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St. Andrew Baptist Church

Worship Pastor

Panama City,
Florida
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St. Andrew Baptist Church is seeking a Worship Pastor who will shepherd its worship ministry while leading Christ-honoring, Spirit-led worship that reflects the heart of the church and the hope of the Gospel. This leader will work alongside the Senior Pastor and ministerial team to plan, prepare, and lead the congregation in worship that is Gospel-centered, engaging, participatory, and reflective of the reality of Heaven. As a pastor first and musician second, this role focuses on discipling those involved in worship ministry while bringing all the gifts God has provided—choir, orchestra, band, and tech—together in unity to lift up the name of Jesus St. Andrew Baptist Church is seeking a Worship Pastor who will shepherd its worship ministry while leading Christ-honoring, Spirit-led worship that reflects the heart of the church and the hope of the Gospel. This leader will work alongside the Senior Pastor and ministerial team to plan, prepare, and lead the congregation in worship that is Gospel-centered, engaging, participatory, and reflective of the reality of Heaven. As a pastor first and musician second, this role focuses on discipling those involved in worship ministry while bringing all the gifts God has provided—choir, orchestra, band, and tech—together in unity to lift up the name of Jesus.
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Why I Love This Opportunity

What excites me most about this role is the prospect of joining a genuinely healthy staff culture where team members feel like they have a “seat at the table” and work collaboratively toward shared vision. The church has just completed its beautiful new Worship Center after rebuilding from Hurricane Michael, creating an incredible foundation for the next chapter of ministry. I’m particularly drawn to their blended worship philosophy that develops the praise team and band as the driving force while thoughtfully utilizing the choir and orchestra—it’s a unique approach that honors both tradition and innovation in service of authentic worship.

Mike Haight

Associate

A great match for this position would be:

  • A spiritually mature believer who leads from a deep relationship with Christ, marked by integrity, humility, and a genuine desire to honor the Lord in every aspect of life and leadership
  • Someone with proven musical excellence and pastoral heart—whether an emerging leader ready to grow or an established leader ready to build something lasting
  • A relational leader who connects well across generations, communicates with warmth and clarity, and contributes to a team culture where people feel seen, supported, and inspired
  • A shepherd at heart who prioritizes discipling worship team members and helping them grow spiritually, relationally, and musically
  • A collaborative team player who brings positive energy, handles conflict well, and possesses the relational warmth, strength, and gentleness needed for church leadership
  • A humble, hungry learner who is open to feedback, eager to grow, and values being part of a leadership culture committed to both personal and team development
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About This Organization

St. Andrew Baptist Church is a vibrant, multi-generational congregation of about 500 that has weathered significant challenges with remarkable resilience. After Hurricane Michael damaged much of the campus in 2018, they’ve emerged stronger and more unified than ever, recently completing their beautiful new Worship Center that signals both the end of a rebuilding season and the beginning of an exciting new chapter.

Located in Panama City, Florida, the church draws people from diverse backgrounds including military families from nearby Tyndall Air Force Base, long-time locals, and new residents. They’re known in their community for The Center of Hope (free medical clinic, food & clothing ministry, and pregnancy care center), their strong missions commitment, and for growth—people often say “We hear God is really working at St. Andrew!”

What makes the church unique is its equal commitment to worship and small group participation, the willingness to serve, and the volunteer culture where people genuinely love being together. They blend traditional Southern Baptist roots with a forward-looking, Spirit-led vision, and are deeply committed to biblical preaching, healthy church culture, intentional discipleship, and meaningful outreach. With momentum building, new families attending, and 36 baptisms so far this year, they believe God is positioning them for significant kingdom impact in the years ahead.

 

 

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“I’ve lived in four states and these are the nicest people I’ve been around.”

Quote from staff member: Rick Mitchell – Administrative Pastor

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