Enrico Basso
Colonia,NJ
Summary
Dynamic and theologically grounded pastor with over a decade of ministry experience, specializing in leading, teaching, and fostering spiritual formation within a large, multi-staff church environment for the past five years. Renowned for clear, expository preaching that emphasizes biblical truth, authentic community, and spiritual maturity. Proven track record in developing effective ministry systems, mentoring emerging leaders, and cultivating a healthy team culture. Deeply committed to empowering the local church to thrive through faithful exposition, compassionate pastoral care, and strategic leadership that advances a gospel-centered mission.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastoral Staff
Calvary Chapel Old Bridge
06.2022 - Current
Associate Pastor
- Weekly Sunday Night Teaching
- Co-Overseer of Ministries Including but not limited to Biblical Counseling
- 2+ hours a week on average, premarital, marital, individual
Addiction and Recovery Ministries
- Multiple site locations at other churches and recovery centers
Discipleship Home Groups
- Home Group includes the overseeing of 8 person leadership team, 20+ Groups encompassing 250+ members.
Adult Education Curriculum and Development
- Monthly teaching
- Coordinating with new believers
- Evangelism outreach
- Intern Program Overseer
Training and Development Coordinator
- Develop Pastoral track and training
- Develop leadership track and training
Vacation Bible School
- Over 800 total people involved, including a leadership team of 12, 500+ kids, over 100+ teens and volunteers
National Radio Host & Guest
01.2022 - Current
- The Bridge Radio – Bridge Bible Talk
Member
Union County Baptist Church
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Organizing and overseeing program for two days in education and recreational settings Ages ranging from 3-14 years old. Managing and working with volunteers of 10+ members
- Various Ministry and Pastoral Involvement including but not limited to
- Teaching
- Curriculum review
- Evangelism
- Counseling
- Vacation Bible School Founder
Social Studies Teacher: AP Government & Politics
Westfield High School
01.2014 - 01.2022
- New Staff Institute Leadership Team
- Assistant Golf Coach
Student Teacher
Arthur L. Johnson High School
01.2013
Education
THM, Master of Theology - General Studies
Dallas Theological Seminary
Dallas, TX05-2028
Master of Theological Studies - Church History
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2015
Bachelors of Science in Education - Secondary Education - History
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2013
Associates Degree - Communications
Union County College
Union, NJ05.2010
Skills
- Pastoral counseling
- Teaching bible studies
- Training teachers
- Organizational leadership
- Spiritual leadership
- Discipleship training
- Effective communication
- Collaborative group engagement
- Leadership training
ACADEMIC RECOGNITIONS/ HONORS
Academic Honors Dean’s List Fall 2010, 2011, 2012 Spring 2011, 2012, 2013, Recognition for Dean’s List every semester at Kean University 2013, Summa Cum Laude 2013, Lambda Alpha Sigma: Honor Society of Kean University 2012, Kappa Delta Pi: International Honor Society in Education 2012, Phi Alpha Theta: Historical Honors Society 2012, History Panel Speaker: Kean University Research Day 2013, Student Representative Kean History Department: Grade Grievance 2012, Student Representative Kean History Department: ARTP 2012-2013, Helen Combe 23’ Memorial Teaching Scholarship Recipient 2012
Timeline
Pastoral Staff
Calvary Chapel Old Bridge
06.2022 - Current
National Radio Host & Guest
01.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher: AP Government & Politics
Westfield High School
01.2014 - 01.2022
Student Teacher
Arthur L. Johnson High School
01.2013
Member
Union County Baptist Church
01.2011 - 01.2020
Master of Theological Studies - Church History
Liberty University
Bachelors of Science in Education - Secondary Education - History
Kean University
THM, Master of Theology - General Studies
Dallas Theological Seminary
Associates Degree - Communications
Union County College