Dexter B. Lamar
Gray,GA
Summary
Visionary leader with a rich background as CEO & Founder at Greater High Hope Christian Center International and Lamar Ministries Int., adept in spiritual and administrative oversight. Excelled in enhancing community service programs and fostering church growth. Skilled in public speaking and social perceptiveness, demonstrating exceptional collaboration and leadership. Achieved significant advancements in pastoral care and church administration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO & Founder
Greater High Hope Christian Center International
11.1999 - Current
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Podcast/YouTube/Facebook Every Sunday and Thursday
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Senior Pastor
New Macedonia Baptist Church
04.2012 - 06.2017
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Coordinated and facilitated retreats for spiritual growth and development.
- Developed and implemented pastoral care programs for members in need of emotional and spiritual support.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, pastoral care, and older adult ministry programs.
Senior Pastor
Glenwood Springs Baptist Church
01.1998 - 11.1999
Senior Pastor
Brown Chapel Community Church
01.1997 - 07.1999
Senior Pastor
Mt. Olive Baptist Church
08.1995 - 01.1997
Truancy Officer & Alternative School Parapro.
Wilkinson County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 06.2021
- Developed exceptional time management, relationship building, and organizational skills from working in busy school setting.
- Maintained accurate records of all absences, truancy issues, and disciplinary actions.
- Called parents and guardians to inquire about late or truant students.
- Made appropriate file information updates and system upgrades.
- Composed correspondence to internal and external parties as requested.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
Education
Certified Counselor
California Institute of Integral Studies
California High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
Macon, GA06-1989
Skills
- Spiritual and Inspirational leadership
- Pastoral counseling
- Spiritual instruction
- Sermon writing
- Organizational Leadership building
- Grief counseling
- Public and Seminar Speaking
- Congregational care
- Preaching
- Preparing weekly sermons
- Motivational Speaker
- Goal setting
Military Experience
- U.S. Military Army Training
(1992)
Ft. Jackson, S.C.
- M.O.S. 31 Kilo Combat Communication
- AIT Training Communication
(March 1993-August 1993):
Ft. Gordon, Augusta, GA
- Radio Operations
(1993-1994)
Wurzberg, Germany
- 3rd Infantry Computer Tech
(1994-1995):
Ft. Dix, New Jersey
Accomplishments
Bibb County Rec. Department (1998-2005)
Jones County Rec. Department (2005-2012)
AAU Coach: Georgia Military College (2012-2014)
Wilkinson County MS Championship (2015)
Wilkinson County MS: Asst. Coach (2015-2016)
AAU Couch: Macon Bucs (2015-2017)
Sports Announcer: Wilkinson County HS (2015-2020)
Wilkinson County Interim MS Head Coach (2016-2017)
Wilkinson County Asst. Varsity Coach (2016-2017)
Wilkinson County JV Head Coach (2017-2021)
Wilkinson County HS Semi-Final (2019)
Wilkinson County HS State Qtr. Finals (2020)
Mid-Town HS Asst. Varsity Coach (2022-2023)
Timeline
Truancy Officer & Alternative School Parapro.
Wilkinson County Board Of Education
08.2015 - 06.2021
Senior Pastor
New Macedonia Baptist Church
04.2012 - 06.2017
CEO & Founder
Greater High Hope Christian Center International
11.1999 - Current
Senior Pastor
Glenwood Springs Baptist Church
01.1998 - 11.1999
Senior Pastor
Brown Chapel Community Church
01.1997 - 07.1999
Senior Pastor
Mt. Olive Baptist Church
08.1995 - 01.1997
Certified Counselor
California Institute of Integral Studies
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
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