Bethel Baptist Church, East...Our purpose is to exalt God through Jesus Christ, expressing His love...
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“A Ministry Minded Church: Serving God With The Mind Of Christ In The Spirit Of His Love” Philippians 2:5
Bethel Baptist Church, East Post Office Box 13329 Detroit, Michigan 48213
_____________________________________________________________ Office: (313) 923-3060 Email: [email protected] Fax: (313) 923-0021
Senior Pastor Vacancy Announcement
How To Apply
The members of Bethel Baptist Church, East, Detroit, Michigan, having been established for 97
years are prayerfully announcing the call for candidates to apply for the position of Senior
Pastor.
Pastor Search
Opening Date – November, 2017
Closing Date – until filled
All interested and qualified candidates should go to bethelbceast.org and point to “Shepherd”
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
3. Copies of ministerial license and ordination certificate
4. Copies of degrees from accredited institutions
5. Verification of theological training
Please submit “Candidate Package” by emailing to [email protected] or mail to Bethel
Baptist Church, East P.O. Box 13329, Detroit, MI 48213.
*Successful candidates may be required to submit additional information upon request. If
selected for an in person interview and sermon, travel expenses will be paid by the church.
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, EAST Pastoral Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
A. Be an Ordained Minister of the Baptist Denomination.
B. Be a graduate of a Theological Seminary or Divinity School that has the highest rating given
by an approval accreditation association.
C. Have at least five years of experience as a Pastor of a Baptist Church.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidate must demonstrate:
• Spiritual maturity and characteristics outlined in … 1 Timothy 3: 1-7 and Titus 1: 6-9.
• Evidence of a Licensed Minister and ordained in accordance with the Baptist Faith.
• Evidence of matriculation through Master of Divinity (M.Div.) or higher from an accredited
institution.
• Commitment to further religious training.
• The ability to articulate a vision for the church that emphasizes spiritual growth,
evangelism, and Christian Education development.
• Effective communication skills (written, oral and interpersonal) with the ability to teach
sound doctrine and preach effectively from the Holy Bible.
• The ability to plan and conduct worship services.
• The ability to moderate and preside at church meetings.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Experience in Pastoral and/or Biblical counseling.
• A record of community and mission involvement.
• An active record and knowledge of local, state and national issues that affect the
congregation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) at the intermediate
level.
Prior experience in maintaining a multi-staff church or institution.
Physical ability to perform all duties pertinent to the role of Pastor.
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BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, EAST Pastoral Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities
Our purpose is to exalt God through Jesus Christ, expressing His love through evangelism,
sharing His love through service, promoting His love through discipleship, and experiencing His
love through fellowship.
Mission Statement
The Mission of this Church shall be the preaching of the gospel, teaching of the Christian faith,
the proclaiming of the gospel of Jesus Christ, as the redemptive force in individual life and
society, the promoting of those great distinctive principles for which the Baptist denomination
represents and extending the Kingdom of God to this community and throughout the world.
The members of Bethel Baptist Church, East, Detroit, Michigan, having been established for 97
years are prayerfully announcing the call for candidates to apply for the position of Senior
Pastor.
Our call goes out to candidates who:
Are divinely equipped to effectively preach and teach the Word of God to all of His
people.
Have demonstrated a commitment to God and the Church to proclaim the Gospel of
Jesus Christ, provide biblical and spiritual instruction, strategic leadership to the
members, ministries and staff of the Church.
Have a compassionate shepherd’s heart to nurture and guide the congregation to
ensure that the church body is edified and equipped to do the work of Jesus Christ.
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BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, EAST Pastoral Qualifications, Duties and Responsibilities
Pastoral Job Description
The Pastor must be: A full-time Pastor, able to preach the specified Word of God as inspired by the Holy Bible.
A spiritual leader who is accountable to God, the Church Leadership and the congregation
as a whole.
Accountable for establishing the overall direction that God has for the Church and
communicating that vision to the congregation with the support of the Church Leadership.
Able to objectively implement the vision in collaboration with the Church Leadership.
Accountable for overseeing and directing the effectiveness of all the ministries of the
church.
Willing to provide pastoral care for members and be especially cognizant of the “sick and shut-in”.
Responsibilities
The Pastor must:
• Administer the Ordinances of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
• Set an example of good Christian Character, Behavior and Life Style.
• Serve as spiritual Leader of the Church.
• Plan and conduct worship services.
• Provide God-inspired sermons that educate, motivate, inspire and unite the congregation in
Christian growth and service.
• Shepherd the congregation so that the church body is edified and equipped to do the work
of Jesus Christ.
• Serve as Counselor and Spiritual Advisor for all members.
• Conduct ceremony of Ordination of Ministers and Deacons.
• Work cooperatively with all members of the Church.
• Provide pastoral counseling, performs weddings, conduct funerals and memorial services.
