Christopher C. McGill Jr.
Fredericksburg,VA
Summary
Compassionate Senior Pastor with extensive experience in delivering spiritual leadership and pastoral care to diverse congregations. Skilled in sermon preparation, worship leadership, and community outreach. Proven ability to develop programs that enhance ministry growth and engagement. Strong leadership and communication skills foster connections that inspire and support congregational needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
CHASS - Culpeper Housing and Shelter Service
Culpeper, Virginia
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared board reports, meeting agendas, and executive communications for CHASS.
- Supported budget tracking, spending plans, and financial reviews for Culpeper Housing and Shelter Service.
- Directed CHASS housing and shelter program staff and daily operations.
- Prepared board reports, meeting agendas, and executive communications for CHASS.
- Supported fundraising efforts, donor outreach, and grant proposal development.
- Built relationships with board members, donors, sponsors, partners, and community leaders.
- Reviewed and approved annual operating and capital budgets for company.
- Wrote and submitted grant applications for Department of Housing and Community Development funding, including VHSP, HTF, PSH, and ESO reimbursement support.
- Directed mission-based programs supporting eviction prevention, rapid re-housing, and emergency shelter services.
- Operated and supervised 24-hour year-round family shelter with 25 beds serving public.
- Managed CHASS annual operating budget of over $1 million.
- Attended monthly meetings with CoC and local planning groups to share updates and support collaboration for higher-risk households.
- Oversaw two for-profit properties at Ann Wingfield and Parkside Apartments, reviewed operating costs, income, staffing, and affordable housing needs with property managers.
- Coordinated oversight of two CHASS-owned homes on East Chandler Street, worked with contracted property management, tracked rent, completed inspections, and kept case managers in contact with residents and clients.
- Oversaw 88+ properties held by agency through quarterly meetings with contracted property management group.
- Met with town and city council to review point-in-time count findings and discuss community homelessness response within current budget.
- Led monthly case conference meetings with case managers from local planning agencies, DSS, and domestic violence shelter to review by-name list and HMIS data across Culpeper, Madison, Orange, Fauquier, and Rappahannock counties.
- Brought strong experience serving low-income and at-risk populations along with leadership skills that supported positive culture among staff, board, community partners, public, and stakeholders.
- Partnered with board of directors to build and carry out strategic vision for organization with commitment to social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in programs and policies.
- Oversaw budgets, spending plans, and financial review for Culpeper Housing and Shelter Service.
SENIOR PASTOR
Grace Baptist Community Church Org
Madison and Fredericksburg, VA
09.2012 - Current
- Conducted pastoral care visits, providing support and guidance through prayer and counseling for church members and families.
- Preached weekly sermons and taught Scripture for worship services at Grace Baptist Community Church.
- Managed discipleship programs fostering spiritual growth and development among church members, supporting evangelism and outreach efforts within community church mission.
- Mentored ministry staff and equipped volunteers for faithful service and teaching.
- Guided church leadership meetings and helped shape ministry direction and policy.
- Developed a strategic plan to ensure that the program is self-sustaining by managing property valued over $700 thousand and having an annual operating budget over $175,000.
- Compile extensive reports for investors, community leaders and board of trustees on program progress and need areas. Conduct needs-based assessments of community members and formulate a plan to address their concerns by connecting individuals and families to community resources.
- Maintained confidential documentation of assessments and treatment goals to monitor progress. Provide counseling to individuals, groups and families based on their identified needs utilizing a strength-based approach.
- Planned and organized large and small events, managing annual calendar for ongoing programs and special events. Oversaw missions, volunteer personnel, and programs, preparing evaluative and performance reports to identify strengths and challenges.
- Facilitated ongoing organizational preparedness and leadership. Provided weekly guidance and counseling to individuals and groups. Designed and evaluated processes to comply with doctrinal policy and non-profit regulations.
- Coordinate services and administrative demands. Facilitate leadership and board meetings to ensure that the strategic plan needs are being implemented. Monitor in-kind donations and monetary giving. Create budget, quarterly reports, annual reports and expense reports for the organization.
- Oversaw ministry teams, volunteers, and service planning across Grace Baptist Community Church programs.
