G. Scott Hager
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
To love, serve, and pastor the people of the North Cleveland Church of God so that we can reach the Cleveland, TN area, as well as the world, with the good news of Jesus Christ. I am convinced that the local church is the hope of the world. It is here that people are saved, sanctified, filled with the Holy Spirit, delivered from bondages, discipled, find purpose, and fellowship in this life.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
State Youth and Discipleship Director
Tennessee Church of God State Office
06.2021 - Current
- Worked with the State Youth Board and organized all of the State Ministries in the Youth and Discipleship Department. Youth Camp, Teen and Jr Talent, YWEA, and TYCLA.
- Assisted the State Overseer with pastoral changes, church organizations, and other duties.
- Worked with the State Office Staff where I organized all State Events: State Camp Meeting, Prayer Conference, Minister's Meeting, and West Tennessee Camp Meeting.
State Youth and Discipleship Director
South Carolina Church of God State Office
07.2016 - 06.2021
- Worked with the State Youth Board and organized all of the State Ministries in the Youth and Discipleship Department. Youth Camp, Teen and Jr Talent, Boy's Camp Out, Winter Camp, YWEA, and SCYLA.
- Assisted the State Overseer with pastoral changes, church organizations, and other duties.
- Worked with the State Office Staff where I organized all State Events: State Camp Meeting, Prayer Conference, Minister's Meeting, and Pee Dee Camp Meeting
District Overseer
North Walhalla Church Of God & SC State Office
01.2010 - 07.2016
- Direct oversight and care of 8 churches.
- Direct oversight and care of 15 ministers.
- Worked closely with the State Overseer to implement the vision and mission of the Church of God on the district.
Pastor
North Walhalla Church of God
10.2004 - 07.2016
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services tailored specifically towards their unique relational dynamics.
- Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Managed church operations, ensuring proper allocation of resources and budget management.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
- Organized successful fundraising events designed to support church missions locally as well as internationally.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Supported community development through organizing and leading outreach programs.
- Supervised associate pastors and staff leading education, youth, children, young adult, senior adult, pastoral care, as well as a thriving men's and women's ministry programs.
- Designed innovative worship experiences that integrated contemporary elements alongside traditional practices.
- Led renovation: successfully renovating or remodeling existing sanctuary, multipurpose facility and restroom facilities and classrooms.
- Distributed food and supplies to communities through mutual aid.
- Attracted new members to the congregation through effective marketing strategies such as social media campaigns, website updates, and targeted outreach efforts.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Baptized 283 new converts
- Church growth: Sunday Morning Worship average 35 regular attendees in 2004 to 450 regular attendees in 2016.
- Church Financial Growth: From $36,000 in 2004 to $700,000 in 2016.
- Reduced Church Debt from $350,000 in 2004 to being debt free in 2011.
Youth/Associate Pastor
Easley Church Of God
08.2001 - 10.2004
Evangelist
Church of God
07.1994 - 07.2001
Education
D.Min - Doctor of Ministry
Pentecostal Theological Seminary
Cleveland, TN05.2026
Master of Arts - Church Ministries
Pentecostal Theological Seminary
Cleveland, TN05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Education
Lee University
Cleveland, TN07.2001
Skills
- Preaching
- Verbal and written communication
- Operations Management
- Team Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Project Coordination
- Staff Management
- Budget Control
- Financial Reporting
- Facilities Management
- Pastoral Ministry
Certification
- Ordained Bishop, Church of God- 2006
- Ordained Minister, Church of God - 2002
- Exhorter, Church of God - 1999
Additional Information
Boards and Committees
- 2018-Present: Church of God International Youth and Discipleship Board
- 2018-Present: Smoky Mountain Winterfest Steering Committee
- 2016-2018: Sonfest Steering Committee
- 2012-2016: SC Church of God State Council: Budget Review Committee, Camp Ground Committee (Chairman), Home For Children Budget Committee, Care Committee
- 2008-2012: SC Church of God Youth and Discipleship Board: Chairman
- 2006-2008: SC Church of God Home for Children Board of Directors
- 2002-2006: SC Church of God Youth and Discipleship Board
Timeline
State Youth and Discipleship Director
Tennessee Church of God State Office
06.2021 - Current
State Youth and Discipleship Director
South Carolina Church of God State Office
07.2016 - 06.2021
District Overseer
North Walhalla Church Of God & SC State Office
01.2010 - 07.2016
Pastor
North Walhalla Church of God
10.2004 - 07.2016
Youth/Associate Pastor
Easley Church Of God
08.2001 - 10.2004
Evangelist
Church of God
07.1994 - 07.2001
D.Min - Doctor of Ministry
Pentecostal Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Church Ministries
Pentecostal Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Education
Lee University
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