St. John's Pastor Application

Pastor Search Announcement & Qualifications

Opening Date: August 18, 2022 Closing Date: Until Filled

St. John's Baptist Church has been in existence for 144 years. Currently the active membership is approximately 100 and there are 6 ministries. The church is prayerfully seeking a full-time pastor who is called by God and equipped to effectively preach and teach the Word of God. The candidate must be able to fulfill the spiritual needs of the congregation through visitations, prayer, conducting weddings, funerals and administering the ordinances of the church. The candidate must also possess the biblical and spiritual qualities as outlined in Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1: 5-9.

Pastor Qualifications

- Be a licensed and ordained minister in the Baptist faith.

- Be a visionary with sound judgment and discernment.

- Have a minimum of ten years (preferred) of pastoral experience.

- Have at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited College/University and Theological Seminary training (preferred)

- Possess effective communication skills (written and oral)

- Growth oriented and pastoral care capability.

- Demonstrate financial awareness and responsibility.

- Committed to continuing education and development.

- Demonstrate ability to work effectively with a congregation across all ages and gender.

- Possess effective administration skills and able to organize and lead staff.

- Copies of license, ordination, transcripts of educational accomplishments.

Application Submission Instructions

- The following must be submitted:

- Cover letter

- Resume

- Copy of license, ordination certificate, degrees. and any other certificates. Three letters of recommendation (clergy, layperson, and personal Links to recent sermons and Bible teachings.

Upon completing this application, please submit all other required documents listed above to: sjbchurch1002@qwestoffice.net
St. John's Baptist Church Pastor Application

902 South Prospect Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
1. Personal/ Family Information
Name*

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Address*

Street Address

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Phone Number*
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Email*
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Date of Birth*

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Social Security Number*
What is it about this position that attracts you?*
If you are currently employed as a minister/ pastor, why are you interested in making a change?
Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? If yes, please explain:*
Status*

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Date of marriage*

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Wife's legal name:*

Full NameWife's Occupation
If you have children, please list their legal names and ages:
2. Education
Name of high school attended:*
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Name of college/ university/ post-sec:*
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Name of Seminary*
City & StateGraduation Year
Are you ordained?*

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Date of ordination*

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Ordaining Church Name: ( Please provide a copy of license & ordination certification)*
Do you hold any additional secular certification or licenses? If yes, please describe:
Military Service/ Branch (if applicable)
Paid Pastoral and/ or Professional Experience

Current Church Information
Name of Church*

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Current MembershipCurrent Attendance/ Membership when arrived
Title/ Position & Years of Service
Reason for Leaving
Major Responsibilities
Name of Church

Street Address

City/ StatePhone

Website
Current MembershipCurrent Attendance/ Membership when arrived
Title/ Position & Years of Service
Reason for Leaving
Major Responsibilities
Name of Church

Street Address

City/ StatePhone

Website
Current MembershipCurrent Attendance/ Membership when arrived
Title/ Position & Years of Service
Reason for Leaving
Major Responsibilities
Name of Church

Street Address

City/ StatePhone

Website
Current MembershipCurrent Attendance/ Membership when arrived
Title/ Position & Years of Service
Reason for Leaving
Major Responsibilities
Please discuss your calling to work in the church.
Describe your spiritual gifts.
Describe your spiritual maturity and how you cultivate it.
Family/ Personal/ Civic Activities
If married, how does your wife enhance your ministry?
How do you make family a priority?
What are your special interests and hobbies?
What is your primary contact with non Christians?
List any community organizations (civic, social, etc.) of which you are currently involved.
What three persons have had the greatest positive impact on your life and why?
Is there anything in your past or present that we should be aware of and discuss before we consider you as a candidate for pastor of this church?
The voluntary agreement to meet regularly for worship and work is commonly called a "Church Covenant." This covenant entered into by members of this Baptist church, is whereby they promise to conduct their lives in such a way as to glorify God and promote the ongoing of His church. Please comment on the importance of the generally accepted Baptist Church Covenant.
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I certify that all of the information provided in this employment application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application, including a criminal background. I understand that any false or incomplete information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment and may result in my immediate discharge if discovered at a later date. I authorize the investigation of any or all statements contained in this application and also authorize any person, school, current employer, past employers, and other organizations to provide information concerning my previous employment and other relevant information that may be useful in making a hiring decision. I release such persons and organizations from any legal liability in making such statements. I furthermore understand that I am expected to work within the framework of the Constitution and By-laws established by this church should I become its pastor.
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St. John's Baptist Church Pastor Application

1. Personal/ Family Information

2. Education

Paid Pastoral and/ or Professional Experience

Family/ Personal/ Civic Activities

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