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Greater Cleveland County Baptist Association

Pastorless Churches:

CARPENTERS GROVE

CHRISTIAN FREEDOM

CRESTVIEW

DOVER

EASTSIDE, SHELBY

FALLSTON

LILY MEMORIAL

NEW CAMP CREEK

NORTHSIDE

PLEASANT HILL

TRINITY

WACO

ZION

*Send Resume to Church office unless otherwise noted.

OTHER MINISTERIAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE:

Pastor:

Canaan Baptist:
Canaan Baptist Church, 438 Pruitt Road, Casar,  is seeking a new pastor,   preferably bivocational. Contact information – Phillip Dellinger 704-470-5968.

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First Baptist Shelby:
Job Posting: Pastor of Community Life, Discipleship, and Outreach
Location: First Baptist Church, Shelby, NC
Position Type: Full-Time
About Us
First Baptist Church Shelby is a Christ-centered, welcoming congregation in the foothills of the mountains. We are committed to spiritual growth, community engagement, and impactful outreach.
Position Overview
We seek a Pastor of Community Life, Discipleship, and Outreach to:
 Lead discipleship efforts, small groups, Sunday School, and Bible studies
 Foster strong church community and fellowship events
 Oversee outreach, missions, and partnerships with CBF/CBFNC
 Assist in church leadership, vision, and strategic planning
 Provide pastoral care, preach, and participate in worship services
Qualifications
 Degree in ministry/theology (M.Div. preferred)
 Experience in discipleship, outreach, and visionary church leadership
 Strong communication, organization, and pastoral skills
 Passion for spiritual growth and relational ministry
Apply: Send cover letter & resume to [email protected]

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New Heights:
New Heights Baptist Church, Pleasant School Road, in Gaffney, SC is searching for a pastor. A small church founded in 1978 presently meeting for Sunday School and morning Worship Service on Sunday, we have an attendance of 25 – 30 persons. Located in the rapidly growing Grassy Pond Community, there is potential of increasing attendance, with the right leadership. Resumes may be sent to Mrs. Ann Godfrey, Chair Pastor Search Committee, 124 Morgan Cross Road, Gaffney, SC 29341 or emailed to [email protected]. For further information you may call Ann at 864.425.3782. 

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Zion:
Pastor: Zion Baptist Church of Shelby, NC is seeking a pastor. We are a congregation of approximately 250 members with an average attendance of 100. We are looking for a Pastor who shares our commitment to Jesus Christ and our concern and compassion for one another, our community, and the world. The church supports CBF and SBC mission causes, has men and women who serve as deacons, and values the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message. To request our congregational and pastor profile, or to submit inquiries, resumes, or other expressions of interest, please contact us at [email protected].

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Youth and Children:

Mount Vernon:
Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Forest City, NC is seeking a full-time Minister of Children and Youth.  Please forward your resume to [email protected] or mail it to Mount Vernon Baptist Church Attn: Personnel Committee  2676 Hudlow Rd. Forest City, NC 28043.  For more information please visit our web page at  www.mtvernonbaptistchurchnc.org – select the tab “Minister of Children and Youth Search”.

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Kings Mountain – Second Baptist Church:
120 Linwood Road Kings Mountain, NC 28086 – 704-739-4216
Director of Student Ministries
We are looking to hire an exemplary individual with outstanding leadership abilities to guide our church’s various ministries to students. This individual will strive to encourage all students in their spiritual growth, teaching them to expand their knowledge of God, and support them to develop their love for Him and others. The Director of Student Ministries will attend student functions at schools, grow relationships with the education community, and provide students and their families with Biblical
counseling. To be successful in this position means providing students with a place to belong that gives them. the courage to stand for Christ among unhealthy peer pressure. Ideal candidates should have insight and understanding of the challenges facing students and a compassionate response to their situations.
Responsibilities:
 Work in concert with the Pastor and church leadership.
 Oversee, grow, and coordinate all the church’s student ministry efforts.
 Design, oversee, and examine curriculum for all student programs, events, and classes.
 Lead and encourage students in their spiritual growth.
 Interact with students during Sunday services.
 Develop positive relationships with students and their parents.
 Display a Christ-like approach and lifestyle, and praying regularly for the students in the church and community.
 Incorporate students of all ages into various church ministries for His use.
 Grow students’ interest in the knowledge of God and His Word.
Requirements:
 Evidence of an ongoing love relationship with Jesus Christ.
 Biblical studies toward and/or some experience in student ministry.
 Proficient understanding of challenges and needs of young people.
 Excellent computer skills, and proficiency with social media.
 Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
 Excellent organizational skills.
 Love for young people.
 Ability to lead by example.
 Available to work a minimum of 16 hours over evenings and/or weekends and public holidays.
Benefits:
 Permanent part-time position.
 Weekly pay.
 Various paid holidays.
 Negotiable salary to start.

