Letter of Interest

First Baptist Church of Laurinburg has a deep and connected history in downtown Laurinburg. Founded in 1878, FBC-Laurinburg has been an important part of the spiritual heart of our town and surrounding county. We endeavor to foster a community where all are invited to worship, study, and flourish together under Christ's guidance.

As a moderate and welcoming fellowship, we have elected to be a strongly aligned partner church with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of North Carolina. We began this partnership in the 1990s, as we recognized that the practices of CBF-NC uniquely respect our church autonomy and polity. Since the 1970s, when we ordained our first woman deacon, women have been an integral part of church leadership at FBC-Laurinburg. This culminated in calling our first female Pastor in 2021. We seek a Pastor who shares our beliefs and can thrive as a part of our congregation.

FBC-Laurinburg membership has experienced a marked decline in number over the past twenty-five years. This is primarily due to the graying of our congregation, closing and resettlement of local industries, and relocation of many younger members as they establish themselves and their families. Despite these trends, we remain a dedicated and resilient core group with a heart focused on service in Christ's name. Our local mission field is expansive and in constant need of service, and this work is an important part of our identity.

The Pastor Search Committee has been charged with the task of identifying our next Pastor: a strong Christ-centered leader who can rejuvenate and grow this church through pastoral care, Biblically-sound and life-inspiring preaching and teaching, and affirmation of our missions and outreach ministries. If you believe that God is calling you to consider this position, please submit your resume along with a letter of introduction sharing your call and unique gifts for pastoral ministry. Please click the Contact link below or email search.fbclaurinburg@yahoo.com to submit your information packet.

The Pastor Search Committee will keep you apprised of our progress as we carefully and prayerfully work to identify the person to shepherd and grow our congregation.