Full-time Church Staff Listings
Resident Intern focused on Youth and Children’s Ministry
First Baptist Church on Broad in Burlington is seeking a passionate, enthusiastic, and Christ-centered individual to join our FBC Thriving in Ministry Residency Program as a full-time resident intern focused on youth and children’s ministry. This 12-month residency offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and leadership training in a vibrant church community. The intern will work closely with our staff and lay leaders to support and lead programs that help young people grow in their relationship with Christ and thrive in God’s abundant life. This internship program exists to equip and mentor Christian leaders early in their careers to lay a foundation for long-term, sustainable ministry. You will find information and application links here.
listing closes 4/5/26
Associate Pastor for Families and Community
First Baptist Church of Black Mountain is seeking a full-time associate pastor for families and community. This individual will oversee the spiritual well-being of church families, assist in assimilating new members, and will foster connections within the church community and community at large. The role involves providing spiritual guidance and support for all age groups as well as developing and implementing programs that encourage community and discipleship. Candidate should have a Master of Divinity or be in the process of obtaining the degree. Experience will also be considered. Salary is negotiable upon education and experience. For a complete job description, please contact Bill Walker, Personnel Committee at bill.walker@fbcblackmountain.org or call 828-273-0025. Please submit resumes by email or by mail to P.O. Box 656, Black Mountain, NC 28711 ATTN: Associate Pastor Search Committee.
listing closes 4/7/26
Associate Pastor for Youth and Children
Auburn First Baptist Church in Auburn, AL is seeking a full-time associate pastor for youth and children. AFBC is affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. The associate pastor will focus on developing relationships, programs and activities for youth and children while working closely with the church committees associated with these groups. Our congregation desires that our youth and children have age-appropriate experiences which contribute to faith development, community building, and service to others. The primary responsibility will be to the youth ministry (60%), while upholding a deep commitment to the children’s ministry (40%). The associate pastor will serve on the ministerial staff, participating in worship leadership and congregational care. To receive a full job description, email searchcommittee@auburnfbc.org.
listing closes 4/8/26
Minister of Music
First Baptist Church in Southern Pines is seeking a minister of music. The minister of music is responsible to the senior minister for leading the church in a vibrant and comprehensive ministry of Christian music. This vital role works closely with the senior minister and other staff to align musical endeavors with our church’s overall vision and mission, fostering spiritual growth and engagement across all ages. For the full job description and to get in touch with the search committee, please email mmscfbcsp@gmail.com.
listing closes 4/13/26
Children’s Pastor
Johns Creek Baptist Church (JCBC)—a large congregation in Alpharetta, GA and affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship—is seeking a children’s pastor. The church is described as warm and welcoming. The congregation’s focus is on the inward spiritual journey and the outward journey in mission. Lead a thriving, well-resourced children’s ministry in affluent Alpharetta, GA, where you will implement a systems-focused, discipleship vision and develop sustainable growth. Interested candidates can learn more and should apply here.
listing closes 4/13/26
Student Pastor
Second Baptist Church in Liberty seeks a full-time student pastor beginning end of summer 2026 to lead ministry for grades 6–12. Second Baptist is a 175-year-old, multigenerational congregation affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, located near William Jewell College and downtown Liberty. The student pastor will provide vision, teaching, volunteer development, and administrative leadership. Candidates must hold or be pursuing a Master of Divinity (or equivalent accredited theological degree) and have meaningful student ministry experience. We seek a spiritually mature, emotionally healthy leader who partners with families and builds sustainable ministry systems.
Interest candidates should submit resume, references, and a one-page calling statement to Rev. Alena Vaughn-Booth at Second Baptist Church, 300 E. Kansas Street, Liberty, MO 64068 or avaughn@2bcliberty.org. See more information here. Application deadline is April 17.
listing closes 4/17/26
Pastor
Beverly Hills Baptist in Asheville is seeking a full-time pastor for a church in a vibrant location. Our church is a congregationally-led, moderate church which ascribes to the Baptist Faith and Message of 1963. We have women in leadership positions including that of deacon. Our congregation consists mostly of senior adults and our number has decreased to about 85 on Sundays. We need a builder, a pastor, and a partner in meeting the needs of our congregation and community. If God so leads, please send a resume and links to sermons to pastorsearch25@gmail.com.