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Polkville Baptist:
Student Minister
Polkville Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a Minister to Students. Those interested must have a call by God to vocational church ministry and a degree, or working towards, from an accredited college/university in religious studies. Those considered will show a desire to work with students
of all ages from birth through college age; work with the pastor by providing a vision for students in the church and community; work with parents and families to establish discipleship programs for all student ages; and work with children and youth planning teams to organize and
implement ministry to students of the church. For full job description please send an email request to [email protected]
Resumes will be accepted by email, [email protected].

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Sandy Run:
Sandy Run Baptist Church in Mooresboro NC is actively seeking a Youth Director for our growing youth ministry . This is a part-time position. We are seeking a dedicated individual with strong Biblical beliefs that will be able to lead our youth to a stroung faith in Jesus. If this is the position for you, please send resume to: Sandy Run Baptist Church, 210 Church St, Mooresboro NC 28114- Attn Youth Director Search.

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Zion:
Zion Baptist Church, Shelby Zion Baptist Church is seeking a part-time Minister of Children. The primary responsibilities are planning, coordinating, and implementing age appropriate Bible Study and fellowship activities for children ages 3 years old- 5 th grade. The position is allotted 20
hours per week with attendance required on Sunday and Wednesday evenings. Cover letter and resume may be emailed to [email protected] (subject: Minister of Children Position)
or hard copies may be mailed to: Minister of Youth Committee 525 West Zion Church Road
Shelby, NC 28150

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Music:

Boiling Springs:
Boiling Springs Baptist Church is seeking a part-time organist/ accompanist. Please send resume and inquiries [email protected]

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Camps Creek:
Camps Creek Baptist Church in Mooresboro, NC is seeking a permanent part-time Minister of Music. We are looking for someone who can bring a diverse and dynamic approach to the music ministry. The ideal candidate would need to be versatile in different worship styles and appreciate a blended music ministry program. They would have a passion for developing and encouraging musicians and vocalists. This position will provide leadership to the adult choir and praise team by guiding and encouraging freedom in praising God and spiritual growth. Interested candidates send a resume or for additional details [email protected] or contact the church office at 704-434-2354.

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Crestview:
Crestview Baptist Church of Shelby is searching for a musical accompanist (piano) to serve in a permanent part-time position. This will include Wednesday night choir practice and Sunday morning service, plus planning and practice time and special services as requested.

Send resume to:
Personnel Committee
Attn: Amy Wright/ Chairman
Crestview Baptist Church
1090 Old Boiling Springs Road,
Shelby, North Carolina 28152

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Dover:
Dover Baptist Church is seeking an experienced, part-time pianist. Responsibilities include Sunday morning worship service and Sunday evening choir practice. The pianist will also play for specially scheduled activities and funerals/ weddings when needed. Dover offers competitive pay and paid vacation/sick time. Resumes may be sent to Dover Baptist Church, Attention Ashley Smith: 1501 Shelby Rd. Shelby, NC, 28150. Applicants may also contact Ashley Smith @ 704-472-9730.

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New Bethel Baptist Church:

Minister of Music Position
New Bethel Baptist Church (Lawndale, NC) is in search of a Minister of Music who will serve the congregation in a part-time capacity by encouraging spiritual growth of the community through leadership in the gift of music. It will be this minister’s responsibility to create and provide leadership for a ministry that contributes to a worshipful environment that both utilizes and develops the musical gifts of volunteers. In order to best serve the needs of the congregation, this minister will seek to blend
traditional styles of music with new and emerging styles of worship. Further, the minister will use her/his musical gifts in vocal and instrumental performance to lead the congregation in worship. In the
pursuit of these goals, the minister will work alongside, and under the supervision of, the senior pastor in order to fulfill the mission of the congregation – “Knowing Christ and making Him known”.

