Alex Crook
San Luis Obispo,CA
Summary
Compassionate Young Adults Pastor with solid background in pastoral care, spiritual guidance and church leadership. Experienced in leading youth programs, delivering sermons and discipleship. Strengths include empathy, and ability to inspire young adults towards personal growth and spiritual development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth & Young Adults Pastor
Renovate Church
San Luis Obispo, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Lead middle school, high school, and college/young adult ministries
- Planned and executed camps, events, and outreach opportunities, fostering engagement and community among youth and young adults
- Disciple students toward spiritual growth and biblical maturity
- Developed and taught weekly messages and sermon series, inspiring spiritual growth and strengthening community connections
- Recruited, trained, and led volunteer and small group leaders, enhancing overall ministry effectiveness and support for youth
Assistant Pastor
House of Joy Christian Church
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Led worship services at local church, enhancing community engagement and nurturing spiritual growth
- Developed inviting atmosphere for Sunday services, enhancing congregational participation and worship experience
- Coordinated youth ministry activities, fostering teaching and discipleship to deepen faith
Interim Children's Director
Grace Church of Glendora
08.2021 - 01.2022
- Led large group teaching and developed engaging weekly children's ministry programming, enhancing children's understanding of spiritual concepts
- Facilitated weekly discussions with 100-150 children, fostering spiritual growth and building a sense of community
- Oversaw volunteer scheduling and coordinated curriculum preparation, ensuring smooth execution of ministry programs
Summer Interim Youth Pastor
Fully Alive Community Church
06.2015 - 08.2018
- Facilitated Bible studies for middle and high school students, promoting spiritual growth and community engagement
- Coordinated youth outreach events, increasing participation and strengthening community relationships
- Delivered missions curriculum for Vacation Bible School, deepening students' understanding of global service and faith
Education
Master of Divinity -
Gateway Seminary
Ontario, CA05-2021
B.A. - Sociology
California Polytechnic State University
Pomona, CA03-2018
Skills
- Discipleship training
- Disciple development
- Small group facilitation
- Technological proficiency
Leadership Experience
- Campus Crusade for Christ student leadership (Cal Poly Pomona)
- Bridges International President (2 years)
- Selected for international student leadership conference in Kenya
- Children's ministry service coordinator at Grace Church of Glendora
Timeline
Youth & Young Adults Pastor
Renovate Church
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Pastor
House of Joy Christian Church
10.2022 - 12.2022
Interim Children's Director
Grace Church of Glendora
08.2021 - 01.2022
Summer Interim Youth Pastor
Fully Alive Community Church
06.2015 - 08.2018
Master of Divinity -
Gateway Seminary
B.A. - Sociology
California Polytechnic State University