Position Description

Community Bible Church began 12 years ago and has had the hand of God on it with an average attendance of 85 plus and a facility that can seat 300 people. We are affiliated with the Fellowship Baptist Churches of Canada (Fellowship Atlantic). We are situated on the corner of a major highway in the community of Timberlea which is located 15 minutes outside of Halifax (capital city of our Province of Nova Scotia). We are in a fast-growing area of our province boasting of multiple lakes, trails, parks of various kinds as well as a 5-minute drive to the ocean and many beaches. (We are known as Atlantic Canada’s Ocean Playground). Halifax is a University City with state-of-the-art medical facilities.

We are prayerfully seeking a full-time Lead Pastor who will lead our church family into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and the vision to spread the gospel to our unsaved families, friends and communities.

• Must possess the qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9 and 1 Peter 5:1-4.
• Willing to affiliate with Fellowship Atlantic.
• Strong alignment and agreement with Community Bible Church’s Statement of Faith, (please refer to our website) Mission, values, and theology.
• Theological training from a recognized Bible College or seminary aligned with Fellowship Atlantic.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience leading a church as a Lead/Senior/Associate/Youth Pastor.

Key Role and Responsibilities

• Demonstrates Christlike character and integrity in all aspects of his personal life and ministry.
• Prepare and deliver sermons on the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to deliver bible doctrine correctly, equipping believers to discern and stand firm when challenged about the Word of God.
• Leads in effective programs of prayer, discipleship, evangelism, missions, and care for persons in the Church and in the community.
• Shepherds the congregation with servant leadership, love, and compassion.
• Provide on-going spiritual training for leaders and to nurture and raise potential future leaders.
• Leads the church in promoting the spread of the gospel by all professing believers.
• Work with elders, deacons, and committee leaders as they perform their assigned responsibilities.
• Perform wedding ceremonies, conduct funerals and counselling sessions.
• Partners with other likeminded churches and ministries to serve and engage our community and demonstrate the love of Christ in practical ways.
• Participate in visitation.

Personal Attributes

• Is a man of integrity with a passionate love for God and His Church.
• Has a gift for preaching and teaching and is able to minister to all ages.
• Is an outgoing leader who leads by faith, promotes unity and is capable to get everyone involved and committed to spread the Gospel.
• Is a good communicator/listener, displays common sense, has a sense of humor, is likeable, approachable, hospitable and loves people.
• Demonstrates an evangelistic life and maintains a Christ-like home.
• Has good interpersonal and organizational skills.

If you are a Pastor who aligns with our Statement of Faith, Constitution, By-Laws and have a burden to reach and disciple lost souls, if you have a desire to see believers grow to maturity, if you have a gift of preaching/teaching and a heart to see God’s great commission carried out, we invite you to prayerfully consider God’s calling to become our Lead Pastor.

How To Apply

1. Please submit an application to the Pulpit Committee at: communitybiblechapel@bellaliant.com
2. Please include a cover letter explaining your interest in this position.
3. Attach a resume listing ministry experience and Theological education.
4. Include a minimum of three references (Ministry, personal and local church leadership).
5. Any Personal Statements of Faith, media or video links of preaching/teaching of God’s Word.
6. Any other info that could assist us in getting to know you better.

Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.

Updated March 16, 2026