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Don Banks

Monroe,LA

Summary

Dynamic Associate Pastor with a proven track record at Greater Realness Cathedral, adept in spiritual instruction and public speaking. Excelled in enhancing community outreach and worship experiences, fostering a culture of musical excellence, and spearheading youth mentorship programs. Demonstrated organizational leadership and effective communication, significantly increasing congregation engagement and community service participation.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Pastor

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.2020 - 12.2024
  • Improved outreach efforts through coordinating community events and volunteer opportunities for church members.
  • Nurtured a culture of musical excellence within the worship team through regular feedback sessions and goal-setting exercises.
  • Collaborated with pastoral staff to provide a seamless worship experience for the congregation.
  • Ensured proper maintenance of audio/visual equipment used during services while staying current on technological advancements.
  • Managed weekly rehearsal schedules, optimizing musicians'' time commitment while maintaining high-quality performance standards.
  • Contributed to budget planning and resource allocation decisions, enabling efficient use of church funds for worship-related expenses.
  • Expanded repertoire of worship songs by researching new music trends, addressing diverse preferences within the congregation.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Oversaw financial stewardship initiatives such as tithing campaigns which resulted in increased giving from churchgoers.
  • Delivered dynamic sermons that effectively communicated biblical truths while addressing contemporary issues faced by today''s Christians.

Campus Minister

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.2015 - 12.2020
  • Utilized effective communication channels such as newsletters, social media platforms, or websites to keep the campus community informed about ministry events and programs.
  • Enhanced student learning experiences by incorporating relevant cultural context into Bible studies and discussions.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness regularly by gathering feedback from participants and implementing improvements as needed.
  • Fostered a supportive and inclusive campus environment by organizing regular community-building events and activities.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, staff, and faculty to provide spiritual guidance and mentorship.

FCA President

Louisiana Tech University
01.2012 - 12.2014
  • Led weekly group discussion of coaches and athletes into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church. (Approximately 100 in attendance weekly)
  • Provided direction for staff for FCA leadership team and managed on a weekly basis.
  • Provided weekly support to athletes who desired to know more about Christianity, prayer, and those who wanted a deeper relationship with Jesus.
  • Followed instructions from coaches to execute consistent and effective results.
  • Balanced academic commitments with athletic pursuits, maintaining a high GPA while excelling in sports activities.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills as a team captain, motivating teammates and fostering a supportive environment.

Youth Leader

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.2007 - 12.2009
  • Mentored and coached youth in developing communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Assisted youth in recognizing strengths and weaknesses, and guided development of personal and professional goals.
  • Led workshops on leadership skills, equipping young people with tools for success in various life situations.
  • Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative, and poised team members.
  • Delivered engaging presentations on topics relevant to adolescent development and leadership skills.

Church Percussionist

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.1998 - 12.2008
  • Incorporated electronic percussion elements to broaden sonic possibilities and explore innovative performance techniques.
  • Assisted in organizing concerts or recitals, handling logistics such as scheduling, promotion, and stage setup for seamless execution of events.
  • Performed as percussionist and drummer for diverse events.
  • Developed personalized practice routines to improve technical proficiency and overall musicianship.
  • Mentored junior drummers, providing guidance on technique improvement and career development opportunities.
  • Organized drum clinics and workshops for aspiring musicians, sharing knowledge of drumming techniques and industry insights.
  • Collaborated with band members to compose original songs that showcased unique drum patterns and rhythms.

Education

Master of Arts - Christian Apologetics

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, La
12-2013

Skills

  • Ordained Elder with the Assemblies of God Denomination
  • Biblically based
  • Preaching
  • Spiritual instruction
  • Small group facilitation
  • Organizational leadership
  • Sermon preparation
  • Youth ministry
  • Officiating
  • Mission-oriented
  • Effective communication
  • Public speaking
  • Fundraising expertise
  • Ministry evaluation
  • Pastoral collaboration

Timeline

Associate Pastor

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.2020 - 12.2024

Campus Minister

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.2015 - 12.2020

FCA President

Louisiana Tech University
01.2012 - 12.2014

Youth Leader

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.2007 - 12.2009

Church Percussionist

Greater Realness Cathedral
01.1998 - 12.2008

Master of Arts - Christian Apologetics

Liberty University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Louisiana Tech University

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