (Use an additional sheet to include a statement explaining the circumstances to any affirmative answers.) (1) During your term as pastor of any church, have you ever been dismissed from a pastorate or ministerial position or been the subject of any dismissal proceeding in the ministry? Yes No (2) Have you ever suffered from alcohol, drug, and/or sexual addiction? Yes No (3) Have you ever been charged with a felony or misdemeanor? Yes No (4) Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? Yes No (5) Have you ever been incapacitated by an illness during the last 5 years? Yes No (6) Are you currently under a doctor s care for any physical or mental disability? Yes No If you answered yes to either of the previous questions, please state the nature of the situation(s) or when you were convicted and the disposition of the case on the attached sheet. Marital Status: Single Married Divorced Widowed Spouse s Name: Spouse s Telephone: Indicate whether your spouse is or has been involved in your ministry; if so, in what capacity? Children: Please list the names and ages of all your children. Age Age Age Age If you have been divorced, please provide the place and date of the decree. -Page 2 of 12-

6 SECTION II EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND TRAINING High School: Year Graduated: College/University Major: Date Degree Conferred: College/University Major: Date Degree Conferred: Graduate School: Major: Date Degree Conferred: Graduate School: Major: Date Degree Conferred: Honorary Degrees Major: Date Degree Conferred: Continuing Education Courses relevant to this position: Studies in progress: Institution: Major: Hours Completed: Year Degree Expected: -Page 3 of 12-

7 If you answer Yes to any of the questions in the following section, please explain on the attached sheet the nature of the suit, offense, date, court and disposition or other appropriate explanation. A conviction record will not automatically be a bar to employment. Factors such as your age at the time of the crime, seriousness and nature of the violation, time elapsed since the crime, job relatedness, and subsequent rehabilitation will be considered. 1. Are you presently being investigated or under a procedure to consider your discharge for misconduct by your present employer? Yes No 2. Has any employer ever subjected you to disciplinary action, suspended, terminated or asked you to leave a job or volunteer position on the grounds of and unlawful sexual behavior, or violation of and employer s sexual misconduct or harassment policy? Yes No 3. Have you ever been charged, found guilty or of found involved in civil or criminal proceedings with improprieties regarding children? Yes No 4. Have you ever entered a plea of guilty, a plea of no contest or has any court ever deferred further proceedings without entering a finding of guilt and placed you on probation or in a community service or education program for any crime other than a minor traffic offense? Yes No 5. Have you ever been suspended, discharged, or resigned in lieu of discharging from any position? Yes No SECTION III PREVIOUS PASTORAL EXPERIENCES Please provide previous pastoral and Christian Service Experiences (both paid and unpaid), and discuss the following (do not send job descriptions): 1. Church/organization s name and address 2. Title of position 3. Duties 4. Starting and ending dates (month/year) 5. Hours worked per week 6. Annual salary (paid and/or unpaid) 7. Number of people supervised and nature of their duties 8. Most significant contribution(s) 9. Program(s) implemented that resulted in church growth and an increase in finances 10. Dates and places of revivals, evangelistic crusades, and/or Christian workshops conducted 11. Reason for leaving -Page 4 of 12-

8 SECTION IV OTHER EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (NON-PASTORAL) Please provide the following information for paid and unpaid work experience, including military experience, if any (do not send job descriptions): 1. Employer s name and address 2. Job title 3. Major duties and accomplishments 4. Supervisor s name, title and phone number 5. Starting and ending dates (month/year) 6. Hours worked per week 7. Annual salary (paid and/or unpaid) 8. Number of people supervised and the nature of their duties 9. Reason for leaving SECTION V WRITTEN NARRATIVE Please provide a statement to express your views on the following: 1. The Bible gives the fundamental qualities of a Pastor. Explain how you meet the qualifications for a Pastor as stated in Titus 1:5-9, 1 Peter 5:1-4, and 2 Peter 1: Identify and discuss your personal Christian experience(s) that you view as having been especially important in the development of your Christian faith and life. 3. What are your views on the authority relationship that should exist between the Pastor and the Church s governing boards? 4. Describe your specific involvement or experience with Youth Ministries and Sunday School development. 5. What is your style of leadership? How do you work with staff, officers, boards, and committees? 6. Describe one program, which you implemented that resulted in growth in the youth and young adult populations. SECTION VI REFERENCES Please provide the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three (3) references. At least two references should be in ministry. Ministerial Experience: Please list your ministry experience for the past five (5) years beginning with your most recent position held. Attach additional sheets if necessary. -Page 5 of 12-

9 MINISTERIAL EXPERIENCE Employer/Church: Supervisor: Dates From: To: Phone # Job Title Reason for leaving (be specific) May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No Employer/Church: Supervisor: Dates From: To: Phone # Job Title Reason for leaving (be specific) May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No -Page 6 of 12-

10 Work Experience: Please list your work experience for the past five (5) years beginning with your most recent job held. If you were self-employed, give firm name. Attach additional sheets if necessary. Employer/Church: WORK EXPERIENCE Supervisor: Employment Dates From: To: Phone # Job Title Reason for leaving (be specific) May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No Employer/Church: Supervisor: Employment Dates From: To: Phone # Job Title Reason for leaving (be specific) May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No What evidence is there that you are able to operate cross-culturally and be at home in a multicultural community? What experience have you had in a multicultural community? -Page 7 of 12-

11 LEADERSHIP ROLES What are your strengths as a leader? What evidence exists to confirm the strengths that you have delineated? What are your weaknesses as a leader? Discuss three (3) goals or objectives you would like to accomplish in your first year as a pastor of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church. Do you use social media outlets for communications? Yes No If so, please list the social media networks you use (i.e., Facebook, Twitter,) include screen names, hashtags, and affiliations: -Page 8 of 12-

12 PROFESSIONAL, PERSONAL, AND SPIRTUAL REFERENCES List references that are qualified to speak to your spiritual experience and Christian service. 1. Name/Complete Address Telephone Position Page 9 of 12-

13 SECTION VII SIGNED AUTHORIZATION Please read carefully prior to affixing signature. Read carefully, initial each paragraph and sign below. initials initials I certify that all information in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and I have not knowingly withheld any information that might adversely affect my chances for employment. I understand that misleading or false statements will constitute sufficient cause for refusal of hire or termination of my employment. I understand that I consent to submit to a criminal records check and or background check by the appropriate investigating authorities. Please sign the following authorization, which states: I hereby give the Pulpit Search Committee of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church permission to contact my references and to verify any and all information provided in this application and to further investigate my background as it is deemed appropriate. Printed Name Signature Date -Page 10 of 12-

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