Lead Pastor

Innisfail Baptist Church (Innisfail, AB)

Church Description:

Innisfail Baptist Church, a member of the Baptist General Conference of Canada, is a church family that has a love for God and the things of God with a Shepherd’s heart for each other and a deep love and burden for the lost souls in our community. The church has been a part of the community for over 130 years and in the last 15 years has seen an increase in the congregation from about 30 in 2010 to 80-90 in 2025. The demographic has also shifted with a lot more younger families attending services here now.

Job Summary:

Innisfail Baptist Church is searching for a Pastor who has the qualities found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9. He will be committed to the inerrancy and authority of the Bible. He will agree with the Baptist General Conference of Canada Statement of Faith and will lead the church on the strong basis of Biblical authority. He is to be a man being transformed by the Word of God himself, as he leads the congregation to be transformed as well. He will teach the Word of God well. He will also be a man of prayer.

Job Responsibilities:

The Pastor is responsible to:

  1. Preach regularly at the Church as defined by the Church Board.

  2. Visit members and congregants faithfully.

  3. Perform the various duties incumbent upon his office, such as weddings and funerals.

  4. Provide oversight with the elders to our Sunday platform ministry. This involves administering the church ordinances, missions’ presentations, music ministry, ushering and any internship programs.

  5. Actively attend Church Board and Elders Board meetings, and prepare written reports as required.

  6. Be fully acquainted with IBC Church Policy in all areas, and work to support it. This includes creating a professional, safe and respectful atmosphere for those working alongside in the offices and around the church property.

To apply:

Please send the following attachments to ibchurch@telus.net:

  1. Resume

  2. Cover Letter

  3. One pastoral reference

*Please use ‘Lead Pastor Application’ in the subject line of the email.

Closing date: When the position is filled