Edward R. Pennebaker, M.Div.
Simpsonville, South Carolina 29681
Phone: 864-***-**** / *************@*****.***
Education: Master of Divinity (2012)
Erskine Theological Seminary, Due West, South Carolina Bachelor of Arts in Bible & Theology (2009)
Holmes Bible College, Greenville, South Carolina
Master of Arts in Theology (2004)
Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, Greenville, South Carolina
(Ed is no longer in fellowship with this institution; it is too Presbyterian) Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (1989) Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina
* Saved while attending Clemson Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), supported by Christians of the Baptist Faith
Experience: Front-End Representative August 2022 to Present Academy Sports & Outdoors, Greenville, South Carolina
*Greet and handle customer transactions.
Founder August 2022 to Present
God Loves You – John 3:16, Downtown Greenville, South Carolina
*Feed the poor and the homeless up to twice a week.
*Proverbs 22:9: He who is generous will be blessed; for he who gives some of his food to the poor.
Executive Plant Manager June 2006 to January 2018
The Pennebaker Building, Greenville, South Carolina
*Between 2012 and 2013 left position to participate in the Chaplain Residency at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, Alabama.
Kitchen Aide September 2015 to December 2019
First Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina
*Assisted with kitchen operations, dishwashing, and kitchen communications; Display “ministerial spirt” as per Mr. Blakely.
Evangelist / Bible Teacher September 2014 to March 2015 The Good News Club, Greenville, South Carolina
*Taught Bible lessons, led evangelism and pointed children to Jesus Christ. Chaplain Residency Program (ACPE) 2013 to 2014
Greenville Hospital System, Greenville, South Carolina
*Gained experience in Counseling, Bible Teaching & Prayer; conducted Bible lectures; developed skills in lecturing and patient care; became more of a well-rounded Christian.
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Teacher Teacher August 2004 to May 2005
Chamberlain – Hunt Military Academy, Port Gibson, Mississippi
*Curriculum Taught: 7th & 8th Grade Bible Classes; 7th Grade – Old Testament; 8th Grade – Old & New Testament
*School Activities: Coach – Shotput (Division of Track Team) Assistant Coach – Soccer Team
Sunday School Teacher 2010 to 2011
Mitchell Road Presbyterian Church, Greenville, South Carolina
*Taught “Agape & Witness” adult classes.
Chaplain Internship June 2005 to August 2005
Greenville Hospital System, Greenville, South Carolina
*Clinical Pastoral Education Level I.
Teacher August 2004 to May 2005
Chamberlain – Hunt Military Academy, Port Gibson, Mississippi
*Curriculum taught: 7th & 8th Grade Bible Classes; 7th Grade – Old Testament;
*School Activities: Coach – Shotput (Division of Track Team); Assistant Coach - Soccer Team
Teacher 2002 to 2003
First Fruits Community School, Greenville, South Carolina
*Taught 7th grade Bible, Math, Science, Geography & Grammar and 3rd grade Science and Bible.
Mission Trips: *France (Camp refurbishing project in Southern France at Camp Des Ciems; member of team from Mitchell Road Presbyterian Church; spent one week in Geneva);
(Summer 1991)
*Hungary (Camp refurbishing project; met with members of Barnabas Missionary Team; 2 trips (Summers of 1991 & 1992)
Sports * Baseball: T-Ball, Little League & Pony League Experience: * Church Basketball
* Football (High School)
* Wrestling (Junior High & Senior High School); State Contender; Team Co-Captain; Recruited by The Citadel
* Rugby – 1 year (Clemson League Rugby); Wingman position Certifications: ACSI – Association of Christian Schools International 2-year term – Bible Specialist
Organizations: Lions Club, Due West, South Carolina (Honorary Member, 2011) APO Service Fraternity (Boy Scouts of America) – Advisor (2010); on several occasions served as Chaplain
Member of Association of Clinical Pastoral Educators in the Southeast. References: Available upon request
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Edward R. Pennebaker, M.Div.
302 South Almond Drive
Simpsonville, South Carolina 29681
Phone: 864-***-**** / *************@*****.***
Acknowledgements
The Society of Distinguished American High-School Students (1984) Spartan High School, Spartanburg, South Carolina
Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges (2009) Holmes Bible College, Greenville, South Carolina
Covington’s Who’s Who (2015)
Lifetime Achievement
Hollywood, Florida
Who’s Who in America (2021)
Lifetime Achievement
Chicago, Illinois
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Personal & Ministry References
for
Edward R. Pennebaker
302 South Almond Drive
Simpsonville, South Carolina 29681
Phone: 864-***-**** / *************@*****.***
Reverend Don Wilton
First Baptist Church, Spartanburg, SC, Senior Pastor Phone Contact: 864-***-****
Wayne Copeland
Miracle Hill Ministries Administration, Chief Financial Officer Fellowship Presbyterian Church; elder emeritus
Former partner and officer in Singles Sunday School Class, M.R.P.C. Phone Contact: 864-***-****
Debbie Howell
Child Evangelism Fellowship, Taylors, SC
Good News Club (program for Grade school age children) Ministry Coordinator and Adult Team Leader of groups that go into Elementary Schools in the Greenville area for child ministry. Phone Contact: 864-***-****
Paul Eckel
Mitchell Road Presbyterian Church Leadership: Elder, Businessman Former discipleship partner and mentor
Phone Contact: 864-***-****
Reverend Michael Herrin
Pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Port Gibson, MS Chaplain of Chamberlain – Hunt Academy (Military)
Bible Committee Head Chairman
Office Phone Contact: 601-***-****
Manse: 601-***-****
Ralph Mangum
Gideon, former elder at Mitchell Road Presbyterian Church Supporter of missions program
Phone Contact: 864-***-****