Dedicated pastor with extensive experience in community engagement, spiritual leadership, and event coordination. Proven ability to foster spiritual growth and enhance congregational support through effective communication and pastoral care.
Overview
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Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Evergreen A.M.E. Zion Church
Delco, North Carolina
10.2024 - Current
Lead weekly worship services, fostering community engagement and spiritual growth.
Deliver sermons based on scripture, encouraging reflection and personal development.
Provide pastoral care through counseling, visitations and support for congregants in need.
Coordinate church events, promoting fellowship and collaboration among members.
Pastor
Price Cathedral A.M.E. Zion Church
Wilmington, NC
10.2019 - 10.2024
Led weekly worship services, fostering community engagement and spiritual growth.
Provided pastoral care through counseling and support, enhancing spiritual well-being of congregants.
Implemented weekly team meetings to coordinate activities, increasing engagement across all age groups.
Secured $12,000 grant for People of Color mental health initiatives, expanding support services for the community.
Pastor
St. John A.M.E. Zion Church
Wilson, North Carolina
10.2015 - 10.2017
Led weekly worship services, enhancing community engagement and promoting spiritual growth.
Provided pastoral care through counseling and support, addressing emotional and spiritual needs of congregants.
Implemented and taught Special Needs Sunday School and Vacation Bible School classes, creating inclusive learning environments.
Developed a financial reporting system for the Wilson District.
Pastor
St. Mark A.M.E. Zion Church
Whiteville, North Carolina
10.2009 - 10.2015
Provided pastoral care through counseling and support, enhancing spiritual well-being of congregants in need.
Led weekly worship services, fostering community engagement and spiritual growth.
Initiated monthly discussions on racial reconciliation and partnered with the Presbyterian Church to implement Circles of Hope for single parents in poverty.
Pastor
Johnson Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church
Leland, North Carolina
02.2007 - 10.2009
Led weekly worship services, fostering community engagement and spiritual growth.
Provided pastoral care through counseling and support for congregants in need.
Grew congregation by twenty-three members through targeted outreach efforts.
Launched youth ministries, including step team in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Developed youth and children’s Bible study and Sunday School classes to enhance spiritual education.
Implemented a summer day camp for youth and children.
Education
D.Min. - Ministry
Duke Divinity School
Durham, NC
05-2021
M.Div. - Divinity
Hood Theological Seminary
Salisbury
04-2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry And Engineering
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA
04-1991
High School Diploma -
Benjamin E. Mays Academy
Atlanta, GA
06-1984
Skills
scriptural instruction
pastoral care
spiritual leadership
preaching
community engagement
community outreach
event coordination
Volunteer management
Church administration
Administration skills
Leadership building
Public speaking
effective communication
Community service
Certification
Licensed deacon and elder in the A.M.E. Zion Church
Licensed NC real estate agent
Accomplishments
2016, Hood Theological Seminary Student Recognition Faculty Award recipient.
1991, the Atlanta University Center chapter of National Society of Black Engineers created an annual award and scholarship bearing her name, “The Charlrean Batten Leadership Award.”