Youth Pastor
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Objective
Dedicated and passionate minister of the gospel seeking a meaningful opportunity to serve and guide individuals in their spiritual journey. Committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive community, delivering impactful sermons, and providing pastoral care to inspire personal growth and a deeper connection to faith.
Education
Troy University August 2015 – 2018
Was pursuing a Bachelor of Science Elementary Education
Chattahoochee Valley Community College March 2014 – July 2015
Completed 41 hours in General Studies
Southeastern Bible College August 1995 – May 1996
Lakeland, FL - Studied Church Ministries.
Birmingham Metro Master’s Commission August 1993 – May 1994 &
Alabaster, AL - Studied Church Ministries August 1996 – May 1997
Received Ministerial Ordination
Kingwood Christian School (High School) August 1987 - May 1991
Alabaster, AL
Awards
Drama Scholarship Recipient, Southeastern Bible College, August 1995
Foundation Scholarship Recipient, Chattahoochee Valley Community College, April 2015
Dean’s List, Chattahoochee Valley Community College, Summer Semester 2014
Job Experience
Lakewood Baptist Church, Phenix City, Al (Dec 2022-Present)
Interim Youth Pastor
Developed and delivered sermons, lessons, and interactive sessions that for diverse youth audiences.
Fostered a supportive and inclusive environment for young individuals to feel valued, encouraged, and spiritually nurtured.
Collaborated with church leadership to plan and execute various youth events, retreats, and community service projects.
Provided pastoral counseling and mentorship to guide youth through personal challenges and spiritual growth.
Implemented innovative digital media games and videos, enhancing communication and engagement within the youth ministry.
Collaborated with church leadership to manage youth program budget, allocating resources for events, supplies, and outreach activities.
Actively participated in church-wide activities, contributing to a unified and cohesive church community.
Collaborated with church leadership to coordinate, schedule volunteers, and oversee the successful operations of the Christmas tree farm and the youth garage sale
Comfort Keeper, LLC (2012-2024)
Lead Networker/Co-Manager
Office Management
Marketing and networking
Hiring and training
Assist with payroll
Community representative
Church On The Rock, Sarasota, FL (2010-2012)
Campus Pastor
Oversaw all church ministries
Preached on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings
Taught discipleship training on Sunday nights
Developed and oversaw visitation program
Performed necessary counseling, weddings, and funerals
Organized special events and guest speakers
Regularly called and/or visited members and prospects
Oversaw and carried out the ordinances of Baptism and the Lord’s Supper
Church On The Rock, Palmetto, FL (2007-2010)
Associate Pastor & Director, Palmetto Master’s Commission
Developed and oversaw the growth, development, discipleship and teaching of all students
Taught Bible curriculum daily
Drama director
Directed “Conquest school assembly program
Scheduled, oversaw, and lead all ministry/missions trips
Oversaw tuition
Preached every Thursday chapel
Taught discipleship training
Developed and oversaw visitation program
Regularly called and/or visited members and prospects
Developed and oversaw inner city outreach
Filmed and edited all video for classes
Performed necessary counseling, weddings, and funerals
Abundant Living Faith Center, El Paso, TX (2002-2007)
Director, Faith Master’s Commission
Taught Bible classes at Faith Christian Academy
Developed and oversaw the growth, development, discipleship and teaching of all students
Taught Bible curriculum daily
Drama director
Directed “Conquest” school assembly program
Scheduled, oversaw, and lead all ministry/missions trips
Oversaw tuition
Preached every Thursday chapel
Taught discipleship training
Developed and oversaw inner city outreaches
Filmed and edited all video for classes
Kingwood Assembly of God, Alabaster AL (1997-2002)
Assistant Director, Birmingham Metro Master’s Commission
Assisted in the growth, development, discipleship and teaching of over 90 students
Taught college correspondence classes: Berean & Global University
Drama director
Directed “Conquest” school assembly program
Scheduled, oversaw, and lead ministry/missions trips.
Oversaw tuition
Preached every Thursday chapel
Taught discipleship training
Developed and oversaw visitation program
Regularly called and/or visited members and prospects
Developed and oversaw inner city outreaches
Volunteer Work
Contributed to the instruction of the young married Sunday school class, actively participated in Awana teaching, and volunteered across various departments at Lakewood Baptist Church, 2015 - Present
Ambassador, Opelika Chamber of Commerce, June 2013 - 2024
Marriage Small Group Hub Leader, Church Of The Highlands, Auburn, AL, September 2013 – September 2014
Participant in Serve Day, Church Of The Highlands, Auburn, AL, July 2013
Mission trips to Mexico, Palmetto Master’s Commission, 2007 – 2011 (Several Trips)
Worked building an orphanage on various occasions, Tapestries Of Life, Fabens, TX, June 2002 – May 2007
Delivered food and personal items to Mexico, Sister Suzie Ministries, El Paso, TX June 2002 – May 2007
Mission trip to Scotland and Finland, Birmingham Metro Master’s Commission, February 2000
Mission Trip to Scotland, Birmingham Master’s Commission, February 1999
References
1) Mark Sims, Associate Pastor at Kingwood Church, Alabaster, AL, 205-***-**** ad5o96@r.postjobfree.com
2) Gabriel Wright, Lead Pastor at Gateway Family Church, Birmingham, AL, 205-***-**** ad5o96@r.postjobfree.com
3) Wren Aaron, Associate Pastor at Church of the Highlands, Auburn, AL, 251-***-**** ad5o96@r.postjobfree.com
4) Drew Spires, Lead Pastor at Lakewood Baptist, Phenix City, Al, 706-***-****
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