Carlton Binkley
Decatur,IL
Summary
Missions-oriented and experienced lead pastor with a proven track record in guiding believers towards spiritual growth through effective discipleship, impactful expository preaching, and hands-on ministry. Passionate about fostering a deep connection between individuals and their faith, I consistently inspire and lead congregations towards a more meaningful relationship with God, I am dedicated to creating healthy church culture where individuals can thrive in their spiritual journey.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pastor of Preaching, Vision, and Missions
Tabernacle Baptist Church
07.2019 - 08.2024
- Led church to pay off 1 million dollars of debt in 4 years
- Initiated and oversaw developing a holistic worship arts ministry
- Saw 40+ baptisms per year for the last several years
- Created a regional pastor’s network, Elijah’s Rest and ministered to hurting pastors and wives
- Led the establishment of a cooperative missions ministry in our community called ‘Serve One Weekend’ (SOW)
- Started the process of replanting a dying church as a campus of Tabernacle in a neighboring town
- Cooperated with IBSA to lead six IBSA pastors on their first international mission experience
- Elected and currently serving as the Illinois Baptist State Association’s Vice-President
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church
01.2013 - 07.2019
- Established a missions partnership in Guatemala that has put 50 first-time missionaries on the ground in 5 years and has been a catalyst for 5 other Baptist churches to be involved in Short-Term International Missions
- Led the church in revitalizing dated facilities
- Led the church to hire multiple ministry staff
- Established Community Group ministry of which 80% of new members are a part
- Have seen a 75% increase in Sunday morning attendance
- Currently over 25% of adults are involved in an intentional-relational discipleship process
- Led church to partner with IBSA in the Everyone Hears pilot program to reach every person in a 4-mile radius of our church with the Gospel
Adjunct Professor of Christian Ministry and Biblical Studies
Mid-Continent University
01.2011 - 01.2015
Pastor
New Bethel Baptist Church
01.2010 - 01.2013
Pastor
Kirksey Baptist Church
01.2007 - 01.2008
Education
Master of Arts - Religion, Evangelism and Church Planting Concentration
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary
Lynchburg, VABachelor of Science - Biblical Studies, Theology & Social Studies
Mid-Continent Baptist Bible College
Mayfield, KYSkills
- Preaching Excellence
- Fostering Discipleship
- Leadership Development
- Compassionate Shepherding
- Vision Casting
- Catalyzing Missions
Missions Involvement
- 2009, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, Construction Team Member/Evangelism
- 2011, Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, Construction Team Member/Evangelism
- 2012, Tionk Essil, Senegal, West Africa, Lead Member to the unengaged Jola-Guisilay people
- 2014-present, Guatemala, 16 trips, Partnered with local church to plant churches and undergird the ministry of First Baptist Church of Coatepeque, Established the Coatepeque Pastoral Institute for indigenous pastors, led seve Illinois pastors on their first mission trip through IBSA.
Family
Carlton Binkley Age 45, Married 17 years
Wife: Jenny, 44
Bachelor's of Science in Elementary Education, Murray State University
Stay at home mother
Children: Emma (15), Haddon (13), Oliver and Ella (5)
References
- Ken Whitten, National Director of Pastoral Leadership, North American Mission Board, 1(813) 789-3525
- Scott Foshie, Health Team Leader, Illinois Baptist State Association, 1(217) 836-0835
- Ricky Cunningham, Senior Pastor, Hardin Baptist Church, Hardin, KY, 1(270) 227-8484
- Tim Rhodus, Refocus Team Leader, Illinois Baptist State Assciation, 1(217) 415-3366
Timeline
Lead Pastor of Preaching, Vision, and Missions
Tabernacle Baptist Church
07.2019 - 08.2024
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church
01.2013 - 07.2019
Adjunct Professor of Christian Ministry and Biblical Studies
Mid-Continent University
01.2011 - 01.2015
Pastor
New Bethel Baptist Church
01.2010 - 01.2013
Pastor
Kirksey Baptist Church
01.2007 - 01.2008
Master of Arts - Religion, Evangelism and Church Planting Concentration
Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Science - Biblical Studies, Theology & Social Studies
Mid-Continent Baptist Bible College
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