Welcome, Prospective Pastors!

Thank you for your interest in Forest Ranch Baptist Church. We are prayerfully seeking the next pastor whom God has called to shepherd our congregation. On this page, you’ll find key information about our church’s history, leadership structure, and the Forest Ranch community.

If you’d like to learn more or discuss this opportunity, we invite you to reach out to our pulpit committee. We’d love to connect with you!

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  • 📖 Understanding Our Church Governance & Doctrinal Alignment

    The FRBC Constitution & Bylaws define our church’s structure, leadership roles, and doctrinal commitments. This document provides clarity on our beliefs, decision-making processes, and the role of the pastor in leading the congregation.

    📎 Download: FRBC Constitution & Bylaws PDF

  • 📜 Our Church’s Growth & Milestones

    Forest Ranch Baptist Church has been a faithful witness to God’s truth for decades. From its early gatherings in the late 1960s to its continued commitment to biblical teaching, FRBC has remained steadfast in glorifying God and serving our community.

    📎 Download: Full Church History PDF

  • We know that searching for a church is also a deeply personal and prayerful process for any pastor. At Forest Ranch Baptist Church, we’ve been blessed with long-serving pastors who continue to care deeply about our congregation and mission.

    Our three surviving pastor emeriti have graciously offered to speak with any prospective pastoral candidates who wish to learn more about FRBC from those who’ve shepherded it firsthand. Their insights offer valuable context and encouragement as you seek God’s leading.

    📎 Download: Contact Info & Reflections

  • 📍 About the Community You'll Serve In

    Forest Ranch is a beautiful, close-knit mountain community located near Chico, CA. Many of our members live in Forest Ranch, while others commute from nearby towns. Chico, the closest city, offers schools, medical facilities, shopping, and additional resources for those considering a move to the area.

    📎 Download: Local Area Information PDF

  • 🏛️ FRBC's Connection to the CARBC Network

    As a member of the California Association of Regular Baptist Churches (CARBC), FRBC is part of a network of biblically grounded churches across Northern California. These churches share in fellowship, doctrinal unity, and ministry support.

    📎 Download: List of CARBC Churches PDF

  • ⛪ Christian Community in Forest Ranch & Chico

    While FRBC stands firm in its doctrinal beliefs, we recognize that the greater Christian community plays a role in reaching our area for Christ. This section provides information about other churches in Forest Ranch and nearby Chico.

    📎 Download: Community Churches List PDF

📞 Want to Learn More? Let’s Connect!

If you are interested in learning more about our pastoral search, have any questions, or would like to visit FRBC, we encourage you to reach out. Our pulpit committee would love to speak with you and share more about this opportunity.

📩 Contact the Pulpit Committee

Key Themes in FRBC’s History

  • Steadfast Growth: Despite pastoral transitions, the church has remained strong.

  • Financial Faithfulness: Avoided debt and trusted in God’s provision.

  • Leadership Development: Strong emphasis on training lay leaders.

  • Overcoming Challenges: Survived a church split and pastoral vacancies.

  • Biblical Commitment: Rooted in preaching, discipleship, and missions.