Chris Lynch
Greer,SC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated assistant pastor with over 15 years in pastoral care and 20 in youth ministry. Experienced in effective event planning, leadership development, and enhancing the spiritual growth of the church, particularly the youth. Eager to leverage skills and experience to develop future youth leaders.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Pastor
Cornerstone Baptist Church
Greenville, SC
07.2010 - Current
- Facilitated weekly worship services, enhancing congregational engagement and spiritual growth.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs for children, fostering relationships within local neighborhoods.
- Provided pastoral care and counseling, including pre-marital and youth counseling.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for church fellowships and events.
- Developed an expansive and engaging youth ministry, featuring weekly teaching, monthly fellowships and activities, and periodic spiritually enriching trips, all while emphasizing church integration and parental equipping.
- Mentored youth leaders, promoting effective teaching methods and leadership skills within the ministry.
- Collaborated with senior pastor on strategic planning initiatives, including the initiation of a church-wide small group structure.
- Contributed to the planning and execution of bi-annual church retreats.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked closely with other church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
Product Sales Manager
The Wilds Christian Association
Taylors, SC
09.2006 - 06.2011
Education
Master of Arts - Church History
Bob Jones Seminary
Greenville, SC05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Youth Ministries
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05-2006
Skills
- Pastoral care and counseling
- Discipleship training
- Teaching Bible studies
- Sermon preparation
- Youth ministry and discipleship
- Facility management
- Event and fellowship planning
Timeline
Assistant Pastor
Cornerstone Baptist Church
07.2010 - Current
Product Sales Manager
The Wilds Christian Association
09.2006 - 06.2011
Master of Arts - Church History
Bob Jones Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Youth Ministries
Bob Jones University