• Articulate a vision for the church that emphasizes spiritual growth; evangelism and Christian
Educational Development.
• Teach Bible study lessons that provide practical applications and insight for daily living and
development.
• Plan and provide revival services periodically for the spiritual renewal of the church.
• Promote Biblical stewardship, both financial and personal.
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Responsibilities (cont.)
• Exercise good stewardship in managing God’s resources.
• Provide a vision and commitment for church growth, membership retention, and spiritual
development, especially in youth and young adults.
• Demonstrate the ability to work and effectively communicate with all age groups of the
church membership.
• Participate and cooperate with local, district, regional, and national religious organizations.
• Collaborate with the Church Leadership to execute the mission and vision of the church.
• Work in collaboration with the Church Leadership in compliance with the Bible, Constitution
and By-Laws of the Church.
• Establish annual leadership training meetings to improve leadership knowledge and skills
within the church.
• Represent the church in civic and community matters.
• Organize, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the overall Church ministry.
• Exercise confidentiality in all aspects of the Church life.
Moderate and preside at the Joint Board Meeting and other scheduled church meetings, as
needed.
Be an ex-officio member of all ministries.
Perform all duties and responsibilities required as Pastor.
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BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, EAST – DETROIT, MICHIGAN
Pastoral Application Form
Personal Information
Name: _______________________________________________________________________
Last First Middle
Present Residence
Address: ______________________________________________________________________
Street City State Zip
Mailing Address, if different ______________________________________________________
Street or P.O. Box City State Zip
How Long: ______
Telephone: (Primary) _________________ (Cell) __________________ (Other) ___________
Email address: _________________________________________________________________
Social Media Site Name or Website: _______________________________________________
Marital Status: Married Divorced Single Widow(er)
U.S. Citizen: Yes No
Age ___________ Date of Birth ____________ Birth Place ____________________
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Are you ordained? Yes No
Date and Place of Ordination: ___________________________________________________
Denomination: ________________________________________________________________
Have you been baptized by immersion? Yes No
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Have you ever filed for bankruptcy? Yes No
If yes, please state the nature and circumstance of the bankruptcy:
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Background Information
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Yes No
If yes, please state the nature of the crime(s), when and where convicted and disposition of the case.
If you answer “Yes” to any of the questions in the following section, please use the space provided at
the end of this section to describe 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 any unlawful sexual behavior, or
violation of an employer’s sexual misconduct or harassment policy? Yes No
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Background Information continued
3. Have you ever been treated for substance abuse? Yes No
4. Have you ever been charged in criminal proceedings with improprieties regarding
children? Yes No
5. Have you ever entered a plea of guilty, a plea of “no contest” (nolo contendere), or
has any court ever deferred further proceedings without entering a finding of guilty
and placed you on probation or in a public service or education program for any
crime other than a minor traffic offense? Yes No
6. Have you ever been suspended, discharged or resigned in lieu of discharge from any
position? Yes No
Have you served in the U. S. Military? Yes No Honorably Discharged? Yes No
Are you willing to take a physical examination, if necessary? Yes No
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Pastoral Application Form
Cite experiences dealing with varying age groups in a congregation. Do you gravitate to one
particular group? Please explain.
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Pastoral Application Form
Educational Background Type of School: ________________________________________________________________
Name of School: _______________________________________________________________
Complete Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________
Major & Degree: _____________________________ No. of Years Completed _____________
Did you earn a degree? Yes No If yes, name of degree _________________________
Date Completed _______________________________
Type of School: ________________________________________________________________
Name of School: _______________________________________________________________
Complete Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________
Major & Degree: _____________________________ No. of Years Completed _____________
Did you earn a degree? Yes No If yes, name of degree _________________________
Date Completed _______________________________
Type of School: ________________________________________________________________
Name of School: _______________________________________________________________
Complete Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________
Major & Degree: _____________________________ No. of Years Completed _____________
Did you earn a degree? Yes No If yes, name of degree _________________________
Date Completed _______________________________
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Pastoral Application Form
Are you willing to provide certified transcripts, if required? Yes No
Additional Academic Experience (Graduate):
Please list courses attempted, whether or not completed: institutions and awards received.
Degrees received and dates.
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Pastoral Application Form
Work Experience
Please list your work, pastoral & ministry experience beginning with your most recent job held.
If you were self-employed, give firm name. Use the space provided to detail your complete
historical background.
Most Recent Employment ________________________________________________________
Name of Employer: _____________________________________________________________
Name of last Supervisor: _________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________ City: ______________________ State: __________
Employment Dates:
Start: _____________________ End: __________________ Phone No #: ________________
Most recent job title: ____________________________________________________________
Most recent compensation package _________________________________________________
Please provide brief description of responsibilities.
May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No If no, please explain.
