Cecil And Macaella Ayers
Wilson,NC
Summary
I am an accomplished Student Pastor with more than eight years of experience in cultivating and shepherding student ministries. By God's strength and favor, I have helped foster success and growth in student ministries across multiple locations. I have successfully provided discipleship, pastoral care, coordinated large-scale events, and preached to students weekly at our local church. I am passionate about contributing to spiritual formation and disciple-making efforts. I am excited to bring spiritual leadership, along with skills in graphic design, media coordination, and organizational leadership to Sanford Church.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Pastor
Farmington Heights Church
Wilson, NC
05.2021 - Current
- Currently Serving as Chairman of the Eastern North Carolina Youth & Discipleship Board.
- Serving as creative chair for youth camp.
- Managed budgeted funds efficiently, consistently staying within allocated funds.
- Led successful community outreach campaigns, increasing visibility of the church''s mission within the broader community context.
- Improved volunteer engagement by providing leadership training and support.
- Provided guidance to families navigating challenging situations, offering compassionate counsel rooted in biblical principles.
- Coordinate district events under the supervision of the ENC Youth & Discipleship director.
- Mentor leaders within the congregation; cultivating their talents for future ministry roles.
- Manage various social media platforms for greater outreach to the student community.
- Photographer for various events; digitally editing photos to enhance appearance.
Student Pastor
Thorn Church Of God
Thorn, MS
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Served as District Youth Pastor, coordinating events for our district.
- Managed budgeted funds effectively, ensuring fiscal responsibility in all program areas.
- Edited video, audio, still imagery and motion graphics for creative church projects during Covid-19.
- Strengthened relationships among church members with consistent communication and follow-up.
- Utilized multiple platforms to expand reach and audience engagement during live broadcasts.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Student Pastor
Family Life Church
Archer, FL
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Evaluated existing ministry programs regularly to identify areas of improvement an expansion opportunities.
- Created social media content highlighting events leading up-to-the event.
- Increased congregation size by developing outreach strategies and organizing special events.
Student Pastor
Chelsea Church Of God
Chelsea, AL
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Graphic design and social media coordinator.
- Led successful community outreach campaigns, increasing visibility of the church's mission within the broader community context.
- Boosted audience engagement through innovative use of social media platforms.
- Launched church livestream services.
- Utilized multiple platforms to expand reach and audience engagement during live broadcasts.
- Increased congregation size by developing outreach strategies and organizing special events.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Education
Ordained Bishop
Church of God
Cleveland, TN04.2024
Ordained Minister
Church of God
Cleveland, TN11.2019
Ministerial Internship Program
Church of God
Cleveland, TN02.2019
Exhorter
Church of God
Cleveland, TN10.2017
Ministry Leadership
Lead Institute
Lakeland, FL07.2017
High School Diploma -
J.H. Rose High School
Greenville, NC06.2012
Skills
- Discipleship Training
- Pastoral Care
- Organizational Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Staff Leadership
- Volunteer Management
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Design
- Web Design
- Video Editing
- Event Planning
- Event Marketing
- Logistics Management
- Video Production
Timeline
Student Pastor
Farmington Heights Church
05.2021 - Current
Student Pastor
Thorn Church Of God
11.2019 - 05.2021
Student Pastor
Family Life Church
08.2018 - 11.2019
Student Pastor
Chelsea Church Of God
07.2017 - 08.2018
Ordained Bishop
Church of God
Ordained Minister
Church of God
Ministerial Internship Program
Church of God
Exhorter
Church of God
Ministry Leadership
Lead Institute
High School Diploma -
J.H. Rose High School
References
Bishop Brett Seals
Eastern North Carolina Youth and Discipleship Director
518-338-6577
Pastor Daylon Mooneyham
Farmington Heights Church
252-406-0490
Pastor Anthony Dean
Thorn Church of God
601-382-6237