CAREY GIDRON

A dynamic, Gospel-centered leader with over 37 years of ministry experience, dedicated to transforming lives and communities through faith, discipleship, and organizational leadership. Adept at vision-casting, church growth, and strategic planning, with a proven ability to develop leaders, expand outreach initiatives, and drive sustainable ministry impact. Passionate about fostering spiritual growth, mentoring, and creating innovative solutions for church and community development.

• Author: Promoted by Betrayal: God’s Purpose, God’s Plan, and God’s Use for Your Life
• Church Growth & Development: Spearheaded successful facility renovations and expansion projects.
• International Preacher & Speaker: Ministered globally, including South Africa and Maui, Hawaii.
• Interdenominational Influence: Preached for renowned leaders across multiple Christian denominations.
• Strategic Leadership: Developed economic strategies for church sustainability during downturns.
• Disaster Relief Missions: Led national and international relief efforts.

• Chicago Transit Authority, 01/01/14, Present, Safely operate public transportation services while maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer service.
• Sauk Village Fire Department, Firefighter, Served as a first responder and community servant, earning the 2009 Ambassador for Peace Award.

• Founder & Senior Pastor, Total Faith Church International, Present, Provide visionary leadership, preaching, and strategic oversight to a thriving congregation., Develop and implement the church’s mission, vision, and community outreach initiatives., Lead discipleship programs, leadership training, and ministry development., Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and stewardship initiatives., Build strong partnerships with churches, businesses, and community organizations.
• Overseer & Senior Pastor, Jackson Chapel M.B. Church, Present, Provide spiritual leadership, mentoring, and organizational guidance., Implement strategies for church growth, leadership development, and community impact.
• Television & Evangelism Ministry, Expanded outreach to over six million homes through Total Living Network (TLN). Founder of Taking It to the Streets Ministries, engaging in national and international evangelism.
• Vice President, Department of Evangelism, 1st Jurisdiction, Illinois (COGIC), Led evangelistic efforts, training, and mobilization for outreach and missions.
• President & Founder, YRAVE (Youth Restoration and Violence Elimination), Faith-based non-profit providing intervention programs for at-risk youth.
• Director of Youth Outreach, Chicago Public Schools, Partnered with schools and community leaders to address youth violence.