Senior Pastor
Company: Baptist Search Partners
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Baptist Search Partners is excited to partner with FBC
Springfield, MO to find their next Senior Pastor. About the Vision
Rare are the opportunities to lead a kingdom-minded church with a
robust history within the context of a downtown community. FBC
Springfield is centrally located in the heart of downtown
Springfield, MO, within walking distance to both Missouri State
University and Drury University. Surrounded by a diverse and
ever-changing community, FBC Springfield is poised and positioned
to impact the greater Springfield area with the gospel. FBC
Springfield is prayerfully seeking a Senior Pastor who will
joyfully lead a faithful people into their next season of ministry,
who will preach the Word with clarity, who will shepherd with
compassion, and who will guide the church toward spiritual and
numerical growth. The congregation is ready, eager, and committed
to supporting the vision of the pastor God brings to them. About
the Church For more than 172 years, First Baptist Church of
Springfield, MO, has stood as a shining beacon in the heart of the
city; the church is a lighthouse of the gospel and a launching pad
for countless missions and ministries. Generation after generation,
they have faithfully carried the hope of Christ into Springfield
and beyond, lighting the way for God’s work to continue and grow.
FBC Springfield is a kingdom-minded church with an incredible
facility. Evidence abounds of their heart for the community. Each
week, ministries take place on campus in a variety of settings. Two
local schools use the facility, and the Community Outreach Center
is open to the public. Today, the church is prayerfully seeking a
Senior Pastor who can guide them into a renewed season of growth
and revitalization. The congregation is eager, expectant, and
already engaged in serving the community where God has planted
them. They’re looking for a shepherd who can help them build on
that momentum and lead them boldly into what God has next. About
the Opportunity A full job description will be offered during the
interview process. The Senior Pastor is qualified according to 1
Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:6-9, and Ephesians 4:11-13. The Senior
Pastor is the lead overseer of the church and the first among
equals within the Pastoral Staff. He is accountable to the Lord and
responsible to the congregation for the shepherding and the
efficient functioning of the church. He is to lead the church in
fulfilling the Biblical mission and purposes. He is called by the
congregation and answers directly to them. Preaching & Teaching •
Craft and deliver consistent, Christ-centered sermons that nourish,
inspire, and guide the church. • Provide thoughtful leadership for
all public worship gatherings, including the meaningful observance
of the church ordinances. Shepherding • Offer compassionate
pastoral care, walking with the congregation through every season
of life. • Officiate weddings, funerals, and other key moments with
grace and pastoral presence. Leading • Champion the mission of the
Great Commission—mobilizing the church to reach Springfield and
beyond with the gospel. • Equip, encourage, and shepherd the church
staff, helping each one flourish in their God-given calling.
Revitalizing Lead an effort that reignites passion, purpose, and
potential for the kingdom. Preferred Skills Preacher/Teacher
Shepherd/Leader Revitalizer Preferred Education: Seminary Degree
required. About the Community Springfield, in the heart of
Southwest Missouri, is a city of 180,000 with nearly 500,000 in the
metro area. With major universities like Missouri State, Drury, and
Evangel, it’s a hub of opportunity for the next generation. Outdoor
lovers will feel right at home with over 100 parks, miles of Ozarks
Greenways, and easy access to the region’s lakes, rivers, and
streams. For a different experience, catch a Springfield Cardinals
game in season or take a day trip to Branson. Add in Johnny Morris’
Bass Pro Shops and Wonders of Wildlife, and you’ve got a
family-friendly city with endless adventure.
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