Associate PastorSouthern Baptist Convention (SBC Job Board)

Associate Pastor (full time) Forest Hills Baptist Church in Burgaw, North Carolina, is seeking a faithful Associate Pastor who is passionate about making disciples and investing in the next generation. Key ResponsibilitiesPreaching and TeachingWeekly Sunday School teaching for adults Sunday morning main worship preaching (10-12 times a year) Pastoral RoleShepherding Children’s MinistryRegularly available to counsel families Equip and train children and youth group leadership team members Disciple and support parents with school age children Serving as a member of the Pastoral Leadership TeamIn conjunction with the Lead Pastor, providing general oversight and vision for the spiritual health and direction of the church Eager to support the Lead Pastor’s vision and ministry plan Pastoral CarePartner with Lead Pastor to provide counseling to individuals/families Regularly exercise the ministry of presence in all facets of church life Administration and Event PlanningParticipate in annual budget planning with Stewardship Team Work with Lead Pastor and staff to review and revise annual ministry plan Attending weekly staff meeting and monthly Deacons’ Meeting Regularly meeting with Lead Pastor for discipleship and accountability Develop and lead outreach efforts that intentionally connect our church with the surrounding community Skills, Qualifications, and Biblical ConvictionsMust possess a genuine profession of faith and clear testimony of salvation Called to and gifted for pastoral ministry according to I Tim. 3:1-7; Titus 1:6-9 An evangelist’s heart, passionate to share the hope of the Gospel with the lost Able to clearly teach and communicate God’s Word to all ages and demographics, particularly to younger children and youth Utilizes an exegetical approach to sermon prep and delivery Not shy and willing to be a self-starter that engages with our local schools and sports leagues Self-disciplined, motivated character with a servant’s heart Holds firmly to core Christian doctrines and convictions, but humble and gracious towards others Teachable, flexible, and willing to submit to the leadership of the Lead Pastor Fully in alignment with the BFM 2000 In agreement with a complementarian view of pastoral ministry If married, absolutely committed to wife (and children) Actively guards moral purity Able to complete and pass a nationally accredited background check CompensationThis is a full-time position with compensation corresponding with experience and qualifications. All candidates meeting the above criteria should send an email with a photo of themselves (family included), resume, and doctrinal statement to Pastor@fhbcburgaw.com. Applications accepted through November 30, 2026.