WHITE OAK SPRING MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

PASTORAL SEARCH ANNOUNCEMENT



White Oak Spring Missionary Baptist Church (WOSMBC), located in Winder, Georgia,

prayerfully announces the opening of our search for a visionary, Spirit-led Senior Pastor. We are

a Christ-centered, Bible-believing congregation committed to worship, discipleship, evangelism,

fellowship, and service. As we enter a new season of ministry, we seek a shepherd who

embodies integrity, humility, and Christ-like character, and who will lead our church with

wisdom, compassion, and spiritual maturity.


Founded over 153 years ago, WOSMBC has been a pillar in Barrow County—deeply rooted in

tradition while actively engaging the needs of our growing and diverse community. Our next

pastor will help us continue our mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ through biblical

preaching, prayer, worship, and meaningful community outreach. Furthermore, our core

convictions align with the biblical standards and spiritual requirements set forth in 1 Timothy

3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9.



We invite qualified candidates to apply and join us in the work of building unity, strengthening

families, and equipping believers for Kingdom service.


LEARN MORE ABOUT WHITE OAK SPRING

We invite prospective candidates to learn more about our church and the community we serve.


PASTORAL VACANCY OVERVIEW

The Senior Pastor of WOSMBC will serve as the spiritual leader of the congregation, providing

biblical preaching, pastoral care, administrative oversight, and visionary leadership. The ideal

candidate will:

● Faithfully preach and teach the Word of God with clarity, conviction, and compassion.

● Provide pastoral care, nurture spiritual growth, and model godly character.

● Lead and equip ministry leaders, staff, and volunteers.

● Work collaboratively with church leadership and ministry teams.

● Engage the community through outreach, partnership, and service.

● Bridge generations and connect personally with members of all ages.

● Provide administrative leadership, strategic planning, and stewardship oversight.

QUALIFICATIONS

● Licensed and ordained minister in the Baptist faith.

● Earned Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (required).

● Master of Divinity or higher from an accredited seminary, school of divinity, or school of

theology (preferred).

● Minimum of five years pastoral experience as Senior, Executive, or Associate Pastor

(preferred).

● Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.

● Ability to work effectively with a multigenerational and diverse congregation.

● Proven financial awareness and responsible stewardship.

● Strong skills in biblical teaching, leadership development, administration, and conflict

resolution.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates must complete the online application on our church

website (Apply Here) and submit the required documentation listed below:

1. Letter of Interest: Describe your call to ministry, experience, and ministry philosophy and

your interest in leading both a historic and multi-generational congregation (limit to no more

than 2 pages)

2. Current Resume: Include ministry, professional, and educational experience.

3. Ministerial Credentials: Copies of your ministerial license and ordination certificate.

4. Official Transcripts: From all postsecondary institutions (sent electronically).

5. References: Contact information for three references (One professional/Two ministerial)

6. Sermon Recording: A link (YouTube or MP4) to a recent sermon delivered within the last

six months.

7. Photograph: Recent color headshot

Posting Deadline: October 30, 2026

Late submissions will not be considered. Please direct all inquiries to the Pastor Search

Committee email only (pastorsearchcommitte@wosbc.org). Phone calls will not be accepted.

Only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted. Finalists will be required to

complete a criminal and financial background check. We thank all applicants for their interest

and request your prayers as we seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit throughout this process.