Pastor Job Description
About Midway Baptist Church
Midway Baptist Church is a mission‑driven and strongly fellowship‑centered congregation with more than 135 years of ministry in the Gretna community. Founded in 1887, the church has grown from humble beginnings into a vibrant, multigenerational body marked by warm relationships, predominately traditional worship, and a deep commitment to sharing the Gospel. We average 140 in worship and maintain active ministries for children, youth, and adults. Midway is affiliated with the Staunton River Baptist Association, the Baptist General Association of Virginia, and the Southern Baptist Convention.
Position Summary
Midway Baptist Church is seeking a full‑time Pastor who will provide strong biblical preaching, relational shepherding, and spiritual leadership. The ideal candidate will faithfully preach Scripture, love people well, and guide the church in discipleship, outreach, and mission.
Key Responsibilities
1. Biblical Preaching & Teaching
Preach expository biblical sermons grounded in sound doctrine
Provide clear teaching of God’s Word
Lead Sunday morning worship services and Wednesday night Bible study
2. Shepherding & Pastoral Care
Build meaningful relationships across all ages
Be present and engaged in church life, modeling relational leadership
Visit and care for members, including the sick, elderly, and homebound
Strengthen the church’s culture of fellowship and community
3. Discipleship & Spiritual Development
Encourage spiritual growth through teaching, mentoring, and discipleship
Support and strengthen Sunday School, small groups, and midweek ministries
Equip members to grow in their walk with Christ and use their spiritual gifts
4. Evangelism & Community Outreach
Lead the church in developing relationships with the lost and unchurched
Support and participate in major outreach events
Encourage a culture of evangelism and community engagement
5. Leadership & Administration
Provide spiritual leadership to Deacons, volunteers, and ministry teams
Collaborate with committees, Deacons, and church officers
Provide oversight as needed to ensure healthy church operations
Desired Personal Characteristics
The congregation strongly values a pastor who is:
Humble and servant‑hearted
Kind, compassionate, and approachable
Bible‑centered and doctrinally sound
Loving toward people and committed to fellowship
A strong communicator
A person of integrity and Christian character
Education & Experience
The congregation places high value on calling, character, and biblical education.
Preferred qualifications:
Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Biblical Studies or Divinity
6–10 years of ministry experience
Demonstrated experience in preaching, shepherding, and relational ministry
Compensation Information
Midway Baptist Church provides a comprehensive and competitive compensation package for the Pastor. Specific monetary amounts will be discussed directly with candidates and are not listed in this description.
Salary
A competitive salary appropriate to the candidate’s experience, education, pastoral responsibilities, and ministry context.
Housing
A housing allowance will be provided in accordance with IRS pastoral housing guidelines.
Benefits
The benefits package may include:
Health insurance
Retirement contributions
Life and disability insurance
Cell phone allowance
Bonuses
Reimbursable Ministry Expenses
The church reimburses ministry‑related expenses in accordance with church policies, including:
Mileage and travel for ministry purposes
Conference and continuing education expenses
Other approved expenses with submitted receipts
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following materials to Chris Waller, Chairman of the Pastor Search Committee, at cwallermbc@gmail.com:
Résumé
Three references
Personal testimony and call to ministry
Philosophy of preaching and pastoral leadership