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Jason E. Ridgeway

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Passionate Evangelist. Specialize in public speaking, community outreach, and content development. Excel in communication, empathy, and leadership to effectively engage with diverse audiences and inspire action. Committed to spreading meaningful messages and fostering strong community connections. Spoken at Gospel Meetings, College Events, Youth Rallies, Polishing the Pulpit, WVSOP Lectures, FSOP Lectures. Participated in 12 mission trips to Costa Rica. Been on several domestic mission trips.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructor

Florida School of Preaching
Lakeland , FL
01.2020 - Current
  • Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
  • Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
  • Taught Romans, The Prison Epistles, World Religions, and Church History - The Restoration Movement.
  • Spoke at the Florida School of Preaching Lectures in 2022 and 2024.

Board Member

Georgia Bible Camp
Valdosta, GA
05.2019 - Current
  • Conducted regular board meetings.
  • Reviewed financial statements and monitored organizational performance against budgets.
  • Developed each year, the Bible Class curriculum along with other Board Members.
  • Directed a week of camp.
  • Helped raise funds for the camp.

Evangelist

Wesconnett Church of Christ
Jacksonville, FL
02.2019 - Current
  • Maintained an active presence on social media platforms for evangelism purposes.
  • Assisted in coordinating volunteer programs for members of the congregation.
  • Recruited volunteers from diverse backgrounds to help reach different demographics.
  • Prepared sermon outlines and lesson plans for weekly worship services.
  • Supported existing ministries by providing resources and assistance when needed.
  • Carried out church mission by teaching Bible classes, writing sermons, and working with the eldership.
  • Visited, counseled, and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Met with individuals in hospitals, rehabs centers, and nursing homes, offering comfort and support.
  • Officiated weddings and led funeral services for church members.

Minister

Tenth and Vine Church of Christ
Ironton, OH
03.2013 - 06.2018

Minister

Canal Church of Christ
Waverly, OH
01.2010 - 01.2013

Campus / Pulpit Minister

Rio Grande Church of Christ
Rio Grande , OH
10.2000 - 12.2009
  • Prepared and delivered sermons to the congregation on a weekly basis.
  • Started a Campus Ministry at the University of Rio Grande.
  • Held weekly Bible Studies on campus. We started with seven attending, and by the end of the first year, we had over 20. By the end of the third year, 30 students were attending the Bible Studies.
  • Ten students were baptized during the ministry. One student went on to the West Virginia School of Preaching.
  • Counseled individuals in need of spiritual guidance.
  • Conducted outreach programs to bring new members into the church.
  • Developed plans for religious education classes for children and adults.
  • Planned special events such as retreats and mission trips for members of the congregation.

Accountant

Ohio Valley Bank
Gallipolis, OH
01.2007 - 11.2009
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify discrepancies or trends.
  • Developed accurate budget forecasts and monitored actual performance against budgets.
  • Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
  • Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
  • Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Researched complex transactions and identified potential issues.

Minister

Church Of Christ
Caldwell, OH
09.1997 - 08.2000

Minister

Church of Christ
Proctor, WV
02.1995 - 08.1997

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
Rio Grande, OH
05-2006

Certificate of Bible Study -

West Virginia School of Preaching
Moundsville, WV
08-1996

Some College (No Degree) - Studying toward a Masters of Divinity

Freed-Hardeman University
Henderson, TN

Skills

  • Strong leadership
  • Social media expertise
  • Counseling
  • Leadership Development
  • Problem-Solving
  • Reliability
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Written Communication
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Community Service
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Mission Planning
  • Sermon Preparation
  • Relationship Building
  • Community Outreach
  • Grief counseling
  • Preparing weekly sermons
  • Teaching
  • Effective Communication
  • Biblical Knowledge
  • Mission-oriented
  • Preaching

Timeline

Instructor

Florida School of Preaching
01.2020 - Current

Board Member

Georgia Bible Camp
05.2019 - Current

Evangelist

Wesconnett Church of Christ
02.2019 - Current

Minister

Tenth and Vine Church of Christ
03.2013 - 06.2018

Minister

Canal Church of Christ
01.2010 - 01.2013

Accountant

Ohio Valley Bank
01.2007 - 11.2009

Campus / Pulpit Minister

Rio Grande Church of Christ
10.2000 - 12.2009

Minister

Church Of Christ
09.1997 - 08.2000

Minister

Church of Christ
02.1995 - 08.1997

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College

Certificate of Bible Study -

West Virginia School of Preaching

Some College (No Degree) - Studying toward a Masters of Divinity

Freed-Hardeman University

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