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS Mobility Mentoring and Case Management
Thurman Brisben Center
Fredericksburg, VA
06.2020 - 09.2023
- The Director of Programs for Case Management and Mobility Mentoring ("MM") planned, scheduled, implemented, supervised, evaluated, and reported on the MM programs along with extracting the best candidates for Mobility Mentoring through Case Management, while staying in accordance with the policies and standards set by Em-Path Mobility Mentoring and the Thurman Brisben Center ("TBC").
- Contributed to strategic planning and budget development for MM program, while managing daily client assessments and caseloads.
- Oversaw a diverse caseload of clients, ensuring their needs were met through tailored support and resources. of over 20 clients, with weekly meetings that conducted assessments. Trained over 30 Mentors and assigned them to Mentees to work on the program of Mobility Mentoring.
- Implemented for intake and exits for the case management team while conducting intakes and discharging clients when assisting residents (clients) to become socially and economically self-sufficient (resolution of poverty and return to sustainable housing).
- Delivered and supplemented Mobility Mentoring curricula to train, support, and match mentors and mentees.
- Provided and conducted training for the direction and support of mentors and mentees and other program managers within the center. Collaborated with the Volunteer Coordinator to recruit, screen, train, and sustain volunteer mentors to accomplish program goals, objectives, and outcomes.
- Compiled and maintained reports on monthly, quarterly, and annual program outputs and outcomes; analyzed trends, identified issues, and recommended solutions for program improvement.
- Planned, supervised, and coached Mobility Mentoring training and mentor/mentee meetings. Conducted multiple leadership training team meetings for the program, once every month. Organized and maintained the filing system (MS OneDrive and Apricot), for the Mobility Mentoring program.
- Represented and presented TBC and the Mobility Mentoring program at community events in coordination with the event coordinator at TBC. Coordinate and communicate with TBC staff to distribute reporting information to appropriate teams and committees.
UNDERGRADUATE ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
Virginia Baptist College
Fredericksburg, VA
11.2017 - 06.2021
- Instructed college students in biblical studies and Christian doctrine at Virginia Baptist College.
- Delivered lectures and guided class discussions on theology, ministry, and Scripture.
- Conducted weekly lectures and designed curriculum, creating discussion assignments to build foundational understanding in subject matter. Administered mid-term and final exams and held daily office hours for student progress discussions.
- Designed course syllabi, lesson plans, and classroom materials for courses.
- Developed custom course syllabus outlining standards, material, grading, and progression for students.
- Provided weekly feedback to the students to challenge themselves to think critically and thoroughly about concepts and connections in course readings and material.
- Advised students on academic progress and course selection, providing guidance for effective ministry preparation.
- Participated in professional development to enhance teaching strategies and stay current with educational trends, collaborating in workshops and planning sessions for curriculum alignment with educational standards.
COMMUNITY SERVICER OFFICER
Charlottesville Police
Charlottesville, VA
05.2014 - 09.2017
- Protected recovered property under police department control and supported citizen services such as funeral escorts, traffic direction, crossing guard support, animal control, motorist assistance, first responder support, special event activity, and parking enforcement.
- Enforced traffic laws and taught citizens about parking rules to reduce violations.
- Completed investigations, wrote incident reports, attended court proceedings, and testified in court, maintained department records, and conducted background checks and fingerprinting.
- Controlled vehicle movement to minimize risks during accidents, events, and road closures
- Supported crime prevention outreach and community engagement activities
- Compiled and entered information into office and department forms, both manual and automated, and prepared concise report postings to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Secured property, vehicles, and scenes during police operations
LOGISTICS MANAGER
US Marine Corps Marathon
Quantico, VA
04.2009 - 05.2014
- Input supply data into automated management systems to maintain inventory and logistical requests. Managed fleet credit card for purchasing gas and minor repairs or service. Verified accuracy and accountability of government vehicle usage by all personnel.
- Reviewed, processed, and reconciled accounts for vendors and contractors, ensuring accuracy in inventory and logistics documentation while maintaining confidential purchasing and sponsorship records.
- Perform clerical and technical duties including creating compliance reports, filing data, and organizing requisitions and logs. Coordinate accounts payable, receivables functions, debt collection and write-offs. Receive, deliver, and maintain storage of tools and equipment. Operate forklift.
- Conducted safety inspections on government vehicles to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Managed vendor scheduling, delivery routes, and on-site supply distribution.
- Collaborated with event staff, volunteers, and public safety teams on logistics plans.
- Maintained communication with sponsors, contractors, and course operations personnel.
- Organized storage, tracking, and deployment of marathon supplies and assets.
