I'm sending a resume (below) in reference to the ministry opening there.

Also the following is a sermon video link. http://vimeo.com/46655099.

Thanks and God bless,

Rick & Rachel Connelly

*** **prock Ct.

Alamogordo, NM 88310

Phone: 832-***-****

E-mail: acyqy7@r.postjobfree.com

Dear Church family,

This letter is in reference to the Ministry position with you in our Lords

Church. As a pastor who understands the nuances of the contemporary church

in a contentious culture it is my desire to continue to fulfill my calling,

as described by Paul in II Timothy 4:2, to share the word in all seasons. I

enjoy preaching and teaching the word of God at every opportunity, in

multiple venues and enjoy the various approaches to worship used in the

Church today. I strive to keep every message and lesson well prepared and

combined with a unique, upbeat and interesting delivery that resonates with

all generations and keeps attendees engaged. I understand what a blessing

it is to experience his amazing grace and with divorce in my history I am a

grateful recipient of that fact and honored that He continues to minister

to me and use me to help others in various life situations. I will remain a

pioneer and leader for years to come in Christ’s body the church and

eagerly anticipate the doors He opens for continued service in his kingdom.

I am a graduate of Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri and have

over 30 years of experience as a full time Preaching/Senior Minister. You

will find enclosed, my resume that contains my heartfelt convictions and

other information for your consideration. I would appreciate the

opportunity to know you better by sharing in dialogue, our mutual needs. I

look forward to hearing from you and hope you will consider this

opportunity also a blessing. May the Lord bless you and keep you.

Yours in HIS service,

Rick Connelly

References:

Larry Foster (church leader)

13311 White Oak Landing

Houston, TX 77065 (Cell #) 281-***-**** (E-mail) acyqy7@r.postjobfree.com

Randy Peasley (former associate minister)

P. O. Box 466

Sault Saint Marie, MI 49783 (Cell #) 906-***-**** (E-mail)rpeasl

acyqy7@r.postjobfree.com

James Jackson (adult education teacher)

817 3rd street

Alamogordo, NM 88310 (Home #) 575-***-**** (Cell #) 505-***-**** or

575-***-****

(E-mail ) acyqy7@r.postjobfree.com

Jennifer Unsworth (church office manager)

207 N. D Street

McAlister, OK 74501 (Cell #) 918-***-****

(E-mail) acyqy7@r.postjobfree.com

Rick Connelly

Birth date:

November 21,1955

Background:

While in High School, I accepted Jesus Christ as my savior and was baptized

at the Grenola Christian Church in Grenola, Kansas.

Decision:

The Grenola Christian Church ordained me into the ministry on July 6, 1980

and I have had the privilege and honor of continuing to do so ever sense.

Education:

High School - Central of Burden, USD #462, Burden, Kansas 1974.

Ozark Christian (Bible) College, 1111 N. Main, Joplin, Missouri 64801

Bachelor of Theology Degree, Preaching Ministry 1974-1980. (160 credit

hours; equivalent to masters)

Extensive studies in Christian Growth, Evangelism, Counseling and Equipping

Ministry. (NACC and other state conventions)

Attendance at several seminars including the Institute for Motivational

Living: Behavior Analyst and Conflict Management.

Effective Areas:

In my estimation my most effective areas of service are preaching,

teaching, counseling, multiple staff coordination and development,

outreach, membership development and training including mentoring and

equipping others to serve in their areas of giftedness abd calling.

Emphasis in my ministry include:

The essential task of taking the gospel to the world and equipping

Christians to serve.

Church growth through biblical objectives, trusting in the Lord Jesus

Christ, and multi- member outreach.

Expository preaching.

The biblical concept of every member ministry. [Eph. 4:11-16 ministry

model.] Leadership development based on team ministry.

Christian counseling: Incorporating biblical principles that equip people

to manage life.

Sharing Christian convictions, which are:

1. Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ;

2. Trust His Word;

3. Repentance of your sins;

4. Confession of your faith;

5. Baptism; [Acts 2:38.]

6. Living a faithful life for the Lord.

Honors and Achievements:

Vice President Student Counsel (high school)

Citizenship Award (high school)

Outstanding Young Minister Award Recipient (North American Christian

Convention 1989)

Experience

Anthony Christian Church, Anthony, Kansas 1980-1985

Responsibilities: Senior Minister, preaching, teaching, calling, committee

work, youth camp, counseling, and administration. Average attendance:

170-180 (90% increase).

Country Side Christian Church, interim Evangelist, Topeka, KS. 1986-1988

Responsibilities: Senior Minister, preaching, teaching, teacher

development, calling, counseling, administration, and camp. Average

attendance 150-160. (Multiple staff)

Grain Valley Christian Church, Grain Valley, MO 1989-1994

Responsibilities: Senior Minister, preaching, teaching, leadership

development, administration, calling, membership development, counseling,

and youth camp.

First Church of Christ, Eldorado, 1L, December 1994-1998

Responsibilities: Senior Minister, preaching, teaching, leadership

development, administration, various kinds of calling, membership

development, counseling and youth camp. (Multiple staff)

Community Christian Church, Sebring, Florida, July 1998-2006

Responsibilities: Senior Minister, preaching, teaching, leadership and

staff development, administration, various kinds of calling, membership

development, counseling, and administrator for pre-school. (Multiple staff)

Central Christian Church, McAlester, OK, 2007-2008

Responsibilities: Senior Minister, preaching, teaching, leadership and

staff development, administration, calling, counseling, and membership

development.

Cypress Crossings Christian Church, Cypress, TX, 2009-2010

Responsibilities: Interim Sr. Minister, same as above. (Multiple staff)

Christian Church of Alamogordo, Alamogordo, NM, 2011-present

Responsibilities: Senior Minister, preaching, teaching, leadership

development, administration, calling, counseling, and membership

development.

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