Adam Lightbody
Port Orchard,WA
Summary
Experienced in student ministries with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities. Proven ability to foster spiritual growth, coordinate engaging programs, and build lasting relationships with students and families. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork, adaptability, and achieving meaningful results. Skilled in communication, teaching, and event planning. Known for reliability and flexibility in meeting dynamic needs of vibrant ministry.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ReachStudents Council Member
Evangelical Free Church Of America
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication and goal setting.
- Collaborated with church leaders to develop a comprehensive youth ministry strategy, fostering spiritual growth and community involvement for the Evangelical Free Church Of America.
Pastor of Student Ministries
Harper Evangelical Free Church
05.2023 - Current
- Directed annual retreats, camps, and mission trips that facilitated spiritual formation while providing opportunities for service and leadership development.
- Managed budget allocations effectively to ensure optimal resource distribution across various aspects of the student ministry program.
- Increased parent involvement by creating clear communication channels and hosting regular meetings to discuss ministry updates.
- Collaborated with church leadership to align student programs with overall church vision and goals.
- Mentored and supported volunteer leaders, resulting in a more cohesive and effective student ministry team.
- Established safe spaces where open conversations about faith-related issues could be held without judgment.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
Youth Intern
Harper Church
12.2018 - 05.2023
- Acquired essential time management skills through balancing academic commitments with internship responsibilities.
- Supervised activities and events for large groups.
- Established positive rapport with both students and parents alike, fostering trusting relationships throughout the congregation.
- Monitored progress of individual youths'' involvement in our program through consistent check-ins and followups.
- Assisted with administrative tasks, ensuring efficient operations within the youth ministry department.
- Facilitated small group discussions, encouraging open dialogue about faith-related topics and personal experiences.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
Education
BA - Bible & Theology w/ Minor In Psychology
Multnomah University
04.2023
High School Diploma -
South Kitsap High School
01.2012
Skills
- Biblical teaching
- Pastoral counseling
- Youth mentorship
- Discipleship training
- Worship leading
- Mission planning
- Relationship building
- Preparing weekly sermons
- Discipleship
Timeline
ReachStudents Council Member
Evangelical Free Church Of America
07.2023 - Current
Pastor of Student Ministries
Harper Evangelical Free Church
05.2023 - Current
Youth Intern
Harper Church
12.2018 - 05.2023
BA - Bible & Theology w/ Minor In Psychology
Multnomah University
High School Diploma -
South Kitsap High School
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