Anthony Gilmore
Avoca,In
Summary
Visionary pastor, creative communicator, and leader with over 23 years of experience providing strategic direction and development for the church's vision. Successfully delivering discipleship, welcoming new members, facilitating pastoral care, and preaching to a multicultural/multigenerational community. Skilled analyst and evaluator with a keen eye for identifying and targeting opportunities for improvement, operational gaps, and community partnerships. Motivational leader, engaging presenter, and adept relationship builder. Excited to bring talent and spiritual leadership to a growing church.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EXECUTIVE PASTOR/CHIEF OF STAFF
Lakeview Church
Indianapolis, IN
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with senior pastor in developing and implementing organization's vision and mission
- Oversaw day-to-day operations of church, managing team of 65 staff members to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Engaged collaboratively as member of teaching team contributing to development and delivery of weekly sermons
- Led strategic planning for various ministries including Preschool, Children's, Student, Missions, and Daycare Ministries
- Offered spiritual guidance, leadership development, and counseling to staff and members, including teaching and preaching when necessary
- Developed and executed growth and outreach strategies, overseeing marketing and communication efforts resulting in 22% increase in growth
- Assisted senior leadership and elders in facilitating capital campaign that raised over $500,000
- Managed annual budget exceeding $5 million, ensuring alignment with organizational values and mission while maintaining accountability and transparency in all operations.
Director/Senior Pastor
Joyce Meyer Ministries/ St. Louis Dream Center
Saint Louis, MO
10.2014 - 06.2021
- Served on Executive Management team at Joyce Meyer Ministries, contributing to decision-making for worldwide ministry
- Supervised team of 34 staff members, overseeing education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs
- Developed leadership development program called 'Leader Trak,' aimed at preparing leaders for future ministry roles
- Planned and conducted worship services for congregation of over 700 members, delivering creative sermons and collaborating with key church leaders to fulfill church's mission
- Managed budget of $3 million per year
- Led successful renovation and expansion project ($300,000) for existing sanctuary
- Collaborated with city officials, non-profit resource organizations, civic groups, and public to conduct outreach programs for at-risk children
- Implemented leadership development process for elders and key leaders within congregation.
Campus Pastor
Christian Life Center Church
Tinley Park, IL
02.2012 - 10.2014
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church of over 1,300 members, including managing daily operations and developing/administering annual budget
- Supervised associate pastors and staff, overseeing education, youth, and pastoral care initiatives
- Organized and spearheaded community outreach programs, including shadowing and mentorship programs focused on helping middle school students plan for college or vocational education opportunities and participate in local civic processes
- Engaged collaboratively as member of teaching team at church, contributing to development and delivery of weekly messages
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services
- Led successful renovation and expansion project ($125,000), effectively renovating or remodeling existing children's wing.
Athletic Director/Youth Pastor
Joyce Meyer Ministries/St. Louis Dream Center
St Louis, MO
05.2005 - 02.2012
- Created and implemented sports program that was introduced in 16 middle schools, reaching over 1,000 students yearly
- Received Community Partner of the Year award in 2009 for work in middle school education
- Developed and implemented camp for students to introduce them to ministry
- Facilitated community outreach programs, including guidance programs focused on helping middle school students prepare for college or vocational education opportunities.
Education
BS - Church Leadership and Management
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2021
Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies
St. Louis Christian College
St. Louis, MO05.2012
Skills
- Biblical Preaching/Teaching for Life Application and Transformation
- Visionary and Strategic Leadership
- Development Healthy Staff and Church Culture
- Staff Leadership
- Crisis Intervention
- Fundraising and Stewardship Development
- Disciple-Making
- Leadership Development
- New Ministry Development
- Community Development
- Positive Coaching
- Team Building
- Counseling
- Organizational Leadership
- Vision Casting
Accomplishments
- Named YMCA Community Partner of the year in 2007 for St. Louis Region
- Received Outstanding Community Partner award in 2012 from St. Louis Public Schools.
- St. Louis Hidden Figures Partnership Award 2018
Certification
- Maxwell Certified Leadership Team , John Maxwell - 2023
Timeline
EXECUTIVE PASTOR/CHIEF OF STAFF
Lakeview Church
07.2021 - Current
Director/Senior Pastor
Joyce Meyer Ministries/ St. Louis Dream Center
10.2014 - 06.2021
Campus Pastor
Christian Life Center Church
02.2012 - 10.2014
Athletic Director/Youth Pastor
Joyce Meyer Ministries/St. Louis Dream Center
05.2005 - 02.2012
BS - Church Leadership and Management
Regent University
Associate of Arts - Biblical Studies
St. Louis Christian College
- Maxwell Certified Leadership Team , John Maxwell - 2023
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