Central Baptist Church of Johnson City, TN is seeking a Senior Pastor, following the retirement on October 1, 2025 of Dr. Tommy Hood. Desirable candidates will have an advanced degree from a Baptist seminary (doctorate preferred), a minimum of 10 years of relevant full-time ministry experience, preferably having led a team in a multi-staff setting, and possess spiritual maturity, biblical integrity, and heart for shepherding God’s people.

The role of the Senior Pastor includes, but is not limited to:

• Preaching and teaching the Gospel to instruct and challenge believers toward growth in their relationship to Christ and to evangelize non-believers toward salvation.

• Leading Bible studies and supporting other church activities led by the ministerial staff and lay leaders.

• Guiding, mentoring, and encouraging Central’s talented, energetic ministerial staff and its dedicated professional staff.

• Fostering a vision compatible with Central’s current strategic plan, its longstanding emphasis on local and global missions, and its priority to reach young families and students.

• Providing pastoral care and spiritual counsel to all members of the congregation from children through senior adults.

About Central Baptist - Johnson City:

• Multigenerational downtown congregation of approximately 400 people, composed of a wide range of demographics (age, socio-economic status, music/worship style, etc.).

• Partners with the Tennessee Baptist Convention, the Southern Baptist Convention, and the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.

• Adheres to the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message and supports the equal roles of men and women in all areas of service, including that of deacon.

• Celebrates a long heritage of stability, community involvement, and an exceptional music program.

• Located in Johnson City, a growing community of over 70,000 and home of East Tennessee State University – the community with excellent educational and medical services was recently named the number one place to move in the United States for 2025.

An interim pastor has been chosen to provide transition for the new Senior Pastor. Applications are due by November 17 and will be prayerfully and confidentially reviewed. Interested candidates should provide a cover letter and resume by mail to the Senior Pastor Search Committee, Central Baptist Church, 300 North Roan Street, Johnson City, TN 37601 or by email to kborger@cbcjc.org.