Minister of Ashford Baptist Church

Ashford Baptist Church (ABC) is a town centre church, part of the Baptist Union and South Eastern Baptist Association, comprising a regular Sunday morning congregation of about 150. The church is a diverse community with a wide range of nationalities and backgrounds represented. We are seeking a full-time minister to lead and develop the church – helping us to become more Christ-like and demonstrating His love to our town and wider community.

The Minister of Ashford Baptist Church is called to provide wise, Spirit‑led pastoral leadership that nurtures discipleship, fosters a loving and diverse church community, and leads the church in mission within Ashford and beyond.

Ashford Baptist Church considers that the word of God, represented in the bible, is critical to effective discipleship and activities of the church. Consequently, the preaching and teaching of scripture, and developing whole‑life discipleship, are key components of the role.

As the leader of the church, the Minister will provide pastoral oversight, shape vision, and equip the church for effective outreach and service.

The Minister will work collaboratively with the church’s leadership team, ministry leads, staff workers, volunteers, and the wider Baptist family to pursue ABC’s God‑given vision.

We invite interested candidates to share with us their minister profile, or CV in the first instance, suitable candidates will be invited to an informal initial meeting with some of the leadership team, a look-see visit to the church premises is also possible.

This role has an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a committed Christian, able to proactively agree with and commit to the mission and vision of our church, and with the Evangelical Alliance statement of faith. The post holder will also need to maintain affiliation with the Baptist Union.

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check with the barred list check. We operate a safe recruitment policy.

Please note that in addition to salary and pension in line with Baptist Union provisions, manse, allowances and expenses are also provided.