Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Pastoral Emphases
Timeline
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James Brignac

Saint Augustine,FL

Summary

Dynamic church leader with a proven track record at Waypoint Church, excelling in preaching and leadership development. Successfully established governance structures and trained elders, fostering a vibrant community. Adept in discipleship and pastoral care, I am committed to empowering others and cultivating spiritual growth within the congregation.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Church Planter / Lead Pastor

Waypoint Church
Ponte Vedra, Florida
2018 - Current
  • Founded and led church, establishing vision and mission while overseeing preaching and leadership development.
  • Trained initial set of elders in theological formation and practical leadership within Presbyterian polity.
  • Developed New Member Class and Elder and Deacon Training Program to promote healthy systems.

Church Planting Apprentice

Waypoint Church
Ponte Vedra, FL
2016 - 2018
  • Collaborated with church planter to support preaching, teaching, outreach, and core group development for church planting preparation.

Assistant Pastor of Youth and Families

First Presbyterian Church
Yazoo City, MS
2014 - 2016
  • Directed diverse aspects of Youth Ministry, emphasizing pastoral care for youth and families.
  • Facilitated weekly Bible studies to deepen spiritual engagement.
  • Coordinated logistics for trips and retreats, ensuring successful execution.
  • Oversaw budget management to maintain financial accountability.
  • Delivered weekly sermons at church's evening service, enhancing community connection.

Education

BA - History

Louisiana State University (LSU)
Baton Rouge, LA
11-2014

Ordained -

Mississippi Valley Presbytery
11-2014

Ordained -

Mississippi Valley Presbytery
11-2014

MDiv -

Reformed Theological Seminary
Jackson, MS
05-2014

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Reformed Theological Seminary
Jackson, MS
05-2014

Skills

  • Preaching
  • Leadership development
  • Discipleship
  • Pastoral care

Pastoral Emphases

  • Identifying, developing, and discipling new leaders within the local church
  • Faithful exposition of the whole counsel of God, regularly alternating between Old and New Testament preaching
  • Intentional pastoral care and shepherding of Christ's flock

Timeline

Church Planter / Lead Pastor

Waypoint Church
2018 - Current

Church Planting Apprentice

Waypoint Church
2016 - 2018

Assistant Pastor of Youth and Families

First Presbyterian Church
2014 - 2016

BA - History

Louisiana State University (LSU)

Ordained -

Mississippi Valley Presbytery

Ordained -

Mississippi Valley Presbytery

MDiv -

Reformed Theological Seminary

Master of Arts - Marriage And Family Therapy

Reformed Theological Seminary