Full-Time Pulpit / Preaching Minister Job Description
Church: Hartsville Pike church of Christ | thepike.org
Location: 744 Hartsville Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066
Position Summary
Seeking a spiritually mature minister committed to preaching God’s Word. The minister will partner with the elders to grow faith, strengthen worship, encourage members, and equip the church for evangelism.
- Responsibilities
- Pulpit Preaching: Prepare and deliver Christ-centered, biblically sound, thought-provoking, and practical sermons.
- Teaching & Equipping: Lead assigned Sunday and midweek Bible classes. Mentor and support fellow teachers through shared resources and constructive feedback.
- Discipleship & Outreach: Model discipleship and equip members to share the Gospel. Coordinate with elders and deacons to strengthen community evangelism and service in addition to other congregational opportunities.
Qualifications & Competencies
- Character:
- Exhibits integrity, self-discipline, and a servant-leader mindset.
- Faithful Christian man whose life meets the biblical standards expected of a teacher of God’s word.
- Strong commitment to New Testament Christianity and the authority of Scripture.
- Growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ, demonstrated through godly character and faithful service.
- Love for preaching, teaching, evangelism, and discipling others.
- Possesses sound knowledge of the Scriptures and the ability to teach them accurately.
- Experience: Prior experience as a pulpit minister preferred but not required.
- Education: Formal degree in biblical studies, ministry, or preaching preferred but comparable experience will be considered.
- Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, effective communicator, strategic time management, and dedication to ongoing professional growth.
- Compensation & Benefits
- Salary and benefits are negotiated with the elders based on training and experience.
How to Apply
Submit a resume, a list of personal and professional references, and links or files to recent sermon audio/video recordings here.
Timeline / Follow Up
You will receive a confirmation email when your application is received, then regular status updates through the application and interview process. Final candidates will be subject to a background check and a credit check.
Interested in becoming our Pulpit Minister?
Please send the following documents to ministersearch@thepike.org
- Resume
- List of personal and professional references with contact information
- Links or files of recent sermon audio/video recordings
