David Powers
Manor,TX
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Associate Pastor with a proven track record at North Austin Christian Church, excelling in preaching and spiritual cultivation. Skilled in Spanish communication, I empowered diverse communities through mission trips and outreach, fostering deep connections and guiding individuals toward faith. Committed to impactful ministry and community engagement.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Pastor
North Austin Christian Church
- Assisted in organizing and executing mission trips, leading to a stronger sense of purpose among participants.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Organized spiritual aspect of food pantry by praying with and encouraging people who came to get food pantry to follow Christ.
- Preached and provided spiritual care for member of Spanish ministry.
Sunday School Teacher
Eternal Faith Baptist Church
01.2021 - Current
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Employed variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials to provide for creative teachings, helping Spanish speaking members to grow spiritually.
- Helped recently arrived immigrants from all over the world navigate their new culture in a manner consistent with Christ's teachings.
- Performed baptisms, baby dedications, weddings and helped members to a conversion to Christ.
International Missionary
SBC International Mission Board
01.2013 - 11.2016
- Provided humanitarian aid through a NGO during natural disasters by coordinating relief efforts with local partners, distributing supplies to rebuild homes, bridges, and other sites.
- Empowered women by teaching them English and providing business ownership opportunities.
- Taught English to law enforcement officers and national leaders.
- Main focus was bringing water from springs to nearby villages. While working on such projects we stayed with local villagers and shared the gospel with them.
Interim, Associate and Youth Pastor
First Baptist Church of Jonestown (Church on the Hill)
01.2008 - 01.2013
- As Youth Pastor I built lasting relationships with youth and parents. Took youth on international mission trips and local outreach. Walked youth through age appropriate Bible studies.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- As Associate and Interim Pastor I preached sermons on regular basis, helped with AWANAs and VBS, helped church members through life events, promoted outreach events in the community, and baptized new believers.
- Helped church through a time when membership was dwindling after Senior Pastor retired but remained in the area which caused some challenges.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Madison, WIMaster of Arts - Divinity
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TXSkills
- Biblically based
- Preaching
- Spiritual instruction
- Spiritual cultivation
- Conduct religious ceremonies
- Proficient in Spanish communication Basic proficiency in Dari
Timeline
Sunday School Teacher
Eternal Faith Baptist Church
01.2021 - Current
International Missionary
SBC International Mission Board
01.2013 - 11.2016
Interim, Associate and Youth Pastor
First Baptist Church of Jonestown (Church on the Hill)
01.2008 - 01.2013
Associate Pastor
North Austin Christian Church
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Master of Arts - Divinity
Wayland Baptist University
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