Youth Pastor

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-***-**** *****@**************.***

2) Gabriel Wright, Lead Pastor at Gateway Family Church, Birmingham, AL, 205-***-**** *******.***@*****.***

3) Wren Aaron, Associate Pastor at Church of the Highlands, Auburn, AL, 251-***-**** ****@********************.***

4) Drew Spires, Lead Pastor at Lakewood Baptist, Phenix City, Al, 706-***-****

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