Brian Whitworth
Cookeville,TN
Summary
Dedicated pastoral leader with experience in preaching, teaching, discipleship, and shepherding congregations through meaningful ministry engagement. Passionate about proclaiming God’s Word, developing relationships, and fostering a unified church community. Equipped with strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills, with a proven ability to collaborate with ministry teams, navigate challenges, and provide compassionate pastoral care. Committed to serving faithfully through biblical leadership, spiritual encouragement, and servant-hearted ministry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern Geologist
U.S. Army Corp. OfEngineers
Jamestown KY
07.2007 - 02.2009
- Although I have not yet served in a formal pastoral role, my seminary training and hands-on ministry experience in preaching, teaching, and leadership have equipped me with a strong foundation in biblical interpretation and theological reflection essential for spiritual formation. My training in homiletics enables me to communicate complex theological concepts with clarity and accessibility, encouraging meaningful and transformative engagement with Scripture. Additionally, my experience teaching in small groups and leading Bible studies has sharpened my awareness of congregational needs, fostering pastoral sensitivity and a responsive, shepherding approach to ministry.
- Previously, in my role as a job foreman, I developed strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills that translate well into ministry, particularly in fostering collaboration and empowering others to serve effectively. My management experience sharpened my ability to plan, organize, and execute initiative skills that are valuable in coordinating church ministries and activities—while also cultivating strengths in problem-solving and conflict resolution within team settings. Combined with my theological education, this background equips me to step into a pastoral role committed to spiritual growth, faithful service, and life transformation through the teachings of Christ.
- Conducted Quality Assurance Tests with staff numbering [Number]3 in field locations for long-term planning purposes.
Education
Master of Arts - Biblical Languages: Linguistics
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08-2026
Master of Divinity - Church leadership and Church Ministry
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Earth Sciences
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TN05.2007
Skills
- Sermon delivery
- Educational facilitation
- Spiritual guidance
- Spiritual support
- Computer skills
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking and organization
- Goal-oriented mindset
- Interpersonal and social skills
- Attention to detail
Interests
Fishing, reading, doing podcast
Languages
Greek
Limited Working
Hebrew
Limited Working
Timeline
Intern Geologist
U.S. Army Corp. OfEngineers
07.2007 - 02.2009
Master of Arts - Biblical Languages: Linguistics
Liberty University
Master of Divinity - Church leadership and Church Ministry
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Earth Sciences
Tennessee Technological University