Lead Pastor

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Ridgefield Baptist Church (RBC) is a congregation of approximately 130 attenders situated in the town of Ridgefield, CT, about 50 miles from New York City. At the core of RBC's values lies a love of God’s Word, thankfulness for God’s grace, and desire to pursue God and do His will. Simply put, RBC's vision revolves around "Worship, Connect, Serve."
Leadership and vision are essential qualities sought in the new Lead Pastor. The selected candidate will align theologically and doctrinally with RBC and be able to collaboratively develop and articulate a clear vision for the church's future. The pulpit will be a platform for transformative preaching, nurturing a hunger for God's Word and igniting hearts with the fire of faith. The Lead Pastor's visionary leadership will empower the congregation to navigate challenging conversations, embrace growth and step boldly into their calling as followers of Christ.
The ideal candidate embodies authentic spiritual leadership. He models a deep and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, inspiring others to do the same. Faithful and disciplined in both personal and public spaces, he remains consistent in character, exhibiting the same genuineness whether in the pulpit or in personal interactions. He sincerely loves people, warmly embracing the RBC community and inviting individuals at all stages of faith into deeper spiritual development. With confident leadership, personal charisma, and a humble approach, he creates an attractive and welcoming atmosphere.

The ideal candidate excels in preaching and teaching. He delivers God's Word with conviction, passion, and a Gospel-centered, Biblical foundation. Using an exegetical, expositional, and an appropriately conversational approach, he deftly relates messages to current realities, inspiring people of all generations and spiritual maturity levels to live out their faith. With authenticity and engaging communication, he leads others toward life change through the Gospel.

Relational skills define the ideal candidate. He is approachable, caring, and draws people in through meaningful connections. He builds friendships within and outside the church, encouraging individuals on their spiritual journey. His leadership energizes others, drawing out their strengths and fostering genuine relationships.

Clear and thoughtful communication is a strength. He articulates his vision with clarity and listens with relational intelligence. Proactively engaging with the RBC community, he communicates effectively and keeps stakeholders informed about strategic initiatives.

The ideal candidate assesses ministry effectiveness, implementing improvements and setting goals for future progress. He plans and implements with excellence, developing and supervising staff and volunteers. Collaborating with leaders, he sets direction and establishes priorities, ensuring the greatest impact is achieved.

It’s an exciting time of anticipation at RBC. With the presence and leadership of this kind of faithful, God-honoring leader, RBC has an exciting future, one marked by spiritual growth, a shared purpose and a vibrant expression of faith.