James Akindude
Houston,TX
Summary
Seasoned professional with achievements in providing spiritual leadership to individuals of diverse backgrounds. Highly adept in preparing sermons, leading worship services and providing pastoral care and counseling. Skilled in directing day-to-day operations when developing programs to grow ministry and outreach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Herbal Healing Ministires
Houston, XT
06.2021 - Current
- Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
- Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday services.
- Mentored new pastors and provided pastoral care when needed.
- Assisted with administrative tasks related to church operations such as managing budgets, scheduling staff meetings.
- Conducted periodic reviews of church policies and procedures to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
- Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
Assosiate Pastor
Empower Outreach ministires
Houston, TX
07.2018 - 11.2021
- 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.
- Organized weekly services that included scripture readings, sermons, prayers and music.
- Conducted baptisms, weddings and funerals in accordance with religious practices.
- 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.
- Preached sermons based on biblical passages or themes chosen by senior pastors.
- Collaborated with staff to plan worship services, special events and outreach initiatives.
Pastoral Intern
clestial church stafford
Houston, TX
07.2009 - 07.2012
- Conducted weekly Bible studies with church members and visitors.
- Assisted in developing Sunday morning sermons and other worship services.
- Provided spiritual counseling to individuals and families.
Education
MBA - Divinity
St Catherine College
Springfield, KY06-2014
Skills
- Discipleship
- Staff Leadership
- Inspirational leadership
- Mission-oriented
- Preparing weekly sermons
- Preaching
Timeline
Pastor
Herbal Healing Ministires
06.2021 - Current
Assosiate Pastor
Empower Outreach ministires
07.2018 - 11.2021
Pastoral Intern
clestial church stafford
07.2009 - 07.2012
MBA - Divinity
St Catherine College