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Pastoral Application Form
Work Experience
Prior Employment ______________________________________________________________
Name of Employer: _____________________________________________________________
Name of last Supervisor: _________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________ City: ______________________ State: __________
Employment Dates:
Start: _____________________ End: __________________ Phone No #: ________________
Your last job title: ______________________________________________________________
Prior compensation package ______________________________________________________
Please provide brief description of responsibilities.
May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No If no, please explain
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Pastoral Application Form
Work Experience
Prior Employment: ______________________________________________________________
Name of Employer: _____________________________________________________________
Name of last Supervisor: _________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________ City: ______________________ State: __________
Employment Dates:
Start: _____________________ End: __________________ Phone No #: ________________
Your previous job title: __________________________________________________________
Prior compensation package ______________________________________________________
Please provide brief description of responsibilities.
May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No If no, please explain
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Pastoral Application Form
Work Experience
Prior Employment ______________________________________________________________
Name of Employer: _____________________________________________________________
Name of last Supervisor: _________________________________________________________
Address:___________________________ City: ______________________ State: __________
Employment Dates:
Start: _____________________ End: __________________ Phone No #: ________________
Your last job title: ______________________________________________________________
Prior compensation package ______________________________________________________
Please provide brief description of responsibilities.
May we contact this employer for a reference? Yes No If no, please explain
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Pastoral Application Form
Please briefly describe (in 500 words or less) your general background: Summarize your
ministry strengths and weaknesses; ministry preferences and vision; and your special interests in
ministry.
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Pastoral Application Form
Professional References
Do not list family members or relatives for references.
Give two references that are qualified to speak of your Spiritual Experience and Christian
Service. Please list your current pastor first.
Name: Complete Address:
______________________________________ ___________________________________
Phone: Position:
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Name: Complete Address:
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Phone: Position:
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Provide two references that are qualified to speak to your professional training and overall work
experience. Please list your current or most recent supervisor and one personal reference.
Name: Complete Address:
______________________________________ ___________________________________
Phone: Position:
______________________________________ ___________________________________
Name: Complete Address:
______________________________________ ___________________________________
Phone: Position:
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Pastoral Application Form
CALL TO MINISTRY
This Section is “Required”- Please provide a statement (in 500 words or less) on your “call to
the ministry” – spiritual and moral beliefs that would enhance the growth of this congregation –
other pertinent information you would like to submit.
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Pastoral Application Form
Disclaimer and Signature: I understand that submission of this application does not obligate Bethel Baptist Church, East to offer me
employment.
I understand that my employment and continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory consumer reports
and criminal background checks.
I authorize Bethel Baptist Church, East to investigate, verify and discuss all information set forth in my
employment application by contacting my prior employers, colleagues, educational institutions and other
references set forth above and by any and all other means, authorized or permitted by law, including any credit
and criminal background checks.
I authorize any entity or person named in this application to provide the Bethel Baptist Church, East with any and
all information in their possession, custody, or control regarding me, whether or not it is in their records, and to
hereby release and agree to hold harmless and its subsidiaries and affiliates, and each and all of their respective
employees, agents and representatives, from any and all claims, liability or damages that may arise as a result of
taking any actions described herein.
In addition, I hereby release and agree to hold harmless any and all individuals and entities, who provide any
information concerning me, whether orally or in writing, in response to a request for such information from
Bethel Baptist Church, East.
I understand that a medical examination may be required to verify fitness to work after a job offer has been
extended but prior to beginning work. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing the pre-employment
evaluation.
If I am hired, I understand that all benefits, policies, procedures and other terms and conditions of employment
may be changed by Bethel Baptist Church, East at any time, for any reason, with or without notice. I understand
that this application form, any and all policies, practices, and procedures of Bethel Baptist Church, East and all
other communications provided or distributed to me by Bethel Baptist Church, East, whether written or verbal,
before hire or after I am employed, do not constitute or supplement any contract of employment. I further
understand that no agent, employee, representative of Bethel Baptist Church, East has the authority to make any
promise or agreement contrary to the foregoing, unless it is in writing and signed and authorized by the
designated officials of Bethel Baptist Church, East.
I understand that if I am hired, I must be able to furnish proof of my identity and eligibility to work in the United
States within three business days of the first day of employment (using forms of documentation deemed acceptable
by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services). I understand that failure to provide proof of identity
and employment authorization may result in my immediate discharge.
I hereby certify that the facts set forth above in this employment application are true and complete to the best of
my knowledge and that I have withheld nothing that would, if disclosed, affect this application unfavorably. I
understand that omissions or false or misleading statements in this application or in interviews or other aspects of
the hiring process may result in my disqualification from further consideration for employment or, if already
employed, such information may be grounds for the immediate termination of my employment.
I hereby acknowledge that I have read, agree to and accept the above terms and statement.
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Signature Date
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