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Jeffrey Lewis

Jeffrey Lewis

Ordained Clergy Professional
Atlanta,GA

Summary

Mission-driven Clergy Professional with more than 20 years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environment. Successful in overseeing community services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and accomplished in developing and shepherding new and existing church members.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Adjutant/Armor Bearer

Various Churches
01.1989 - 03.2024
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Pastoral Care & the Sacraments Pastor

Grace Church International
01.2010 - 05.2015

Provide visitation to membership who are hospitalized. If unavailable, help to coordinate with other staff to do so.


Provide visitation to membership who are homebound and in retirement communities.


Assist the Deacons in learning their roles as ministers of care within our church ministry.


Give pastoral staff updates and supervision pastoral care matter.


Support related ministries within our church through advice, counsel, and administrative support as necessary.


Assist the Senior Leadership in developing an appropriate, effective pastoral care ministry for congregation and community at large. This would involve creating a philosophy and structure, as well as coordinating pastoral care ministry, but not doing all the pastoral care him/herself.


Assist the staff and laity in the development and implementation of small groups of care (such as grief support, etc.).


Provide occasional support/input/sounding board for current staff in dealing with church members’ health/family crises or other pastoral care matters.


Responsible for the care and preparation of all Holy Ordinances for our church. This includes Holy Communion, Foot Washing, Times of Consecration, and Water Baptism.


Participate in the preaching/teaching rotation and participate in worship as available.

Youth & Young Adult Pastor

Grace Church International
01.2006 - 01.2010

To discern, develop, plan, and provide leadership for the middle school, high school, and young adult ministry in keeping with the mission and vision of the Charge.


Work in consultation with the senior pastor to discern short and long-range goals for ministry, based upon the needs of those who are already a part of the ministry and those who are not yet here.


Build up this ministry based upon a foundation of a relationship with Jesus Christ and relationship with youth, their parents, and young adults.


Ensure that the youth and young adult ministry balance worship, devotion, mission, and justice.


Follow the Great Commission (Matthew 28:16-20) by reaching out to un-churched youth and young adults in our community, including equipping young people to do so.


Work with youth ministry volunteers as a team, and equip additional leaders.


Oversee publicity and communication for the youth ministry, congregation, and community.


Participated in the preaching/teaching rotation as requested.

Church Administrator/Executive Office Manager

Church Of Christ Of The Apostolic Faith (CCAF)
07.1991 - 02.1995

Participated in managing the church's day-to-day operations, including budget management, financial reporting, and facilities management.


Supervise and manage church staff, including administrative personnel, maintenance staff, and volunteers.


Participated in planning and coordination of events and activities, including worship services, meetings, and special events.


Maintain accurate records and files related to church operations, including financial records, membership records, and building maintenance records.


Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including tax laws and building codes.


Work with the church leadership team to develop and implement policies and procedures to enhance church operations and promote growth.

Education

No Degree - Certified Career Coach

Paradigm360
Charlotte, NC
04.2021

No Degree - Soteriology & Church Leadership

Karl F. Smith Bible College
Columbus, OH
08.1990

Skills

  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Highly organized
  • Computer-savvy
  • Personable
  • Flexible
  • Dedicated
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Strong problem solver
  • Resourceful
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Fast learning

Timeline

Pastoral Care & the Sacraments Pastor

Grace Church International
01.2010 - 05.2015

Youth & Young Adult Pastor

Grace Church International
01.2006 - 01.2010

Church Administrator/Executive Office Manager

Church Of Christ Of The Apostolic Faith (CCAF)
07.1991 - 02.1995

Executive Adjutant/Armor Bearer

Various Churches
01.1989 - 03.2024

No Degree - Certified Career Coach

Paradigm360

No Degree - Soteriology & Church Leadership

Karl F. Smith Bible College
Jeffrey LewisOrdained Clergy Professional