Gregory Morris M.Div. THM

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Dedham, Mass 02026

469-***-****

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EDUCATION

Baylor University/Truett Seminary- Waco, TX, Master of Divinity (December 2019)

● With a concentration in "Theology"

Dallas Baptist University- Dallas TX, Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (December 2015) ● Biblical Studies, Christian Ministries (New Testament, Old Testament) concentrating training in biblical languages (Hebrew, Greek)

Goal: Guiding the youth and the young adults to be successful in the mainstream areas in the world while building a productive intergenerational community. PROFESSIONAL/MINISTRY EXPERIENCE

April 2023 - Present

Behavioral Technician

The Tree Top - Boston, MA.

● Assigned to 15 students 3rd to 12th graders who are protected under the American Disabilities Act

● Travel to schools within Massachusetts to work with students within 30 miles December 2020 - February 2023

Associate Pastor

Rural Shade Baptist Church - Cleveland, TX.

● Prepared and taught weekly Bible study lessons.

● Oversee the Senior adult ministry.

● Responsible for convening monthly with staff and church leaders to organize future events. ● Visited schools weekly to mentor youth in grades 1st – 12th while also providing intentional relief to teachers September 2018 - September 2020

Baylor University Traveling Pastor

Baylor University - Waco, TX.

● Responsible for providing Sunday sermons when assigned as a Baylor University Supply Pastor

●Provide spiritual care when a permanent pastor is not available.

● Pastoral Care for all and those unable to attend services because they are sick or shut-in. August 2017 – May 2019

Senior Pastor

International Ministries Baptist Church - Waco, TX.

● Founder and worked with seven key collaborators to establish and manage the operations of the church

● Preached expository sermons and taught Bible study lessons on a weekly basis to 500 students and others

● Managed the church’s organization and engaged in all community events. Gregory Morris M.Div. THM 469-***-****

September 2013 - January 2016

Director of Student Ministries

Cedar Valley Community College - Dallas, TX.

● Director overseeing 25-30 students and 3 direct reports

● Prepared the $1M budget for the ministry with the finance team and our staff CPA

● Taught the history of the Bible, in the Old Testament, and New Testament formulated the curriculum for the class and contributed towards grounding the content of the course.

● Past presenter at E.K. Bailey Preaching Conference for courses within the DFW Motorplex for 1500 people.

September 2012 - January 2016

Youth Coordinator

First Baptist Lancaster - Lancaster, TX.

● Responsible for weekly teachings to the youth, and young adults from 6th -12th grade for the bible lessons, and spiritual formations

● Created weekly curriculums to provide structure for the youth and educated them about the meaning of scripture.

● Lead vacation bible schools that helped gravitate them to the lessons of the bible with clear understanding and clarity.

● Instrumental in creating a safe space for the youth living in the community allowing for life lessons to be received and experienced.

April 2008 - September 2012

Pastor of Pastoral Care

Johnson Chapel Community Church - Desoto, TX.

● Responsible for all aspects of ensuring the care and connection of over 8,000 members in the congregation from the first-time visitors through the full involvement and participation on Christian community.

● Responsible for the development of infrastructure to insure the existence of a solid care environment for all church attendees and managing our team.

● Fiduciary responsibilities for the ($5,000 annual departmental budget presented to the youth and pastor yearly and the board, Pastor and Executive Pastors via email and in a staff meeting with Pastor, Associate Pastor and administration staff.

Barber Shop Owner and Operator

1996 -2000

Boston to Framingham - Massachusetts

● Embraced the community by starting a community events for youth and seniors (supporting holiday activities)

● Provided services to the communities free haircuts during back to school and book bags full of supplies

● Developed and utilized funds based on the annual departmental budget distribution.

● Mentor/ Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

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Gregory Morris M.Div. THM 469-***-****

Affiliations

● Chambers of Commerce 2012-Present, active member advocating for the business and for the churches in our communities ( Texas and Massachusetts)

● Waco Ques Omicron Upsilon 2017-Present, serving the community by cleaning the Highways, doing blood drives, and providing students and schools with supplies.

● Baptist Convention Volunteer 2012-Present, serving the senior citizens, children, and young adults in the community,

● Truett Black Seminarians Association, January-December 2019

● Boston - The Tree Top ABA Therapy, Boston Public Schools, Boston Tech, Boston Latin, Hennigan, Sarah Lee Greenwood, Madison Park HS

Professional Reference:

1. Dr. Dan Griffin, Professor Dallas Baptist University, Senior Pastor, 817-***-**** 2. Dr. Joel Gregory, Professor Baylor University, Pastor, 817-***-**** 3. Toya Thompson, Senior Pharmacist, 214-***-**** 4. Rev. James Fitzgerald Pastor, Friendship West Baptist Church, 469-***-**** 5. Rev. Alton Dixon, Senior Pastor, The Faith Church, 214-***-**** 6. Dr. Marcus King, Senior Pastor, Disciple Central Community Church, 469-***-**** 7. Rhonda Brown, 857-***-****

Additional Skills

Bilingual, fluent in Spanish and English

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