General Information
Job Title:
Senior Pastor: First Baptist Church Colstrip
Job Description:
Position:
Lead Teaching Pastor
Church:
First Baptist Church Colstrip
26 Cherry St
Colstrip, MT 59323
406-748-3689
pastorsearch@fbcolstrip.com
Applicants:
Send a current resume with at least three references, a recent family photo, and a 1 page cover letter sharing your story and how God is leading you to pursue this position at FBCC in Montana.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary package range is $36,000 – $50,000 based on education and experience, further details are available upon request.
Goal:
Through the submission of God’s word and the direction of the Holy Spirit, FBCC is looking for a Pastor who, first and foremost, loves God, and loves God’s people (Matthew 22:37-39, 1 John 4:7-21). Additionally, he must be a gifted preacher and teacher of Scripture and willing to preach and teach God’s word to grow the Church spiritually. He must be a man who understands the importance of rightly dividing the Word of God through expository preaching. He must lead God’s people in the making of disciples by gathering the saints, studying God’s word, and going into the world around us to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This individual must give overall leadership to the entire Church while working with the deacon body, ministry team leaders, small groups leaders, and the administrative team to achieve the Lord’s plans for His Church.
Our goal is to find the man who has a clear calling from the Lord to be our Pastor, to lead in proclaiming the true gospel written in God’s Word, reaching individuals for Christ, fostering spiritual growth, engaging with the surrounding community, and adding to the growth of our church family. Our new pastor will have support and encouragement from the church, and will be accountable to the church.
Profile of Characteristics, Qualities, & Convictions
He sets the example for having a vibrant relationship with the Lord.
He sets the example of loving, leading, and prioritizing his family.
Must have a commitment to the authority of Scripture as the divinely inspired Word of God as his foundation of belief and practice.
He sets the example of servant leadership in the Church.
Meets the criteria of an “overseer,” per 1 Timothy 3
Able to effectively teach and preach sound doctrine (1 Tim 3:1-7, 2 Tim 2:15, 2 Tim 4:2, Ephesians 4:11-16, Tit 1:6-9, I Pet 5:1-4) Be passionate about the life transformation of the Gospel and be active in sharing their faith Matthew 28:19-20.
The Pastor and his family must also become resident members of FBCC.
A commitment to evangelism, discipleship, missions, and outreach
Committed to financial responsibility and accountability.
Holds to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 and agrees with FBCC by-laws, policies, and procedures adopted by the FBCC congregation.
Preferences:
Education from a sound theological seminary.
Minimum of 5 years Lead Pastor Ministry experience.
Must be committed to maintaining our affiliations with the Southern Baptist Convention, and the Montana Southern Baptist Convention.
A Master of Divinity preferably, but not currently in school.
Must have a commitment to the sovereignty of God in salvation. Romans 9
Our Church:
First Baptist Church Colstrip seeks a pastor who feels called to serve in rural southeastern Montana. We are a church of approximately 70 members in a town of 2200 people. We are looking for a candidate who leans heavily on the written word of God and is committed to caring for and teaching a congregation who wants the same. Scripture alone, Grace alone, Faith alone, through Christ alone, Glory to God alone. Amen!
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Position Qualifications:
Profile of Characteristics, Qualities, & Convictions
- He sets the example for having a vibrant relationship with the Lord.
- He sets the example of loving, leading, and prioritizing his family.
- Must have a commitment to the authority of Scripture as the divinely inspired Word of God as his foundation of belief and practice.
- He sets the example of servant leadership in the Church.
- Meets the criteria of an “overseer,” per 1 Timothy 3
- Able to effectively teach and preach sound doctrine (1 Tim 3:1-7, 2 Tim 2:15, 2 Tim 4:2, Ephesians 4:11-16, Tit 1:6-9, I Pet 5:1-4) Be passionate about the life transformation of the Gospel and be active in sharing their faith Matthew 28:19-20.
- The Pastor and his family must also become resident members of FBCC.
- A commitment to evangelism, discipleship, missions, and outreach
- Committed to financial responsibility and accountability.
- Holds to the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 and agrees with FBCC by-laws, policies, and procedures adopted by the FBCC congregation.
Preferences:
- Education from a sound theological seminary.
- Minimum of 5 years Lead Pastor Ministry experience.
- Must be committed to maintaining our affiliations with the Southern Baptist Convention, and the Montana Southern Baptist Convention.
- A Master of Divinity preferably, but not currently in school.
- Must have a commitment to the sovereignty of God in salvation. Romans 9
Application Deadline
05/12/2025
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary Range:
$35k-$44k
General Information
Church/Organization Name
First Baptist Church Colstrip
Contact Name & Contact Info
Industry
Church
Denomination
Southern Baptist Convention (SBC)
City, State
Colstrip, MT
Description of Organization
Baptist: SBC church in Colstrip, Montana is hiring a Senior Pastor
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