Donald J. Bean
Diana
Summary
I am a Licensed and Ordained Minister with a strong background of preaching and pastoral care dedicated to fulfilling God's call through the preaching of the Gospel and equipping believers for ministry work. It has been my calling to lead with adaptability and unwavering dedication resulting in spiritual growth of my congregation and my community. I am married to Kristi Lyle Bean, my bride of 41 years. We have three grown and married children and six grandchildren.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Morton Baptist Church
09.2019 - Current
- Delivered relevant and engaging expository preaching to enhance congregational understanding.
- Directed and coordinated worship activities in collaboration with staff.
- Provided compassionate pastoral care and visitation services to foster spiritual well-being.
- Expanded ministerial team by recruiting and mentoring music and youth ministers, enhancing community outreach efforts.
- Provided guidance and support in pastoral and biblical counseling sessions. Facilitated discussions to address spiritual and emotional needs. Assisted individuals in developing coping strategies for personal challenges.
- Facilitated congregation's spiritual growth through impactful preaching, teaching, and community engagement initiatives.
- Guided church leaders and volunteers in cultivating leadership skills and enhancing teamwork dynamics.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Achieved successful worship services through effective planning and execution. Crafted engaging sermons and collaborated with church leaders to enhance church mission.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church
05.2001 - 08.2019
- Led congregation in spiritual growth through preaching, teaching, and community engagement.
- Developed and implemented outreach programs to increase community involvement and support.
- Mentored church leaders and volunteers, fostering leadership development and teamwork.
- Conducted pastoral counseling sessions, providing guidance and support for parishioners' needs.
- Oversaw church operations, ensuring alignment with mission and vision of Calvary Baptist Church.
Pastor
Sidney Baptist Church
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Responsible for preaching 2 sermons a week, and Mid-Week Prayer time and Bible Study.
- Shepherding through visitation and pastoral care.
- Increased Ministerial Staff of a Youth Minister
- Member of the Area Baptist Association - served as Moderator of the Comanche County Baptist Association.
Pastor
Comyn Baptist Church
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Responsible for preaching 2 sermons a week, and Mid-Week Prayer time and Bible Study.
- Shepherding through visitation and pastoral care.
- Member of the Area Baptist Association
Pastor
Bethel Baptist Mission
01.1993 - 01.1995
- Home Mission Board Pastor
- Responsible for preaching two services a week
- Ministering to the community in Bourg Louisiana
Music & Youth Minister
Salt Creek Baptist Church
01.1991 - 01.1993
- Served while attending Howard Payne University full-time
- Responsible for Worship Service and choir
- Youth Minister, Youth Sunday School
Education
Pastoral Ministry
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
New Orleans, Louisiana01.1995
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Practical Theology with a Minor in Music
Howard Payne University
Brownwood, Texas01.1993
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Lamar University, Technical School
Beaumont, Texas01.1984
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Beaumont Charlton Pollard High School
Beaumont, Texas01.1981
Skills
- Pastor and Preacher of Expository Sermons with relevant life application for over 35 years
- Encourage and equip people to serve Christ, His church and others
- Build quality relationships in the church and community
- Foster healthy church growth both spiritually and numerically
- Leading Ministry teams, developing Mentoring Teams and Committees to have a long range vision for the church
- Served as Moderator for three years of Greg Association - East Texas Baptist Network
- Facilitated in the Morton Baptist Disaster Relief Ministry assets donation of equipment given to benefit the ongoing Texas Baptist Mission Disaster Relief Organizations
- Led in the full recovery of church buildings and property after damages sustained from Hurricane Rita in 2005 and Hurricane Ike in 2008
- Served on the Executive Board of the Golden Triangle Baptist Network as it was restructured Chaired the Credentials Committee - specifically dealing with churches wanting to join the Network, working with different projects and committees
Timeline
Pastor
Morton Baptist Church
09.2019 - Current
Pastor
Calvary Baptist Church
05.2001 - 08.2019
Pastor
Sidney Baptist Church
01.1998 - 01.2001
Pastor
Comyn Baptist Church
01.1995 - 01.1998
Pastor
Bethel Baptist Mission
01.1993 - 01.1995
Music & Youth Minister
Salt Creek Baptist Church
01.1991 - 01.1993
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Practical Theology with a Minor in Music
Howard Payne University
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Lamar University, Technical School
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Beaumont Charlton Pollard High School
Pastoral Ministry
New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary