Pastor
Resume:
Tom Linderman *** Taylor Ridge, Belvidere IL *****
****.*********@*****.***
Career Summary
Evangelistic minded pastor serving in ministry for over 30 years. An effective communicator with a wide range of ministry skills. A track record of creativity in leading groups to deepen their faith through Biblical teaching as well as engaging with the community through effective outreach events.
Professional Experience and
Accomplishments
Grace Point Community Church,
Belvidere, IL. 2004-present - Founding Pastor
Planted Grace Point Community Church in 2004 with a beginning of only five non-Christian ladies.
Implemented all aspects of beginning a new church: strategic planning, teaching, video, sound, small group discipleship, counseling, marriages and funeral care. Gave leadership to beginning a music team and children's ministry. Developed original mission statement and method of discipleship process.
Conducted multiple new and unique outreach methods which brought positive exposure on television and newspapers. Result: growth from 4 people to 140 attendance.
Helped begin and led county wide annual church service, Thanksgiving meal and Christmas programs in coordination with 7 participating churches resulting in a greater positive witness for all churches in the area. Volunteer chaplain in local hospital and mayor's task force for crisis intervention.
Converge Worldwide national board member 2008-2009. LEADERSHIP STYLE
The Classic DiSC Profile
System most closely reflects
the Persuader Pattern.
People oriented with a
passion to persuade through
outgoing confidence. With a
naturally positive outlook it is
easy to see the potential in
opportunities and people.
LIFE IN THE HOME
My wife Susan and I have raised six
children, three girls and three boys.
We make a great partnership in life
and ministry and have a passion for
helping grow healthy relationships
and marriages!
These past thirteen years here in Belvidere IL have been a blessing from God. Our greatest joy has been helping many come to know Christ, grow closer to Him and show His love all around. Even through the
housing market crash of 2007, economic downturn in 2008 and shutdown of the local Chrysler plant in 2009, God’s goodness has been an anchor in the storms of life. Believing that God has plans beyond what we can see, we now wait to discover where He will lead. I believe the time has come and we will serve Him where ever that may be!
Tom Linderman 303 Taylor Ridge, Belvidere IL 61008 815-***-****
****.*********@*****.***
Ministry Advantage
"STRENGTHS" Profile:
I rate highest in the “Lion"
& "Otter“ descriptions which
have tendencies to address
challenges with optimism
while looking for new and
innovative ways to move
forward.
Clifton STRENGTHS FINDER Scale:
My top four strengths are described as
1) Imput - Seeking to grow and know more;
2) Relator - Finding joy in working hard with
friends to achieve a goal;
3) Communicator - Good conversationalist and
presenter;
4) Activator - Making things happen by turning
thoughts into action.
Life Community Church, Mount Prospect, IL. 1996-2003 Associate Pastor
Oversaw all family life ministries, I designed new small group materials and shared in preaching responsibilities.
Coordinated evangelistic outreach events into nearby neighborhoods. Result: church growth of 10% each year over 7 years.
Completed ordination in Baptist General Conference.
Completed and passed Church planting assessment and in 16 days, raised $2,500.monthly pledge support to begin new church plant.
Willow Creek Community Church, Barrington, IL.
1989-1996
Assisted in teaching and leading divorce recovery group
Responsible for follow up contact for new visitors as part of the "In Touch" ministry.
Additional Experience:
Lead Bible Studies in Cook County Jail and street evangelism in downtown Chicago.
Eight weeks in Belize assisting "Missions Outreach" conducting evangelistic events.
Eight weeks in Indonesia assisting "TEAM" and "New Tribes" missionaries.
Eight weeks in Israel assisting "Operation Mobilization" in door to door evangelism.
Education:
1999 Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Masters in Evangelism
1994 College of Lake County
Certificate in Counseling
1983 Northeastern Illinois University
B.A. in Linguistics
1982 Moody Bible Institute
Diploma in Foreign Missions
References:
Dick Loizeaux
Vice President Operations,
Director of Church Health
Converge MidAmerica
Joshua & Daisy Shelley
14054 Queen Ann’s Way
Poplar Grove, IL 61065
Additional references available
Ordination:
1998 – Converge Worldwide
(Baptist General Conference)
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