Passionate about worship and driven by a deep desire to honor God, the goal is to guide and inspire others to recognize the love and lordship of Jesus Christ. With a strong foundation in spiritual leadership and musical abilities, dedicated to helping the church of Christ connect with the Savior and engage in meaningful worship. Over twenty-five years of experience in ministry, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to support the spiritual growth and transformation of individuals and communities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Worship Pastor
Vertical Chapel
12.2020 - Current
Developed strong volunteer teams for music ministry, providing training and mentorship to musicians and vocalists.
Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring cost-effective procurement of instruments, equipment, and materials needed for worship services.
Coordinated special holiday productions involving various age groups within the congregation, showcasing their talents in meaningful ways.
Enhanced worship experiences by incorporating diverse musical styles and multimedia elements in services.
Evaluated and implemented improvements to the worship experience based on feedback from congregation members and leadership.
Prioritized pastoral care for music ministry members, offering guidance and support during challenging times.
Collaborated with pastoral staff to create cohesive and meaningful worship services that aligned with sermon themes.
Led and inspired worship team members and guided team in following church processes, guidelines and mission.
Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
Oversaw budget and programming for worship arts ministry and engaged outside services economically and responsibly.
Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
Proficient in Logic-Pro X. Weekly click-track music production.
Weekly PCO updates for the team.
Worship Pastor
First Bible Baptist Church
01.2019 - 01.2020
Coordinated and led worship services every week, recruited volunteers, led the stage design, sound, visual and online teams
Managed the worship ministry budget, PCO and CCLI licenses
Effectively led the worship and tech teams by updating and adjusting our sound, visual and technical systems for virtual church and the comeback to in person services during the challenges of COVID-19
Implemented creative stage designs that enhanced the visual impact of worship services and special events.
Collaborated with pastoral staff to create cohesive and meaningful worship services that aligned with sermon themes.
Streamlined rehearsal schedules for more efficient use of time while maintaining high levels of performance quality during services.
Developed strong relationships with families in the congregation through personal visits, counseling sessions, and social events.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Worship Pastor
Congress Avenue Baptist Church
01.2008 - 01.2019
Coordinated and led worship services every week, created special church events throughout the year such as Easter and Christmas Eve, led the visual, sound and light ministry for the church, organized a monthly outreach/worship event on Congress Avenue (First Thursdays), led the Christmas on Congress worship event on the Avenue
Originator and director of P&W on Congress Avenue, a Christian live music festival and platform on SXSW in downtown Austin Texas (2013-2018)
Hosted/ served, and equipped Bible college students from BUA in San Antonio Texas to go full time into ministry
(2010-2017)
Plan and led worship during the church's international mission trips, to North, Central and South Mexico, Cuba and Brazil
Served as the Spanish/English translator
Youth Pastor group from 2009-2012
Church Discipleship Director
Recorded a worship album in Austin and Nashville, TN
Implemented creative stage designs that enhanced the visual impact of worship services and special events.
Managed budgets and resources efficiently, ensuring cost-effective procurement of instruments, equipment, and materials needed for worship services.
Oversaw audiovisual team operations ensuring smooth transitions between service elements.
Prioritized pastoral care for music ministry members, offering guidance and support during challenging times.
Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Facilitated mission trips for church members to serve disadvantaged communities locally and abroad, demonstrating the power of faith in action.
Worship Pastor
Iglesia Bautista del Valle
01.2006 - 01.2008
Led the worship ministry, planning, recruiting, teaching, tech oversight
Discipleship teacher, led as the International Missions Director bringing evangelistic groups to the city, and as a Spanish and English translator
Enhanced worship experiences by incorporating diverse musical styles and multimedia elements in services.
Spanish Worship Leader
Lenexa Baptist Church
01.2005 - 01.2006
Led the Spanish church in worship every week, recruited volunteers for the team, English and Spanish translator, helped the English church on international missions to Europe by leading worship, building projects, evangelism, etc
Spanish Worship Leader
Lee's Summit Baptist Temple
01.2004 - 01.2006
Led Spanish congregation into worship, and did simultaneous English/Spanish translation
Worship Leader
Templo Bautista Calvario
01.1998 - 01.2004
Led the church congregation into worship every week, I coordinated music and vocalists, recruited volunteers for the team, led and participated in city wide evangelical campaigns where people came to know Jesus as their Savior
Led and organized city wide events for youth and children
Collaborated with pastors and ministry leaders to develop cohesive and spiritually enriching worship experiences.
Expanded community outreach efforts by organizing special events and collaborating with local organizations to provide live music.
Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mass Communication
MMC Longview Community
Lee's Summit, MO
01.2006
Bachelor of Theology - Bible Studies
Templo Bautista Calvario
01.2003
Skills
Effective worship leader
Guitar proficiency
Singer/songwriter
Team leadership
Relationship building
Conflict resolution
Team player
Arranging music
Spiritual leadership
Worship planning
Multicultural sensitivity
Music theory
Additional Information - Personal
I have a wife who loves the Lord and her family, we stand in the power of prayer, we have four wonderful kids, and we are kingdom minded servants.
Certification
Ordained Minister Credential - Denominational Church Bodies or Non-denominational Associations.