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Jacob Kennedy
Easley,SC
Summary
Passionate minister who is fortunate to provide Christian education and leadership to all members within the Fort Hill Presbyterian Church community. Successful in creating inspiring environments and encouraging individuals to grow and strengthen personal faith. Prepared to take next step as a minister within the Presbyterian church, furthering education through a time of intentional study, in order to grow into a better leader and serve as a resource for colleagues in the area of congregational leadership.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Pastor for Congregational Life
Fort Hill Presbyterian Church
01.2021 - Current
- Developed and implemented church-wide programs designed to increase spiritual growth and foster community engagement.
- Provided pastoral care for members of the congregation, including counseling, visitation and prayer.
- Facilitated youth ministry events such as retreats, camps, mission trips and service projects.
- Created Bible study materials for small group meetings, Sunday school classes and other educational activities.
- Recruited volunteers to serve in various roles within the church organization.
- Composed correspondence related to church business or pastoral matters.
Student Minister
The Brick Presbyterian Church
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided pastoral care for congregation members, including counseling, visitation and prayer.
- Organized weekly services that included scripture readings, sermons, prayers and music.
- Preached sermons based on biblical passages or themes chosen by senior pastors.
- Composed correspondence related to church business or pastoral matters.
Education
Masters of Divinity -
Princeton Theological Seminary
Princeton, NJ05.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Religion-Christian Education
Presbyterian College
Clinton, SC05.2018
Skills
- Preaching
- Inspirational Leadership
- Volunteer Management
- Effective Communication
- Mission-Oriented
- Leadership Development
- Event Organization
- Biblical Stewardship
- Staff Leadership
- Community Service
- Teaching
- Social and Religious Assistance
Accomplishments
- C. Frederick and Cleta Mathias Award for Worship and Pastoral Ministry issued by Princeton Theological Seminary May 2021
- Harvey S. Dent Christian Leadership Award issued by Presbyterian College May 2016
Certification
- Executive Certificate of Religious Fundraising issued by the Lake Institute on Faith and Giving at Indiana University. December 2023
Interests
Timeline
Associate Pastor for Congregational Life
Fort Hill Presbyterian Church
01.2021 - Current
Student Minister
The Brick Presbyterian Church
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Executive Certificate of Religious Fundraising issued by the Lake Institute on Faith and Giving at Indiana University. December 2023
Masters of Divinity -
Princeton Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Religion-Christian Education
Presbyterian College
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