Lead Pastor Search Survey is now Live!
Our Lead Pastor Search Committee wants your input via a survey as we search for our next lead pastor. This survey is completely anonymous and
September 2026 Update
The Lead Pastor Search Committee continues to seek God’s guidance as we prepare to launch the search in early October. In this update, learn more about what the committee is doing, how you can connect with the search team, and specific ways you can be praying during this important season.
July 25, 2026 Update
During our July 14th meeting, we finalized the agenda for Brett Connolly’s upcoming visit to Bismarck and Century Baptist Church on August 23rd. We also reviewed the congregational feedback from the recent Town Hall meeting and discussed the final plans for the promotional video being produced for our Search Profile.
February 20, 2026 Update
Pastor Dave has already spent time with our committee, casting a clear vision regarding “the map”—a result of our comprehensive VCM Assessment. Last Sunday’s Town Hall on February 15th was led primarily by Pastor Dave, who shared this “map” with everyone in attendance. Thank you to those who joined us; we truly appreciate the great turnout.
December 22, 2025 Update
Pastor Carl ran the first leg, but now he will hand off the baton to the next man, for what we hope is the anchor leg of this race. As Vaughn Rhodes talked about on Sunday morning, we may have already met this man. Vital Church Ministry has been very proactive in this transition, and in fact has introduced us to someone who we will all meet on January 4th.
November 3, 2025 Update
So, what does your Lead Pastor Search Committee need?
We covet your prayers!
Please ask us questions; our names are below. We see questions and comments as engagement and caring for CBC.
Patience. Yes, it’s been over a year and a half since Pastor Paul Nather resigned as our LP, but this is not the time to rush, we promise we are moving forward.
And more prayer! 😊