Rev. Dr. Silas I. Baldwin, J.D.
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Mission-driven Pastor with more than ten years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environment. Successful in overseeing community services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church
09.2020 - Current
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
- Led renovation and expansion project, successfully renovating or remodeling existing sanctuary, multipurpose facility and restroom facilities and classrooms.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
- Attracted new members to the congregation through effective marketing strategies such as social media campaigns, website updates, and targeted outreach efforts.
- Established systems for tracking congregational engagement levels, identifying areas for improvement in member retention rates and overall satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
Licensed Funeral Director
Integrity Funeral Home
06.2014 - Current
- Enhanced family satisfaction by providing compassionate and personalized funeral services.
- Educated clients on available options for burial or cremation, helping them make informed decisions about final arrangements.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to attract new clientele while maintaining a strong reputation within the community.
- Conducted thorough follow-ups with families after funeral services were completed to gather feedback and continually improve service offerings.
- Managed all aspects of funeral services, ensuring that each event ran smoothly from start to finish.
- Streamlined communication between family members, clergy, and other involved parties to ensure seamless coordination of funeral services.
- Navigated complex legal processes related to death certificates, permits, and other necessary documentation for each funeral service.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation to ensure compliance with state regulations and industry standards.
- Displayed highest level of professionalism and sensitivity when dealing with grieving family members.
- Liaised between hospitals, physicians, county coroner and members of clergy to coordinate final arrangements.
Parole Supervisor
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
- Facilitated collaboration between team members on projects requiring cross-functional expertise for successful outcomes.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.
Youth Pastor
Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
- Utilized various teaching techniques to effectively communicate biblical truths to young people in an engaging and relevant manner.
- Ensured a safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Revitalized youth ministry by developing engaging programs and activities focused on spiritual growth.
- Organized successful retreats that provided opportunities for spiritual reflection, personal growth, and fellowship among peers.
- Implemented creative solutions for generating excitement about youth ministry events using multimedia presentations, games, and live music performances.
- Recruited volunteers from the congregation to assist in various aspects of the youth ministry program such as event planning or leading small groups during Bible studies or retreats.
- Managed budgets responsibly while prioritizing spending on essential materials needed for effective programming in line with church goals.
- Conducted regular evaluations of youth ministry programs to ensure continued growth and development, making adjustments as needed based on feedback from participants and church leadership.
Education
J.D. - Law
Miles Law School
Fairfield, AL05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - History
Miles College
Fairfield, AL05.2016
Skills
- Pastoral Care
- Spiritual leadership
- Public Speaking
- Mission-oriented
- Sermon Preparation
- Biblical Knowledge
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Administration skills
- Youth ministry
- Church growth strategies
- Congregational care
- Discipleship training
Affiliations
- Jefferson County District Missionary Baptist Association
- 2nd Vice-President of the Jefferson County District Congress of Christian Education
- Alabama State Missionary Baptist Convention
- Director of YYA Congress of Christian Education ASMBC
- National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc.
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
- Jefferson County Funeral Directors and Morticians Association
- Alabama Funeral Directors and Morticians Association
- National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association
- Bessemer Historic Society
Biographical Sketch
Silas Isaiah Baldwin was born on August 11, 1991 ni Jasper, Alabama. He was reared there until the age of 5 and his family moved ot Birmingham, Alabama. tI was at the tender age of 8 that Rev. Baldwin knew that his life had a calling on his life from our God above. In October 2011, Rev. Baldwin became a licensed minister by the Union Baptist Church in West Blocton, Alabama, under the leadership of the late Rev. E.P. Nix. In April 2013, he became an ordained minister by the First African Missionary Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, under the leadership of Rev. Alfonso Campbell. On the 4th Sunday in September in the year of our Lord 2020, Rev. Baldwin was called to Pastor the Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, West Blocton. Silas Isaiah is a product of the Bessemer and Vestavia Hills school systems, where he learned all that he could and always reached to maintain outstanding academic achievements. Silas Isaiah is a May 2016 graduate of Miles College (Cum Laude), where he received a bachelor's Degree in History with a concentration in Religion. Silas proudly graduated from Miles Law School in May of 2024 with his juris doctor degree. Upon passing the Alabama Bar Exam, Silas intends on litigating Civil Rights Law and Contractual Law. Silas ran unsuccessfully for the Bessemer City Council, District 7. One of Silas's favorite quotes come from Dr. King which states: "Not everybody can be famous, but everybody can be great, because greatness is determined by service. Rev. Baldwin is the son of Wendy .L Baldwin and the father of one amazing son, Haiden C.I. Baldwin. Silas Isaiah's favorite Bible verse comes from the book of Jeremiah, Chapter 1Verse 5, "Before I formed thee in the belly, knew thee; and before thou camest forth out the womb, I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations.
References
- Reverend Dr. Victor L. Harkins Sr. Pastor of Shady Grove Baptist Church 205-229-526
- Reverend Leon May Sr. Pastor of Beulah Baptist Church 205-531-8809
- Reverend Charles Hollingsworth Pastor of Friendship Baptist Church 205-527-4003
- Reverend Bobby Palmore Sr. Pastor of First Baptist Church of Roosevelt 205-335-0957
- Reverend Angelo Hines Pastor of Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church 205-542-9773
- Reverend Jeremie Turner Pastor of First Missionary Baptist Church, Handsboro 256-800-7353
Timeline
Parole Supervisor
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice
03.2022 - 07.2023
Pastor
Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church
09.2020 - Current
Youth Pastor
Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church
08.2014 - 08.2015
Licensed Funeral Director
Integrity Funeral Home
06.2014 - Current
J.D. - Law
Miles Law School
Bachelor of Arts - History
Miles College
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