Summary

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Brentley Rawson

Guntown

Summary

Innovative and passionate Worship Leader known for enhancing congregational experiences through creative programming and music selection. Expertise in volunteer training and community engagement, ready to advance worship initiatives and foster spiritual development.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Worship/Creatives Pastor / Executive Admin. Asst.

Word of Life Church Tommy Galloway

Tupelo, MS

12.2023 - Current

Led weekly worship services, coordinating music and volunteer participation for seamless execution.
Mentored junior staff and volunteers, enhancing their ministry skills and leadership capabilities.
Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
Collaborated with church leadership to strategize long-term plans for community impact and growth.
Evaluated ministry programs regularly, refining initiatives to align with community needs and church mission.
Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed weekly operations.
Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.

Worship Leader / Creatives Pastor

King City Church

Tupelo, MS

01.2015 - 12.2022

Led worship services, fostering a spiritually enriching environment for congregants.
Coordinated music selection and arrangements for diverse worship experiences.
Mentored and trained volunteer musicians to enhance performance quality.
Developed innovative worship programs that engaged community participation.
Collaborated with church leadership to align worship with overall ministry vision.
Evaluated and implemented new music software to improve rehearsal efficiency.
Cultivated strong relationships within the congregation through regular communication and feedback.
Oversaw scheduling of worship events, ensuring resource availability and smooth execution.
Recruited skilled musicians from within the congregation, resulting in a more diverse talent pool for the worship team.
Created a welcoming environment for congregants through thoughtful stage design and visual elements in the worship space.
Streamlined rehearsal processes, resulting in increased efficiency and improved performance quality during services.
Developed a vibrant volunteer worship team by providing ongoing mentorship, training, and support for team members.
Developed custom arrangements of popular hymns and contemporary songs to create unique musical experiences for congregants during worship services.
Oversaw budget and programming for worship arts ministry and engaged outside services economically and responsibly.
Enhanced congregation engagement by incorporating multimedia elements and diverse musical styles in worship services.
Fostered spiritual growth among team members by facilitating regular Bible studies, prayer meetings, and group discussions.
Cultivated a culture of prayer within the worship ministry by encouraging team members to pray together regularly and inviting congregants to participate in pre-service intercessory prayer gatherings.
Wrote and implemented innovative worship programs and documented worship plans for easy future retrieval.
Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
Coordinated special programming for holidays such as Easter, Christmas Eve candlelight services, Good Friday Stations of the Cross, resulting in increased attendance during these high-impact seasons.
Improved communication within the worship team by implementing new scheduling software, reducing last-minute changes and conflicts.
Led weekly rehearsals to ensure musical excellence and cohesive team performance, fostering deeper sense of community.
Simplified song selection process, aligning it more closely with pastor's message themes, for more cohesive worship experience.
Collaborated with audio-visual team to improve quality of sound and visuals, enhancing overall worship experience.
Negotiated contracts with external musicians and speakers, ensuring high-quality guest appearances within budget constraints.

Worship Leader / Youth Minister

Thorn Church of God

Houston, MS

06.2012 - 01.2015

Led worship services, fostering a spiritually uplifting environment for congregation engagement.
Developed and implemented creative worship experiences, integrating multimedia elements effectively.
Collaborated with pastors and ministry leaders to develop cohesive and spiritually enriching worship experiences.
Motivated worship team members during rehearsals and guided them in aligning with church processes, guidelines, and mission.
Mentored musicians and vocalists, enhancing their skills through regular practice sessions.
Facilitated training workshops for team members, enhancing musical proficiency and fostering teamwork skills.
Organized music selections and arrangements for diverse worship styles and themes in worship services.
Organized volunteer schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all worship events and services.
Collaborated with church leadership to align worship goals with overall ministry vision.
Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.

Worship Evangelist

Selfie

MS And Surrounding States

01.2002 - 06.2012

Mentored new believers through one-on-one meetings and small group sessions, fostering personal growth and spiritual development.
Counseled congregants during times of crisis or major life changes, providing emotional support and spiritual guidance.
Established partnerships with other churches to strengthen community ties and share resources effectively.
Trained lay leaders in various ministry roles, enhancing overall church effectiveness and outreach capabilities.
Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on best practices in evangelism and community outreach efforts.
Led workshops and presentations to educate audiences on product benefits and effective usage.
Fostered relationships with key stakeholders to promote product adoption and community involvement.

Worship Team Member / Personal Assistant

Eddie James Ministries

Birmingham, AL

10.2001 - 12.2002

Collaborated with team members to enhance worship service experiences through effective song selection and arrangement.
Assisted in coordinating rehearsals, ensuring all participants were prepared and aligned with service objectives.
Developed proficiency in audio equipment setup, optimizing sound quality for live worship events.
Provided feedback to peers on performance delivery, fostering a supportive environment for artistic growth.

Worship Team Member

Covenant Love Family Church

Fayetteville, NC

09.2000 - 08.2001

Collaborated with team members to prepare and execute weekly worship services.
Engaged with congregation during worship, fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Assisted in selecting and arranging music for diverse congregational needs.
Supported sound and audio setup for live performances, ensuring high-quality delivery.

Worship Leader /Executive Personal Assistant

Pat Schatzline / Mercy Seat Ministries