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Meet Edgewood Baptist Church

Edgewood Baptist Church is committed to living on mission by glorifying God and making disciples of Jesus in our families, among our neighbors, and among the nations.

We take God's command to gather seriously. If you see us over the weekends, you’ll see a group of people gathering to sing praises and hear God’s Word together. We also take our faith seriously in that we want to grow. We believe growth happens best in groups. We are also all about giving. We want to give back with the abilities, talents, and resources that God has given to us. We want to go with the gospel to those near and far who do not know Him.

Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we’d love to meet you and invite you into what God is doing at Edgewood.

About the Celebrate Recovery and Counseling Pastor

Edgewood Baptist Church is committed to living on mission by glorifying God and making disciples of Jesus in our families, among our neighbors, and among the nations. The Celebrate Recovery and Counseling Pastor leads the Celebrate Recovery ministry alongside the Celebrate Recovery Leadership T.E.A.M. to help provide freedom and forgiveness through the gospel of Jesus Christ, and also provides personal, marital, and family counseling for people in the congregation.

The Celebrate Recovery and Counseling Pastor's responsibilities include:

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate to achieve ministry goals and ensure all components function effectively.
• Recruit, equip, and provide pastoral care for Celebrate Recovery leaders and participants.
• Regularly engage in Friday night programs and champion the ministry within the church.
• Build relationships with local recovery organizations and the broader community.
• Develop and implement processes for counseling, recommending Christ-centered resources.
• Partner closely with the Celebrate Recovery Leadership T.E.A.M. and Administrative Pastor, including budget planning.
• Attend weekly staff meetings and address issues promptly as they arise.

Professional Development

• Stay updated on best practices and new developments in Celebrate Recovery (nationally and locally).
• Each year, read one book and attend one conference or seminar (online or in person) related to this position.
• Lead Professional Development time at an Edgewood All Staff meeting once per year.

What you bring

The following describes many of the characteristics of the ideal candidate for the Celebrate Recovery and Counseling Pastor:

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Bible school or seminary graduate preferred.
• Ordained or is willing to be ordained.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understands addiction and Celebrate Recovery; teaches biblical, recovery-focused lessons.
• Experienced and competent counselor who shepherds with grace and truth.
• Strong organizational and task management skills; detail-oriented and efficient.
• Collaborative team player with exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Effective verbal and written communicator with basic computer proficiency.
• Aligns with Edgewood’s beliefs, mission, values, and vision.

Personal Requirements

• Born-again believer with a clear testimony of saving faith, growing in Christlikeness.
• Called and gifted for pastoral ministry and counseling; meets biblical qualifications for an Elder (1 Timothy 3:2-7; Titus 1:5-9) and exhibits the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5).
• Demonstrates the Fruit of the Spirit and serves as a strong, reliable spiritual role model.
• Prioritizes family and cultivates healthy, God-honoring relationships.
• Maintains integrity, sets appropriate boundaries, and is open about personal growth and recovery.
• Aligns with church doctrine, fulfills membership obligations, and passes background/reference checks.

What it's like to live in Quad Cities

While the Quad Cities is a great place to live, it’s also a mission field. According to George Barna, our community ranks as the 27th most unchurched area in the entire United States, and second in the Midwest. That reality gives urgency to everything we do.

The Quad Cities, made up of Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa, along with Rock Island and Moline in Illinois, sit along the banks of the Mississippi River and offer a blend of riverfront beauty and Midwestern warmth. With a metro population nearing 400,000, the area provides the amenities of a larger city while maintaining an approachable, community-centered feel.

Life here moves at a healthy pace. Mornings often begin with coffee overlooking the river, and evenings include youth sports, local festivals, or a walk along the Mississippi River Trail. Affordable living, strong schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and a stable economy anchored by employers like John Deere make it possible to build a meaningful life. The Quad Cities is a place where roots grow deep, relationships matter, and the opportunity for lasting Gospel impact is significant.