listing closes 4/19/26
Director of Music Ministries
Watts Street Baptist Church of Durham seeks a director of music ministries for a position averaging 30 hours per week (with a potential for full-time if the candidate serves as organist). We seek a creative and inclusive director who understands sacred music as an important part of worship and spiritual growth and who will engage all levels of the congregation in a variety of musical experiences. Hiring range is $40,000 to $50,000 plus health benefits (compensation will increase if full-time). For a more detailed job description, application details and more about our progressive Baptist church, please visit wattsstreet.org.
listing closes 4/20/26
Pastor
Lennon’s Cross Roads Baptist Church, a rural congregation in southeastern NC, is seeking a bi-vocational pastor. Successful candidates will have the ability to communicate well and preach the Word of God effectively. They should also be prepared to lead our congregation in reaching our community and helping us to grow numerically and spiritually. A seminary degree is preferred, but not required, and previous pastoral experience is preferred. We are a dualyl-aligned congregation and are active in the ministries of our association. Salary is negotiable, based on experience. Apply to email lcbcpastorsearch2024@gmail.com.
listing closes 4/26/26
Minister of Children and Youth
Augusta Heights Baptist Church (GA) is seeking a full-time minister of children and youth. Augusta Heights is a “traditionally non-traditional” community of faith striving to love radically, live generously, and grow faithfully as we follow in the Way of Jesus Christ, rooted in values like community, hope, joy, honesty, inclusion and equity, justice and peace, gratitude and generosity. As the church has grown (currently averaging 160–170 people each Sunday), so has the need for a full-time minister of children and youth (birth–12th grade). We are looking for a dynamic individual with experience and passion for children and youth, helping them discover and deepen their faith and explore more of who they are being called to be. A full job description can be found here. To apply, send a cover email and attached resume to office@augustaheights.com. This search will remain active until the position is filled, and applications will be considered as they are submitted.
listing closes 5/3/26
Associate Pastor of Children and Missional Engagement
Rolesville Baptist Church located in Rolesville, a growing city just north of Raleigh, is seeking an associate pastor of children and missional engagement. This pastor will be responsible for coordinating and planning faith formation events and activities for children and their families and creating opportunities to engage our community and world in missions. Our ideal candidate will be spiritually mature, relational, energetic, collaborative, and innovative. Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; possession of or progress towards a master’s degree in theological education is highly desirable. This will be a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits. We seek to begin interviews as soon as possible. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to apsearch@rolesvillebaptist.org.
listing closes 5/3/26
Associate Pastor of Children and Missional Engagement
University Baptist Church in Hattiesburg, MS, is seeking a pastor. As we affirm on our website, “UBC exists to live out the gospel of Jesus and be an affirming example of God’s light to all.” We are affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, the Alliance of Baptists and the Association of Welcoming and Affirming Baptists. A diverse congregation of approximately 150, we are inclusive, inquisitive and community-minded. We are committed to robust Christian education and actively support a number of local and global ministries. For more information and for application instructions, please contact Charles Lewis, Pastor Search Committee chair, at charles.lewis1956@gmail.com. Applications will be reviewed until a final selection is made.
listing closes 5/6/26
Associate Pastor for Youth and Missions
First Baptist Church of Bryson City is seeking an associate pastor for youth and missions. We are a congregation of approximately 650 total members and 430 residential members. We are seeking someone who will nurture faith in the next generation and help our church live out the gospel through service, outreach, and meaningful engagement with our community and the world. The church supports CBF and SBC mission causes, has women and men who serve as deacons, and values the 1963 Baptist Faith & Message. Please send inquiries, resumes, or other expressions of interest to fbcbcsearch@gmail.com.
listing closes 5/10/26
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church of Waynesville, located in the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina, is seeking our next senior pastor to lead our congregation, proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provide administrative leadership and engage in pastoral care ministries of our church and community. We are a traditional Baptist congregation that holds the scripture as foundational to our faith and affirms the autonomy of the local church. We also support the calling of both men and women to ordained ministry within our church. If you would like to know more about our church, please take a look at our Congregational Profile here. If you would like to submit a resume or recommend someone for the position, you may do so by e-mailing us at psc@fbcwaynesville.org.
listing closes 5/19/26
Minister to Families with Children
Calvary Baptist Church in Lexington, KY is seeking a full-time minister to families with children in combination with an additional area of ministry to be determined by the candidate’s calling, experience and passion. Our congregation has an established and thriving children’s ministry and desires a candidate that is eager to engage with parents and families, values children as an integral part of the congregation and ideally would have both seminary training and education and/or experience in childhood development. Calvary is located in the heart of Lexington between the University of Kentucky campus and a vibrant downtown and is affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, CBF of KY and the Baptist World Alliance. If interested, please submit a resume with a cover letter to SearchCommittee@calvarybaptistchurch.com.