Interested candidates should send a resume or CV, statement of faith, and cover letter as an attached document to [email protected].

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Oak Grove:

Oak Grove Baptist Church is prayerfully looking to add to its existing staff. We are in need of a permanent part-time Music Minister. The candidate should be comfortable leading contemporary and traditional music, working with other musicians and singers, while also assisting fellow staff members and lay leaders in ministry where needed. Experience is preferred. Also having the ability to play multiple instruments and being somewhat savvy with technology and online formats is helpful. If interested, and want more information, please email your resume to: [email protected] (Attn: Pastor Jason and the Worship Ministry Team) or send a hard copy resume to: 1022 Oak Grove Road Kings Mtn., NC 28086.

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Pleasant Hill:
Pleasant Hill Baptist is in need of a pianist/choir accompanist for Sunday morning worship and Wednesday night choir rehearsal. Music is traditional/blended style. Contact Amanda Lowery [email protected]

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Poplar Springs:
Poplar Springs Baptist Church in Shelby is looking for a part-time organist. Responsibilities would be Wednesday night rehearsals and Sunday morning worship. Anyone interested and/or would like more information should submit a resume or contact the church at 704-487-8802. Resumes may be mailed to Personnel Committee, Poplar Springs Baptist Church, 1106 Poplar Springs Church Road, Shelby, NC 28152.

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First Baptist Church of New Bern, NC
First Baptist Church is seeking a full time Associate Minister/Director of Music and Worship. This person will lead a well established music program that strives for excellence both in quality and effective, meaningful worship. This candidate will need to have broad experience in all types of church music to lead a multigenerational congregation. We are
searching for an energetic individual who will be able to work effectively with children, youth and adults to find and develop gifts that will enable them to serve God through music. He/she will work closely with other pastoral staff to plan and coordinate worship and provide pastoral and spiritual support to the congregation. Click HERE for the full job description. First Baptist Church is affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship and embraces women in the ministry and leadership positions.

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Ross Grove:
Ross Grove is seeking an individual for the Church Instrumentalist (Pianist) position. The ability to play organ would be fantastic, but it is not required. This position is a part-time, competitive pay for the area, salaried position. Position includes playing music for Sunday morning worship, choir rehearsals, and any special planned events (the odd evening service, cantata, revival, etc.) Funerals and Weddings are not required but are paid over and above salary. Any qualified candidates should be proficient in their skill level, such as sight-reading standard arrangements and accompaniment pieces. The candidate must be flexible in rare changes to the service, possess an all-important Christ-like manner, and have a good attitude. They will need to be self-motivated, have strong interpersonal skills, work well with others, and be flexible during the Christmas and Easter seasons. For additional information, please email [email protected] to submit your resume, 2 references, and, if possible, a video/audio sample of your playing. Our church is a great place to serve the Lord!

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Trinity Baptist:
Trinity Baptist Church of Mooresboro North Carolina is seeking a qualified Church Organist. Job would require Playing for Sunday morning worship and Wednesday night choir practice. If anyone is interested or know someone who is interested leave a message on the church office phone. 704-434-6012 or email [email protected]

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Administrative:

 

Pleasant Grove Baptist:
Part time Office Administrator.  18 hours per week.  Interest or questions, please email [email protected]

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Other:

First Baptist Church of Shelby:
Location: 120 N. Lafayette St., Shelby, NC 28150
Do you have a passion for cooking? Are you seeking a rewarding job in a
safe, Christian environment with a long-standing commitment to childcare?
First Baptist Church of Shelby Weekday Ministries is currently hiring a Food Service Coordinator.
Position Details:
 Role: Food Service Coordinator
 Experience: Preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate
 Environment: Safe, Christian setting with a rich history of nurturing
children
If you are interested, please reach out to Penny Corn at:
 Phone: 704-482-3460
 Email: [email protected]

 

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Updated: 4/21/2025