Pastoral Application
Applications Due April 30, 2026
St. Mark Community Church is currently accepting applications for the open pastoral position. All applications must be submitted by 4/30/2026.
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Pastoral Vacancy Announcement
Pastoral Vacancy Announcement
St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church – Vallejo, California
St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a Spirit-led, biblically grounded Pastor to lead our congregation into its next season of ministry and growth. We are a church committed to the Word of God, community impact, and spiritual development, and we desire a shepherd who reflects the heart of Christ in both character and leadership.
Position Summary
St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church – Vallejo, California
St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a Spirit-led, biblically grounded Pastor to lead our congregation into its next season of ministry and growth. We are a church committed to the Word of God, community impact, and spiritual development, and we desire a shepherd who reflects the heart of Christ in both character and leadership.
Position Summary
The Pastor will serve as the spiritual leader of the church, responsible for preaching, teaching, shepherding, and providing vision in alignment with Scripture and the mission of St. Mark.
Minimum Qualifications
The Pastor will serve as the spiritual leader of the church, responsible for preaching, teaching, shepherding, and providing vision in alignment with Scripture and the mission of St. Mark.
Minimum Qualifications
- Meets the biblical qualifications outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9
- Meets the biblical qualifications outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9
- Must be able to pass a Background / Livescan Check
- Demonstrates a Christ-like life, marked by humility, integrity, honesty, and self-control
- A clear calling to pastoral ministry and a Spirit-led walk with God
- Minimum of 5 years of ministry experience (pastoral or leadership role)
- Proven ability to preach and teach the Word of God clearly and accurately
- A shepherd’s heart with love, compassion, and care for people
- Demonstrated ability to lead with wisdom, humility, and collaboration
- Must be aligned with the doctrine and practices of the church
- If married, must demonstrate a healthy, Christ-centered family life
Preferred Qualifications
- Must be able to pass a Background / Livescan Check
- Demonstrates a Christ-like life, marked by humility, integrity, honesty, and self-control
- A clear calling to pastoral ministry and a Spirit-led walk with God
- Minimum of 5 years of ministry experience (pastoral or leadership role)
- Proven ability to preach and teach the Word of God clearly and accurately
- A shepherd’s heart with love, compassion, and care for people
- Demonstrated ability to lead with wisdom, humility, and collaboration
- Must be aligned with the doctrine and practices of the church
- If married, must demonstrate a healthy, Christ-centered family life
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as an Associate Minister or ministry leader
- Demonstrated experience in church growth and community outreach
- Biblical or theological education (seminary or equivalent training)
- Has served as an Interim or Pastor
Expectations
The selected candidate will:
- Preach and teach sound doctrine rooted in Scripture
- Provide spiritual leadership and vision for the church
- Care for the congregation through prayer, counseling, and visitation
- Work collaboratively with church leadership and ministries
- Lead with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to unity
About the Pastor’s Family
The selected candidate will:
- Preach and teach sound doctrine rooted in Scripture
- Provide spiritual leadership and vision for the church
- Care for the congregation through prayer, counseling, and visitation
- Work collaboratively with church leadership and ministries
- Lead with integrity, transparency, and a commitment to unity
About the Pastor’s Family
If married, the Pastor’s wife is welcomed as a supportive partner in ministry, serving according to her gifts and calling. She is not expected to fulfill a defined role but to walk alongside her husband in faith, family, and service.
Application Process
If married, the Pastor’s wife is welcomed as a supportive partner in ministry, serving according to her gifts and calling. She is not expected to fulfill a defined role but to walk alongside her husband in faith, family, and service.
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Resume with ministry experience
- Statement of faith and testimony of calling
- At least 2–3 recent sermon samples (video or audio preferred)
- References (ministerial and personal)
Submission Details:
All submissions: Resume, Non-Digital Application should go to: transitionteam@stmarkccv.org
Closing Statement
Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Resume with ministry experience
- Statement of faith and testimony of calling
- At least 2–3 recent sermon samples (video or audio preferred)
- References (ministerial and personal)
Submission Details:
All submissions: Resume, Non-Digital Application should go to: transitionteam@stmarkccv.org
Closing Statement
We are seeking a Pastor who is called by God, grounded in His Word, and committed to leading with love, humility, and vision. We ask that all applicants prayerfully consider this calling before applying.
"And I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will feed you with knowledge and understanding." – Jeremiah 3:15
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