Donald Dennis Calder
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Committed follower of Jesus with a passion for the local church. Progressive thinker with a theologically conservative mindset. Dedicated to culturally relevant, life-changing ministry. High capacity servant leader who thrives in a fast- paced, changing environment.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Intentional Interim Pastor
North Broadway Baptist Church
Tillsonburg, Ontario
09.2021 - 07.2024
- Attendance in 2021: 60
- Attendance in 2024: 300
- Led community outreach programs to support local families and individuals in need.
- Provided spiritual counseling to individuals seeking guidance and support.
- Mentored junior staff and lay leaders in ministry practices and leadership skills.
- Fostered a welcoming environment through effective communication and relationship-building activities.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Worked with church leaders, staff and ministry teams to achieve growth of church and to foster positive community impact.
- Participated in ministerial conferences and other professional development opportunities.
- Hosted and led a weekly small group in my home.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
Lead Pastor
Temple Baptist Church
Sarnia, Ontario
09.2016 - 06.2020
- Attendance in 2016: 600
- Attendance in 2020: 900
- Led weekly worship services, engaging the congregation to be fully committed followers of Jesus.
- Developed community outreach programs, fostering relationships with local organizations, and residents.
- Facilitated church meetings, guiding discussions on vision, mission, and community needs.
- Managed church operations.
- Collaborated with the leadership team to strategize long-term goals for church development initiatives.
- Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
- Conducted special services like baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Led a building campaign to completely upgrade the facilities. No debt, paid in full.
- Coordinated with other churches in the area for joint ministry opportunities.
- Collaborated with the worship director to plan services and special events.
- Managed the budgeting process to ensure the financial stability of the church's operations.
- Assisted with social media.
Associate Pastor
StoneRidge Fellowship Baptist Church
Lower Sackville, NS
01.1999 - 01.2015
- Attendance in 1999: 325
- Attendance in 2015: 800
Associate Pastor
Perry Hall Baptist Church
Perry Hall, MD
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Attendance in 1995: 300
- Attendance in 1999: 600
Youth Pastor
Faith Bible Church
Sterling, VA
01.1989 - 01.1994
- Attendance in 1989: 350
- Attendance in 1994: 700
Education
Master of Divinity -
Capital Bible Seminary
Lanham, MD01-1989
Bachelor of Arts - Bible
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH01-1986
Diploma of Biblical Studies -
Word of Life Bible Institute
Pottersville, NY01-1983
Skills
- Leadership and communication
- Relationship building
- Visionary thinking
- Creative problem-solving
Leadership Roles
- Leadership Team, Sarnia Evangelical Fellowship
- Board Member, Halifax Christian Academy
- President, Fellowship Baptist Atlantic
- Vice President, Fellowship Baptist Atlantic
- National Council Member, Fellowship of Evangelical Baptist Churches
Professional Development
- Vanderbloemen – One Year of Lead Pastor Coaching, Houston, TX
- Orange Conferences
- Innovative Church Conference, Granger, IN
- Leadership Village
- The Global Leadership Summit, 2006-Present
- SEEDS Conference, Tulsa, OK
Timeline
Intentional Interim Pastor
North Broadway Baptist Church
09.2021 - 07.2024
Lead Pastor
Temple Baptist Church
09.2016 - 06.2020
Associate Pastor
StoneRidge Fellowship Baptist Church
01.1999 - 01.2015
Associate Pastor
Perry Hall Baptist Church
01.1995 - 01.1999
Youth Pastor
Faith Bible Church
01.1989 - 01.1994
Master of Divinity -
Capital Bible Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Bible
Cedarville University
Diploma of Biblical Studies -
Word of Life Bible Institute