Johnny Smith
Summary
Dedicated Associate Minister with a robust background in pastoral leadership and spiritual guidance. Delivers impactful sermons and provides effective counseling while fostering community outreach initiatives. Organizes church events that enhance relationships within the congregation and strengthen ties to the local community.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate Minister
Kingdom Enforcers Worship Center
Montgomery
02.2011 - Current
- Led worship services, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Provided pastoral care, offering support and guidance to church members.
- Developed sermon content, ensuring alignment with church mission and values.
- Prepared weekly sermons for Sunday services.
- Administered sacraments including baptism, confirmation, marriage ceremonies and funerals.
- Mentored volunteers, fostering leadership skills and enhancing collaboration within the team.
- Coordinated outreach programs, increasing community engagement and expanding service opportunities.
- Collaborated with church leadership, aligning strategies to fulfill ministry goals.
- Met regularly with church leadership team to discuss current goals and progress towards achieving them.
- Facilitated small group discussions regarding Biblical topics during weekly meetings.
- Conducted visits to hospitals, nursing homes and other locations to provide spiritual guidance.
- Counseled individuals on personal issues related to faith and life challenges.
- Promoted Christian values through public speaking engagements at local schools and organizations.
- Planned special ceremonies, services and events in coordination with families and individuals.
- Participated in developing long-term strategies for expanding ministry initiatives.
- Collaborated with church staff to plan outreach projects in the local community.
- Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to church, including managing daily operations, developing and administering annual budget and promoting compassionate pastoral care to members and public.
- Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
- Organized special events, reinforcing church unity and encouraging fellowship among members.
- Gathered church members to aid community emergency or crisis response.
- Increased awareness of youth ministry's impact on congregation.
- Participated in fundraising to support congregational activities.
- Gathered church members to aid community emergency or crisis response.
- Increased awareness of youth ministry's impact on congregation.
Deacon
Touch of Love Ministry
Montgomery
05.2005 - 02.2011
- Delivered engaging sermons to inspire congregation and promote spiritual growth.
- Created meaningful worship experiences through music selection and sermon preparation.
- Managed worship services, including music selection and service flow planning.
- Led Bible study sessions to deepen understanding of scripture among members.
- Provided pastoral care and counseling to individuals facing personal challenges.
- Facilitated community outreach programs to support local needs and enhance fellowship.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for church initiatives, ensuring effective participation.
- Collaborated with ministry staff to develop strategic goals for church programs.
- Participated in community service projects with local organizations.
Education
Masters of Greek And Hebrew - Greek And Hebrew
Touch of Love Theological Institute Accredited
Montgomery , AL 05.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Biblical Studies - Biblical Studies
Touch of Love Theological Institute Accredited
Montgomery , AL 05.2007 - 08.2008
Associate in Christian Counseling - Christian Counseling
Touch of Love Theological Institute Accredited
Montgomery , AL 05.2005 - 08.2006
Skills
- Sermon development
- Sermon preparation
- Biblical studies
- Theological studies
- Pastoral care
- Spiritual guidance
- Interpersonal counseling
- Marriage enrichment
- Youth ministry
- Community outreach
- Congregational engagement
- Event coordination
- Team collaboration
- Youth ministry
Timeline
Associate Minister
Kingdom Enforcers Worship Center
02.2011 - Current
Masters of Greek And Hebrew - Greek And Hebrew
Touch of Love Theological Institute Accredited
05.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Biblical Studies - Biblical Studies
Touch of Love Theological Institute Accredited
05.2007 - 08.2008
Deacon
Touch of Love Ministry
05.2005 - 02.2011
Associate in Christian Counseling - Christian Counseling
Touch of Love Theological Institute Accredited
05.2005 - 08.2006