The Pastoral Search Team of Wingham Baptist Church is seeking a suitably qualified Pastor to teach, lead, and equip us to reveal and reflect Jesus to our local community.
The role being offered is a full-time position, 3 days per week, with remuneration in line with NSW & ACT Baptist guidelines.
All applications should include a cover letter and resume and be addressed to:
Graeme McGechan
Secretary
0428716482
If you require any further information, please do not hesitate to call.
WINGHAM
Wingham is a friendly rural town situated on the Manning River, approximately 3.5 hours from Sydney, NSW, and only 10 minutes from Taree in the Manning Valley.
The town has a population of 5,400 people with a median age of 47, compared to the national median of 38 years. 86% of the population were born in Australia, higher than the national average of 67%, and the local indigenous population makes up 7%. According to the 2021 census, 39% of the population identify as having "No Religion".
There are four schools in Wingham: Wingham Public School (known locally as Murray Road), Wingham Brush Public School, Joseph's Catholic School, and Wingham High School. The Mid Coast Christian College, catering to both primary and high school students, is only 6 km or a short 10-minute drive from Wingham.
Wingham is a vibrant town with wide streets, many cafes, and boutique shops. It hosts several festivals throughout the year, including the Annual Show in March, Beef Week in May, Bonnie Scottish Festival in June, and the Acoustic Music Festival in October.
OUR CHURCH
Wingham Baptist Church was planted from Taree Baptist Church in 1992, initially meeting in the CWA building on the main street. Later, the current site, originally a sawmill, was purchased and converted into our church. Over the years, the property has expanded to include a demountable office, a bitumen car park, solar power, a large timber deck, a new kitchen, new floor coverings, external tables with bench seats, and a children's playground.
We are a small church with an average Sunday congregation of 46 people. Despite our size, we believe we make a significant impact through our ministries, which include playgroup, Kids Club, Welcome Place (for older attendees), the Wingham Farmers Market held on our property, prayer meetings, mission support, Bible study groups, the local KYB group, and this year, we have become a flood crisis centre to support local flood victims.
Our commitment to Christ provides the foundation for caring for and serving our local community. Our care reflects our dedication to Christ. Jesus said that he 'did not come to be served but to serve' (Matt 20:28 NIV). This principle guides us in all we do.
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