listing closes 5/23/26
Minister of Children, Students and Adult Discipleship
Yates Baptist Church is seeking a full-time minister of children, students and adult discipleship. Responsibilities include planning and implementing children and student programs; collaborating with ministerial staff to carry out the church’s vision; developing and managing ministry budgets; communicating with parents; assisting adult Sunday school with curriculum selection and teacher recruitment; and planning senior adult events. Reports to the senior pastor. Salary/benefits up to $65,000 based on education and experience. Please find the full job description here, and email your cover letter and resume to apply@yateschurch.org.
listing closes 6/2/26
Minister of Christian Education and Administration
First Baptist Church of New Bern is seeking candidates for the position of minister of Christian education and administration. This individual will join a collaborative staff and continue leading a vibrant, well-established education ministry. Responsibilities include implementing a comprehensive plan for spiritual formation and equipping the congregation to connect faith with everyday life. The role also provides administrative leadership, overseeing the daily operations of the church office and facilities. Qualifications include a clear calling to Christian education and spiritual formation; experience in teaching and leadership development; a bachelor’s degree in Christian Eeucation or a related field; strong administrative, communication, and leadership skills; and proficiency with social media, digital platforms, and technology. A full job description is available at www.fbchurch.com/job-openings. Submit resumes and inquiries to searchcommittee@fbchurch.com.
listing closes 6/4/26
Senior Pastor
FBC of Commerce (Georgia) is prayerfully seeking a full-time pastor. Our church was established in 1874 and is a traditional, moderate Baptist church. Our community is thriving and growing but has maintained that small town family atmosphere. We cherish our traditions; however, we also are looking to expand our mission and grow our vision for the future. Qualifications include: an experienced pastor with vision and leadership skills for future church growth; pastor shall perform leadership duties that pertain to worship, preaching, teaching, counseling, visiting and other activities that may enrich the religious life of the church and community; a degree is required in theology, divinity, from an accredited institution (M.Div. or equivalent is preferred); strong pastoral care, leadership, organizational and administrative abilities. View our church and community profile posted online at our website. Email resumes or questions to: pastorsearch2026FBC@gmail.com.
listing closes 6/20/26
Minister to Families
Oxford Baptist Church is seeking a spiritually-grounded, relationally-gifted, and forward-thinking leader to serve as minister to families. This full-time position is central to our vision of forming faith across generations—helping children, youth, and families grow into a living, resilient relationship with Jesus Christ. This role is ideal for a leader who can hold both pastoral imagination and practical leadership, who delights in building trust, empowering volunteers, and helping young people discover that the church is a place where they belong, are known, and are called. The minister to families will provide visionary leadership for: the children’s ministry (birth–fifth grade); youth ministry (sixth–12th grade); and post-youth ministry. Oxford Baptist Church is committed to supporting this role with appropriate compensation and benefits consistent with church policy and regional benchmarks. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to djhailey@oxfordbc.org.
listing closes 6/23/26
Senior Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church, located in Waco, Texas and affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship, is searching for a senior pastor. Applications should include a one- to two-page cover letter articulating the candidate’s philosophy of ministry and a resume with three references. The committee welcomes applicants who identify with and will faithfully steward and shape the vision of our church, which can be found here. The pastor search committee will begin reviewing applications on April 30. Please send all materials or inquiries to: pastorsearch@cbcwaco.net. For additional information about Calvary Baptist Church, please see the church’s website to learn more about the position and about the church.
listing closes 6/30/26
Student Pastor
Snyder Memorial Baptist Church in Fayetteville is seeking a student pastor. This minister will lead a student ministry (grades 6–12) that helps students discover God, develop faith, and display Christlike love. Snyder Students is a growing ministry (70+ students) with life groups, Sunday school, worship, arts, leadership, and missions. Life Groups serve as the front door, connecting students into deeper discipleship. Responsibilities include: disciple and care for students; build relationships with parents; lead and develop volunteers and ministry assistant; plan/lead services, events, and teaching; oversee calendar, budget, and student lead team; recruit/train leaders; lead camps, missions, and outreach; partner with other ministries; and support worship, dance, and Sunday services. Requirements include: five+ years ministry experience (preferred); M.Div. (preferred); strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; doctrinal alignment; heart for students and families; and Christlike character and calling to pastoral ministry. Hours are Mondays –Thursdays, Sundays and events as needed. Please send an email to timj@snydermbc.com for questions or to apply.
listing closes 7/2/26