Senior Pastor Full Time

Now Seeking: Senior Pastor — Jessup Baptist Church (Central Maryland)

The Call
We’re seeking a conservative, Gospel-driven shepherd to help revitalize and grow a church with deep community roots—someone eager to roll up their sleeves and serve alongside a devoted congregation who desires to grow the church and spread the gospel.

About Us
Jessup Baptist Church is a small, historic congregation with big growth potential. We’re located in the heart of Central Maryland—less than a mile from Fort Meade—surrounded by expanding neighborhoods and development, with easy access to major highways. Our church has long been a beacon of light, serving 100+ families monthly through our food and baby pantries and engaging in overseas missions. We are a congregational-led Southern Baptist church, prayerfully seeking God’s direction as we look toward revitalization and renewed growth. We believe God is preparing to do something great here.

Key Responsibilities
●     Lead worship services, Bible studies, and outreach.

●     Preach and teach the Word faithfully and boldly.

●     Provide pastoral care, counseling, and visitation.

●     Oversee ministries and guide spiritual and organizational health.

●     Partner with deacons and volunteers to reach our community and beyond.

Qualifications
●     Southern Baptist (or willing to be ordained by the SBC); biblical education preferred.

●     Meets the biblical standards of 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.

●     Strong desire to evangelize and shepherd God’s people; prayerful and humble.

Compensation & Benefits
●     Salary: $50K+ (commensurate with experience)

●     Vacation: 2–4 weeks based on tenure

●     Insurance & Sabbatical: Negotiable

How to Apply
Please email the following to [email protected]:

●     Resume

●     3 sermon samples (video or audio preferred)

●     2 pastoral references