- Reviewed logistics procedures and adjusted workflows for Marine Corps Marathon events.
- Managed day-to-day operations related to receiving, storing, packing, shipping merchandise.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Flat Run Church
Locust Grove, VA
04.2007 - 08.2012
- Supported quarterly and annual budget reports, expense reports, event planning, and annual calendar updates.
- Assisted with mission projects, volunteer coordination, and program support within organization.
- Maintained administrative tasks, event setup, and confidential assessment records and treatment goals for progress tracking.
- Helped develop seminars, training sessions, workshops, and curriculum for teaching; provided counseling sessions for church parishioners using treatment approaches matched to individual needs.
- Supported safety policy program for protection of children and volunteers, facilitated quarterly business meetings, and assisted leadership with budget tracking and resource planning.
- Assisted leadership with budget tracking and resource planning.
STORE DETECTIVE
US Marine Corps Exchange
Quantico, VA
01.2006 - 08.2009
- Controlled external thefts, apprehensions that took place on the military base. Provided physical security for all property and material within the jurisdictions.
- Documented incidents, accidents, and investigations within the exchange, while conducting camera surveillance across all departments.
- Maintained control and access to classified areas, applying knowledge of Marine Corps (ATF) gun records and standard word processing and database software.
- Assisted store teams with safety procedures and theft prevention awareness.
- Coordinated with military police and security staff during investigations.
- Responded quickly and professionally to emergency situations such as bomb threats, fires, medical emergencies.
- Reviewed surveillance footage to identify loss prevention concerns.
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Department of Commerce
Washington, DC
12.2002 - 12.2006
- Apprehended suspects and appeared as a witness at all stops and arrests on behalf of criminal/civil court proceedings involving acts of crime protected by the laws of the United States.
- Patrolled Department of Commerce facilities and secured sensitive government property
- Investigated suspicious activity and collected witness statements from employees and visitors.
- Responded to alarms, disturbances, and emergencies across Commerce office locations
- Enforced all regulations, instructions and directives pertaining to entry of facilities and suspicious persons or parties in immediate vicinity of the post. Maintained visual surveillance of all areas within sight of the post and inspected or provided direction to individuals and vehicles in the area.
- Monitored entry points and screened visitors for compliance with federal access rules
- Maintained vigilance to identify potential security breaches and deter unauthorized intrusion. Performed administrative duties including clerical tasks, filing, and data management.
Education
Master's - Biblical Studies (MBS)
Veritas Baptist College
Fredericksburg, VA05-2025
Master's - Ministry Counseling and Theology (M.Min)
Veritas Baptist College
Fredericksburg, VA05-2018
Bachelor of Ministry Degree - Communications and Pastoral Studies (B.Min)
Virginia Baptist College
Fredericksburg, VA05-2010
Associate Occupational Science and Criminal Justice Degree -
Gibbs College
Vienna, VA09-2004
Skills
- Doctrinal instruction
- Christian curriculum
- Discipleship development
- Biblical counseling
- Program assessment
- Community outreach
- Stewardship development
- Church management
- Nonprofit administration
- Budget administration
- Leadership training
- Organizational management
- Conflict management
- Analytical thinking
- Public presentation
- Interpersonal relations
Timeline
Executive Director
CHASS - Culpeper Housing and Shelter Service
07.2023 - Current
DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS Mobility Mentoring and Case Management
Thurman Brisben Center
06.2020 - 09.2023
UNDERGRADUATE ADJUNCT PROFESSOR
Virginia Baptist College
11.2017 - 06.2021
COMMUNITY SERVICER OFFICER
Charlottesville Police
05.2014 - 09.2017
SENIOR PASTOR
Grace Baptist Community Church Org
09.2012 - Current
LOGISTICS MANAGER
US Marine Corps Marathon
04.2009 - 05.2014
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Flat Run Church
04.2007 - 08.2012
STORE DETECTIVE
US Marine Corps Exchange
01.2006 - 08.2009
LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
Department of Commerce
12.2002 - 12.2006
Master's - Biblical Studies (MBS)
Veritas Baptist College
Master's - Ministry Counseling and Theology (M.Min)
Veritas Baptist College
Bachelor of Ministry Degree - Communications and Pastoral Studies (B.Min)
Virginia Baptist College
Associate Occupational Science and Criminal Justice Degree -
Gibbs College