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We are a well-established independent Baptist congregation in rural northwest Rhode Island, adjacent to Massachusetts and Connecticut. The church facilities include a sanctuary, fellowship hall, Christian school and parsonage. Church beliefs include the inerrancy of scripture, holy lifestyle of the believer and active participation in church fellowship. The church has a congregational form of government administered by a Board of Deacons, elected at the annual church business meeting.

Pastoral duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Oversight of spiritual duties of the church body as listed in scripture.
• Provide visionary leadership to facilitate church growth.
• Preaching/teaching at Sunday services.
• Administering the church ordinances of communion and baptism.
• Visitation to regular church members as necessary.
• Counsel and discipline of church members.
• General oversight of all church activities, including the Christian school (K-8).

Benefits include:

• Monthly salary.
• Exclusive use of parsonage.
• Other included expenses and benefits to be listed at initial interview.

Requirements:

• Belief in a born-again experience (John 3:3-8), inerrancy of scripture and the requirements of an elder (1 Timothy 3:1-7).
• Agreement with the church’s Statement of Faith, Church Covenant and Constitutional By-Laws. (Note – the by-laws describe the form of church government).
• An earned degree in biblical studies, theology or Christian ministry from a recognized accredited school.
• Ordination with experience in ministry.
• Willingness to relocate.

These requirements should be considered general and not inclusive.  Further requirements for successful preliminary applicants will be provided.