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Dear Pastor Search Committee:
I greet you in the name of Christ.
I would like to submit my resume as a formal application for the
Pastor position.
Having been called to the Ministry by the Holy Spirit and having been lead
to your church and knowing that nothing... just happens.
My father in the ministry Rev. Samuel Jackson once told me that a
successful pastor must first be lead by the Holy Spirit, to always show the
compassionate Love of God and be a dedicated leader.
Most importantly, he must also be "GOD SENT" to a specific congregation
with the expressed purpose of Teaching, Preaching, Leading and Lifting up
the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Any other reason would be futile.
For God causes us to be informed of situations and places for a specific
purpose. That knowledge has led me to apply for this position.
I am positive, that with Prayer, Fasting and Meditation. God will provide
you with His Choice.
If these qualifications meet your standards, and you are open minded
towards the teaching of Christ, and the future. I would appreciate the
opportunity to discuss the details of how my experience can meet your
needs. You may contact me at the above telephone number or e-mail. Thank
you and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours in Christ Jesus,
Rev. Dr. Raymond Le Clayton Sr.
Rev. Dr. Raymond L. Clayton, Sr.
OBJECTIVE
It is to serve the Lord Jesus Christ in the role as a pastor and leading
the saints into a deeper and closer intimacy with God. My desires to
inspire, prepare, and guide lay leaders and saints to maximize the use of
their spiritual gifts for the ultimate purpose of God's harvest.
PROFILE
I am a pastor with a heart for the lost and a passion for equipping the
church and community as needed. My communication styles are relevant to
every age group. I want to build a ministry environment within the frame
work of the church body, because of God desire.
I am a strong advocate of intentionally pursing The Will of God for a
uniquely gifted church. I want to be involved in a church that is
interested in leading the unsaved to Christ and programs that have a
positive influence for the church family and community.
FAMILY
Wife: Bernadette C Farmer-Clayton, Daughters: Charisse Clayton-McCrae 24,
Celeste Clayton 20, Sons: Raymond L Clayton, Jr. 23, Daniel Clayton 21,
and Jah'Risse Clayton 7
PASTORAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
o Prepare and deliver sermons and other talks.
o Organize and lead regular religious services.
o Instruct people who seek conversion to a particular faith.
o Counsel individuals and groups concerning their spiritual, emotional,
and personal needs.
o Visit people in homes, hospitals, and prisons to provide them with
comfort and support.
o Train leaders of church, community, and youth groups.
o Administer religious rites or ordinances.
o Study and interpret religious laws, doctrines, and/or traditions.
o Conduct special ceremonies such as weddings, funerals, and communion.
o Plan and lead religious education programs for congregations.
o Refer people to community support services and doctors as necessary.
o Participate in fundraising activities to support congregation
activities and facilities.
o Confer with clergy members, congregation officials, and congregation
organizations to encourage support of and participation in religious
services and/or education activities.
o Collaborate with other ministry members to establish goals and
objectives for religious education programs, and to develop ways to
encourage program participation.
PASTORAL EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
ROSE OF SHARON BAPTIST CHURCH, Harrisburg, PA
Associate Pastor, 2009-Present
GRACE BAPTIST FELLOWHIP CHURCH, Mt. Carmel, PA
Senior Pastor, 2006-2009
NEW SECOND BETHEL M. B. CHURCH, Dunnellon, FL
Associate Pastor, 2002-2006
NEW BIRTH M. B. CHURCH, Chatmire, FL
Pastor, 1999-2002
FAMILIES IN CHRIST MINISTRY, Ocala, FL
President, 2000-2006
ST. JOHN DIVINE M. B. CHURCH, Milton, FL
Interim Pastor, 1997-1999
NEW EASTER M. B. CHURCH, Graceville, FL
Internship Pastor. 1995-1996
SOLID ROCK M. B. BAPTIST CHURCH, Paterson, NJ
Minister 1989-1994
ACCOMPLISMENT
Ministerial License 2009- Rose of Sharon Baptist Church
Ministerial License 1989-Solid Rock M. B. Church
Ordination 1994-Solid Rock M. B. Church
EDUCATION
Canterbury University
Bachelor of Theology, 1999
Master of Divinity, 2002
National School of Theology
Doctor of Theology, 2010
REFERENCES
Rev. Samuel L Jackson
(Solid Rock M. B. Church, Former Pastor)
Senior Pastor of Exodus Baptist Church
176 12th Avenue
Patterson, New Jersey 07501-1619
(Please phone for reference.)
Rev. Dr. Johnny B Adams
(New Second Bethel M. B. Church, Former Pastor)
Pastor Emeritus
1000 Patriot Lane, Apt. 310
Crestview, FL 32539
Dr. Orlando Short DD
Dean of National School of Theology
2548 White Oak Rd
Dover, DE 19901
302-***-**** Office
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