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Bishop Darby

Marysville,Ohio

Summary

Driven Pastor bringing over 12 years of success in recruiting leaders for church-led programs. Accomplished in planning social, educational and mission-oriented events to develop robust programs. Ready to build upon a strong academic foundation to foster growth in the Church Universal.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Minister

Marysville Church of Christ
Marysville, OH
08.2019 - Current
  • Participated in developing long-term strategies for expanding ministry initiatives.
  • Cultivated relationships with members of other congregations to promote ecumenical understanding.
  • Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
  • Carried out church mission by planning and leading worship services, writing sermons and working with church leaders.
  • Studied and interpreted religious laws, doctrines and traditions.
  • Drafted articles and delivered speeches to share information about religious issues.
  • Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
  • Created programs that foster spiritual growth among youth groups.

Youth and Family Director

Swartz Creek Church of Christ
Swartz Creek, MI
05.2017 - 08.2019
  • Advocated for young members of church internally and in general community.
  • Monitored attendance at all youth-related activities and reported any concerns or observations back to appropriate personnel.
  • Collaborated with church staff members to develop effective strategies for engaging teens in church programs.
  • Brought attention to youth ministry contributions through congregational awareness initiatives.
  • Coordinated special events such as concerts, camps, and conferences designed specifically for young people.
  • Devised and implemented congregational membership expansion tactics.
  • Directed weekly youth meetings, special group events, and overnight excursions.
  • Led regular discussions about faith-related topics with students in order to increase knowledge of Biblical teachings.

Youth Minister

Antioch Church of Christ
Selmer, TN
01.2016 - 05.2017
  • Developed and implemented weekly worship services for teenagers.
  • Recruited volunteers to help with various church events.
  • Counseled teens on life issues such as relationships, peer pressure, and self-esteem.
  • Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
  • Taught Bible study classes to high schoolers.
  • Created lesson plans for Sunday School classes.

Education

Master of Arts - Theology, Church History

Holy Apostles College And Seminary
Cromwell, CT
07-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies

Freed-Hardeman University
Henderson, TN
05-2017

Skills

  • Proficiency in Greek, Hebrew, and Latin
  • Proficiency in Greco-Roman philosophy
  • Proficiency in Church History
  • Curriculum Creation
  • Peer Collaboration
  • Workshops and Seminars
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • In-Class Lectures

Languages

Greek
Professional
Latin
Professional
Hebrew
Professional

Accomplishments

  • 2x Actor of the Year (Freed-Hardeman University)
  • 1x Up-and-coming Actor of the Year (Freed Hardeman University)
  • Summa Cum Laude (Freed-Hardeman University)

Affiliations

  • Data Analyst for PlayerProfiler, a scouting and analytics firm specializing in the NFL.
  • Teacher for Heritage School of the Arts: Theatre and Music.

Timeline

Associate Minister

Marysville Church of Christ
08.2019 - Current

Youth and Family Director

Swartz Creek Church of Christ
05.2017 - 08.2019

Youth Minister

Antioch Church of Christ
01.2016 - 05.2017

Master of Arts - Theology, Church History

Holy Apostles College And Seminary

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies

Freed-Hardeman University

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