Donnie Hatcher
Crestview,FL
Summary
A faithful and dedicated pastoral leader with 30 years of ministry experience, committed to finishing well and leading with integrity. A passionate follower of Jesus, striving to model grace, love, and forgiveness in every relationship—whether as a husband, father, or pastor. Skilled in leadership centered on building up, inspiring, and discipling others through life-giving relationships. An accomplished communicator with a passion for preaching, teaching, and equipping others for spiritual growth, and world change.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Pastor
Manna Church West Florida
Niceville, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Serve on Executive Leadership Team alongside Lead Pastor and Executive Directors, contributing to strategic planning and church-wide initiatives.
- Oversee all aspects of Small Groups Ministry, including recruiting, training, and developing Coordinators and Coaches to provide pastoral care and leadership to group leaders.
- Manage Growth Track programs (FirstStep, NextStep, LeaderStep) to guide new attendees toward membership, serving, and spiritual growth; responsible for teaching, follow-up, and assimilation strategy.
- Lead Welcome Team/Connections Team operations, guest follow-up, and placement of new members into Small Groups, SERVE Teams, and outreach opportunities.
- Direct Sunday Guest Services teams, including Parking, VIP, Hosts, Coffee, and Hospitality; ensure welcoming and engaging environments for guests and members.
- Supervise Family Life Director, including oversight of Manna Kids, Manna Students, and other next-generation ministries.
- Organize and lead churchwide events such as Baptisms, Child Dedications, and Freedom Weekends; manage related budgets and resources.
- Create and manage digital content for print, video, and social media in collaboration with the Creative Team.
- Utilize Planning Center Groups and data tools for group management, communication, and reporting.
- Played a key role in church growth efforts, contributing to an increase in weekly average attendance from 300 to over 500 and the successful launch of a second worship service.
- Led Growth Track initiatives resulting in over 100 people completing the process annually, consistently connecting them into serving and discipleship pathways.
- Sunday Morning Responsibilities:
- Host worship services as needed, including Communion, Child Dedications, and Military Prayer.
- Preach an average of 13 Sundays per year.
- Teach Growth Track classes and provide on-site leadership for all Guest Services operations.
Lead Pastor / Church Planter
Renovate Life Church
Crofton, MD
01.2013 - 01.2022
- Founded and launched Renovate Life Church, providing vision, leadership, and oversight for all ministry operations.
- Preached weekly, led baptisms, child dedications, weddings, and funerals; facilitated small groups and discipleship environments.
- Led Board of Elders and Board of Trustees in governance, financial management, and mission alignment.
- Supervised church staff and a large volunteer team; fostered leadership development and team culture.
- Oversaw budgeting, strategic planning, and implementation of scalable systems for growth.
- Provided pastoral counseling and conflict resolution for individuals, couples, and families.
- Organized large-scale community outreach events and churchwide initiatives.
- Created digital media content using Apple Motion and Final Cut Pro X for online engagement, worship streaming, and social media.
- Led church to grow from launch to 200+ members with an average weekly attendance of 150 through focused outreach and discipleship strategies.
Family Pastor
The Church at Severn Run
Severn, MD
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Preached rotationally; led baptisms, weddings, and funerals.
- Directed a volunteer team of 75+ in family and children’s ministries (K–5 through 6th grade).
- Mentored Student Pastor; developed discipleship programs and leader pipelines.
- Managed budgets and organized large community outreach events.
- Provided marriage and family counseling, conflict resolution, and pastoral care.
- Planned weekly worship services, community projects, and churchwide events.
- Designed creative media: logos, stage designs, videos, online content, and promotional materials.
- Played a key role in church growth from 500 to over 800 in weekly attendance, leading to the addition of a third worship service.
Discipleship Pastor
New Hope Baptist Church
Dequincy, LA
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Preached on a rotational basis, led small groups, and launched an Upward Sports soccer league with 150 participants.
Associate and Student Pastor
First Baptist Church
Benbrook, TX
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Preached 6–8 Sundays per year; led youth ministry for grades 7–12; organized discipleship and small group ministries.
Student Pastor
West Mobile Baptist Church
Mobile, AL
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Led youth ministry for grades 6–12, preached 3–6 Sundays annually, and led student discipleship retreats, camps, and mission trips.
Student Pastor
First Baptist Church
Dawes, AL
01.1996 - 01.1998
- Led youth ministry for grades 7–12; organized discipleship retreats, camps, and multiple mission trips to Reynosa, Mexico serving Casa Hogar Corazon Grande orphanage.
Education
Master of Divinity - Theology
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Religion, Minor in Sociology
University of Mobile
Mobile, AL01.2000
Skills
- Preaching and teaching
- Leadership development and mentoring
- Small group discipleship
- Team building and volunteer management
- Strategic planning and administration
- Pastoral care and counseling
- Event planning and community outreach
- Social media strategy and content creation
- Video editing and livestreaming
- Digital ministry and online engagement
- Graphic design and promotional materials
Certification
- License. 1995. First Baptist Church. Dawes, AL
- Ordination. 1998. West Mobile Baptist Church. Mobile, AL
- Ordination. 2013. Renovate Life Church. Crofton, MD
- Ordination. 2023. Manna Church West Florida. Niceville, FL
Timeline
Associate Pastor
Manna Church West Florida
01.2023 - Current
Lead Pastor / Church Planter
Renovate Life Church
01.2013 - 01.2022
Family Pastor
The Church at Severn Run
01.2008 - 01.2012
Discipleship Pastor
New Hope Baptist Church
01.2005 - 01.2008
Associate and Student Pastor
First Baptist Church
01.2002 - 01.2005
Student Pastor
West Mobile Baptist Church
01.1998 - 01.2002
Student Pastor
First Baptist Church
01.1996 - 01.1998
Master of Divinity - Theology
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Religion, Minor in Sociology
University of Mobile
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