Senior Pastor - Fellowship Bible Church
Christian Career Center, Columbia, SC, United States
Senior Pastor – Fellowship Bible Church
Our Mission: Partnering with God in transforming people into the likeness of Jesus Christ — meeting people where they are and taking them where God wants to go.
Why This Role Matters We’re a church that’s honest about where we are and hungry for where God wants to take us. We believe our next Senior Pastor will be a key part of building a culture of discipleship, fellowship, gospel witness (local and global), and community transformation. This isn’t a caretaker role — it’s a shaping role.
We’re Looking For Someone Who…
Leads with humility and preaches with depth
Has a heart for reaching people beyond the church walls
Fully agrees with our doctrinal and position statements
Mature, competent in ministry but is still growing, not just managing his gifts
Loves working within a team of elders — not above them
What This Role Is Built On
Elder qualified, spiritually mature, serving alongside all elders.
Teacher/Primary Sunday preacher — biblical, engaging, life‑changing.
Community mobilizing focus outward, not just inward.
Leader overseeing staff and office operations.
Responsibilities Shared with Other Elders
Discern and shape God‑inspired vision and direction with the elder board
Prepare the annual budget
Shepherd the congregation along with the elders – prayer, counseling, life milestones (weddings, funerals, baptism)
Reachable and responsive to contacts from other leaders and church body
Arrange for Discovery Class at least twice per year
Set a visible example of spiritual maturity and servant leadership, working as diligently as other elders who carry out their responsibilities on top of full‑time jobs
Guard doctrinal integrity and a culture of transformed lives – not just content delivery
Help members discover and deploy their God‑given gifts
Develop the next generation of deacons and elders
Participate in the Nominating Committee and oversee FBC ministries
Teaching & Discipleship
Preach original, expository messages (topical or book‑based) with biblical depth and cultural relevance to help the people of FBC be transformed into the likeness of Jesus Christ
Build a 3‑month preaching calendar in advance – collaboratively with elders and responsive to congregational needs
Use technology and creative tools to enhance your teaching and overall ministry
Cultivate other gifted teachers within the body – you shouldn’t be the only voice from the pulpit
Community Impact → Our Growth Edge
Equip and mobilize the congregation to make disciples where they live, work, learn, and play
Personally engage in at least one elder‑approved, local (not necessarily Christian) community organization – FBC covers the costs
Work with ministry team leaders to identify and pursue gospel opportunities in the community
Administration & Team Leadership
Hire and, when necessary, dismiss staff in consultation with the elders
Personally meet with each staff member regularly to encourage, pray, direct, and review
Ensure the office runs smoothly – phone responsiveness, financial reporting, records, scheduling, digital presence, churchwide communications
Current part‑time staff: Childcare Director, Financial Secretary, Learning Center Director, Youth Director, Worship Leader
Personal & Professional Development
Engage in Scripture study and prayer for personal growth – not just ministry prep
Read broadly, Christian and non‑Christian literature
Identify and pursue growth areas with the elders – with measurable steps
Maintain regular connection with outside pastors and ministry leaders
Regularly lead or participate in a small group yourself
What We’re Looking For Above all, this person must be an elder‑qualified man (1 Tim. 3, Titus 1) – doctrinally sound, morally above reproach, and relationally healthy.
A track record of effective biblical preaching – Sunday mornings are the public foundation of this ministry
Genuine love for people outside the church, not just those in it
Collaborative spirit – you thrive in team‑based leadership, not solo pastoral models
Operational competence – comfortable with standard software; willing to learn PowerChurch
Resilient, self‑aware, still teachable
Life at FBC – Rhythms & Culture
Optional spring and fall study/retreat weeks – separate from vacation
Expected at elder meetings and most church‑wide events, but not every activity
Compensation is reviewed each fall during the budget process
Freedom to invite guest preachers, within budget
The elder board leads together – the Senior Pastor shapes direction with us, not for us
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Why This Role Matters We’re a church that’s honest about where we are and hungry for where God wants to take us. We believe our next Senior Pastor will be a key part of building a culture of discipleship, fellowship, gospel witness (local and global), and community transformation. This isn’t a caretaker role — it’s a shaping role.
We’re Looking For Someone Who…
Leads with humility and preaches with depth
Has a heart for reaching people beyond the church walls
Fully agrees with our doctrinal and position statements
Mature, competent in ministry but is still growing, not just managing his gifts
Loves working within a team of elders — not above them
What This Role Is Built On
Elder qualified, spiritually mature, serving alongside all elders.
Teacher/Primary Sunday preacher — biblical, engaging, life‑changing.
Community mobilizing focus outward, not just inward.
Leader overseeing staff and office operations.
Responsibilities Shared with Other Elders
Discern and shape God‑inspired vision and direction with the elder board
Prepare the annual budget
Shepherd the congregation along with the elders – prayer, counseling, life milestones (weddings, funerals, baptism)
Reachable and responsive to contacts from other leaders and church body
Arrange for Discovery Class at least twice per year
Set a visible example of spiritual maturity and servant leadership, working as diligently as other elders who carry out their responsibilities on top of full‑time jobs
Guard doctrinal integrity and a culture of transformed lives – not just content delivery
Help members discover and deploy their God‑given gifts
Develop the next generation of deacons and elders
Participate in the Nominating Committee and oversee FBC ministries
Teaching & Discipleship
Preach original, expository messages (topical or book‑based) with biblical depth and cultural relevance to help the people of FBC be transformed into the likeness of Jesus Christ
Build a 3‑month preaching calendar in advance – collaboratively with elders and responsive to congregational needs
Use technology and creative tools to enhance your teaching and overall ministry
Cultivate other gifted teachers within the body – you shouldn’t be the only voice from the pulpit
Community Impact → Our Growth Edge
Equip and mobilize the congregation to make disciples where they live, work, learn, and play
Personally engage in at least one elder‑approved, local (not necessarily Christian) community organization – FBC covers the costs
Work with ministry team leaders to identify and pursue gospel opportunities in the community
Administration & Team Leadership
Hire and, when necessary, dismiss staff in consultation with the elders
Personally meet with each staff member regularly to encourage, pray, direct, and review
Ensure the office runs smoothly – phone responsiveness, financial reporting, records, scheduling, digital presence, churchwide communications
Current part‑time staff: Childcare Director, Financial Secretary, Learning Center Director, Youth Director, Worship Leader
Personal & Professional Development
Engage in Scripture study and prayer for personal growth – not just ministry prep
Read broadly, Christian and non‑Christian literature
Identify and pursue growth areas with the elders – with measurable steps
Maintain regular connection with outside pastors and ministry leaders
Regularly lead or participate in a small group yourself
What We’re Looking For Above all, this person must be an elder‑qualified man (1 Tim. 3, Titus 1) – doctrinally sound, morally above reproach, and relationally healthy.
A track record of effective biblical preaching – Sunday mornings are the public foundation of this ministry
Genuine love for people outside the church, not just those in it
Collaborative spirit – you thrive in team‑based leadership, not solo pastoral models
Operational competence – comfortable with standard software; willing to learn PowerChurch
Resilient, self‑aware, still teachable
Life at FBC – Rhythms & Culture
Optional spring and fall study/retreat weeks – separate from vacation
Expected at elder meetings and most church‑wide events, but not every activity
Compensation is reviewed each fall during the budget process
Freedom to invite guest preachers, within budget
The elder board leads together – the Senior Pastor shapes direction with us, not for us
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