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Senior Pastor

Date Posted: June 29, 2025
Hours Per Week: 40
First Baptist Church of Keyport
Keyport, NJ, USA
Job Type: Lead/Head/Senior Pastor
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The Big Picture

First Baptist Church of Keyport (https://www.fbckeyport.com/home.html) is seeking a full-time Senior Pastor.  The church of 45-50 people is located only a couple blocks from the Raritan Bay waterfront in the heart of historic Keyport.  The church which is approximately one hour from New York City has been serving the community since 1840.

The Church

First Baptist Church is a member of IFCA International, a fellowship of independent fundamental churches around the world.  It is a Bible-Believing Church that understands God’s Word to be the final authority in answering the issues we face in day-to-day living.  First Baptist has been blessed by pastors who have faithfully preached the Word of God over the years.

The Candidate

The pastor shall preach and teach the Word of God regularly, administer the ordinances of the church, supervise the teaching ministries of the church, and tenderly watch over the spiritual condition of the flock.  Seminary education is preferred but not necessary. Pastoral experience is preferred but not necessary.

The Compensation

Salary Range  —-   32K  –  35K

    Insurance        —-   10K

    Pension           —-     2K

    Professional Expenses     —-    2K

    Vacation          —-    3 Weeks

3  Bedroom Parsonage with the Church paying Utilities & Maintenance.

How To Apply

The Process

Please look over this job description and the church website. Along with your resume please answer these questions:

  • Why do you believe that you might be a good fit as the Pastor at FBC?
  • Describe your experiences in ministry and how you may be qualified to serve as the Pastor of FBC?
  • In just a few sentences please give a summary of your theology and how that is in line with the doctrine of FBC?

Please send your resume, the answers to these questions and a link to at least one online sermon to [email protected].