AYOTUNDE OLUWAMAKINDe
Katy,TX
Summary
Seasoned Lead Pastor with over 13 years of experience of increasing responsibility in congregational leadership. Committed to shepherding individuals to Christ, engaging the community in missionary work and community outreach, and devising strategies to sustain long-term operations goals. Expertise in spiritual counselling, education, and mentorship. Proven success in advancing church goals and increasing community engagement in the congregation.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
MASTER IN DIVINITY STUDENT
HOUSTON CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
09.2024 - 11.2026
- Biblical readings and studying as directed to support unit learning goals.
- Utilized professor office hours to clarify topics needing elaboration.
- Increased student participation by incorporating group activities and peer feedback sessions.
- Searched at libraries and scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices and improve overall teaching effectiveness in the department.
- Improved student engagement with interactive learning techniques.
- Led academic projects to completion, ensuring thorough research and timely presentation.
- Conducted academic research, contributing valuable findings to faculty's knowledge base.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
Lead Pastor
The Redeemed Christians Church of God
10.2010 - 05.2023
- Lead the church in understanding, embracing, and accomplishing the mission to develop disciplines locally and globally, and engaging followers in worship, community, and ministry
- Devise and implement church vision and execute strategies to achieve short-range and long-range spiritual and organizational goals and objectives
- Plan worship services and events and equip staff and lay leaders to coordinate services and events; oversee staff and ensure they have resources to fulfil duties and responsibilities
- Support, supervise, and manage congregation staff; work with HR to screen and hire non-ordained staff and call ordained staff
- Work with the Outreach Committee to implement ministries reaching out to unchurched, inactive, and new residents of the community, and direct assimilation of new members into the congregation
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
State Bible Study Director
Nigeria Christian Corpers Fellowship
11.2001 - 11.2022
- Led Bible Study and Coordinated State Bible Writing for Manual and facilitated the overall purpose of the study, which is group collaboration, possess spiritual maturity that helps them navigate tricky discussions
- Organise state Bible Study Conferences and make Bible Study materials reading for all Regional leaders.
- Send out letters to all Regional leaders informing them of the next regional bible study meetings
- Educated members of the congregation on religious beliefs and practices.
- Collaborated with other religious organizations and agencies.
- Prepared and distributed religious materials.
- Participated in various outreach programs.
Associate Pastor
The Redeemed Christians Church of God
02.2007 - 04.2010
- Guided the Church in the discovery and f of its calling and mission, including casting God’s vision, encouraging spiritual development, leading the congregation, and expanding the congregation’s participation in mission activities
- Planned and delivered weekly sermons, prepared long-term preaching plans, and oversaw Sunday school
- Strengthened and oversaw faith life by creating an inviting community of faith, empowering leadership, coordinating, and supervising weekly staff meetings, and leading weekly gatherings such as Bible study
- Work as Church Prayer Coordinator, Sunday School Director, and Church Worker (Volunteers) Director
- Collaborated with Finance and Stewardship Ministry Group to manage the Church’s finances and devise strategies to grow stewardship
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counselling, and prayer.
Associate Pastor
Nu- Life Christians Centre
05.2005 - 02.2006
- Led Bible study classes, prayed with church members and guests, and visited with grieving church members.
- Assist the Senior Pastor in every operational program, leading intercessory Meetings, and supporting every department including the Youth and Children Department.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counselling, and prayer.
- Conducted home visits to offer prayerful support during times of crisis or illness, demonstrating compassion towards those in need.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout the community.
Associate Pastor
TREM (The Redeemed Evangelical Mission City of Refuge)
09.2002 - 05.2005
- Assisted senior pastor to achieve mission objectives, conduct church teaching, and plan weekend services
- Led Bible study classes, prayed with church members and guests, and visited with grieving church members.
- Assist Senior Pastor in every operational program, leading intercessory Meetings, and supporting every department including the Youth and Children Department.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counselling, and prayer.
- Coordinated special events such as baptisms, weddings, and funerals, providing pastoral care during significant moments in congregants'' lives.
- Conducted home visits to offer prayerful support during times of crisis or illness, demonstrating compassion towards those in need.
Lead Pastor
Rhema Chapel Campus Church
09.1998 - 11.2001
- Leads and facilitates the engagement with new attendees from initial contacts into increasing connection with Journey life and personal spiritual growth.
- Prepares weekly sermons, preaching, and conducting worship services
- Responsible for interpreting biblical scripture for the congregation
- Provide care to church members and assist them in areas of need.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to increase community impact and expand outreach efforts.
- Organized local and international mission trips to cultivate compassion and service within the congregation.
- Managed facility upkeep projects to ensure a welcoming environment for all who entered the church building.
Education
Pearson Level 5 Diploma -
Education And Training
UNITED KINGDOM12.2019
BA - Education Studies
London Metropolitan University
UNITED KINGDOM09.2020
MSc - International Marketing
Anglian Ruskin University
UNITED KINGDOM03.2022
M.D. - Divinity Study
Houston Baptist University
Houston, TX11.2026
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Biblical Studies
- Basic and Advanced Certificate Course, Word of Faith Bible Institute, Lagos, Nigeria
- Ministers Induction Course, London
- Advanced Diploma in Ministry, Christ the Redeemer College, London
- School of Discipleship, London
Leadershipordination
- Deacon, 11/17/07
- Assistant Pastor, 10/23/11
- Pastor, 10/13/18
Maritalstatus
Wife-Kike Oluwamakinde with 3 Children
Corequalifications
- Pearson Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, London
- BA, Education Studies, London Metropolitan University, London
- MSc, International Marketing, Anglian Ruskin University, London
Quote
There is nothing to find, only to realize. There is nothing to become, only to be. There is nothing to fear, only to love.
Marianne Williamson
Timeline
MASTER IN DIVINITY STUDENT
HOUSTON CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY
09.2024 - 11.2026
Lead Pastor
The Redeemed Christians Church of God
10.2010 - 05.2023
Associate Pastor
The Redeemed Christians Church of God
02.2007 - 04.2010
Associate Pastor
Nu- Life Christians Centre
05.2005 - 02.2006
Associate Pastor
TREM (The Redeemed Evangelical Mission City of Refuge)
09.2002 - 05.2005
State Bible Study Director
Nigeria Christian Corpers Fellowship
11.2001 - 11.2022
Lead Pastor
Rhema Chapel Campus Church
09.1998 - 11.2001
M.D. - Divinity Study
Houston Baptist University
Pearson Level 5 Diploma -
Education And Training
BA - Education Studies
London Metropolitan University
MSc - International Marketing
Anglian Ruskin University
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