Elijah Tester
Springfield,MO
Summary
Passionate about Serving God, creating environments where people can find hope and encouragement in Jesus. Started and led small groups for youth and college-age men. Started and taught a young adults Sunday school. Currently serving at High Street Church as a Pastoral and Young Adults Resident as He works to inspire others to follow the teaching of Jesus as outlined in the Bible. Elijah is an extrovert who can build relationships with anyone and is eager to serve God in vocational ministry.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastoral Resident
High Street Church
Springfield, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Created original sermons based on Biblical texts that addressed contemporary issues facing society today.
- Organized and facilitated outreach events for the community at large.
- Discipled young men in group and individual settings
- Conducted weekly Bible studies and led small groups discussions on topics related to faith.
- Supervised interns who were interested in gaining hands-on experience within a church setting.
Youth and Young Adults Intern
High Street Church
Springfield, MO
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported various program activities, assisting with administrative tasks.
- Supported senior staff members in the completion of complex projects within deadlines.
- Led teams and meetings
Building Caretaker
High Street Church
Springfield, MO
08.2023 - Current
- Organize and set up large events and gatherings
- Keeping the Church building presentable and void of distractions
- Multitasking and managing time and volunteers well
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Ministry Studies
Evangel University
Springfield, MO07-2025
Certificate - Applied Ministry
High Street Church
Springfield06-2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO07-2023
Skills
- Small Group Facilitation
- Sermon Preparation
- Social Media Engagement
- Biblical Knowledge
- Event Organization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Decision-Making
- Team Building
- Public Speaking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pastoral Resident
High Street Church
08.2023 - Current
Building Caretaker
High Street Church
08.2023 - Current
Youth and Young Adults Intern
High Street Church
05.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Ministry Studies
Evangel University
Certificate - Applied Ministry
High Street Church
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
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