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JOSEPH (JAY) DENNIS
LAKELAND,FLORIDA
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in church ministry, including co-founding City Central Church. As President of Wingman Nation Ministries, I authored 13 books and developed impactful resources for men's ministries. Proven ability to drive growth and foster community engagement, leveraging strong communication and leadership skills to inspire congregations.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
FOUNDING PASTOR
CITY CENTRAL CHURCH
01.2022 - Current
I co-founded City Central Church, a non-denominational church using the Baptist Faith and Message as our theological basis.
President
Wingman Nation Ministries
01.2018 - Current
I oversee the ministry that seeks to help churches start men's ministries along with writing podcasts, blogs, and materials
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church at the Mall
02.1996 - 05.2017
I oversaw the purchasing and moving of the church to the old Lakeland Mall and led the church to multifaceted ministries and locations.
Senior Pastor
Orchard Hills Baptist Church
05.1991 - 02.1996
Education
Doctor of Ministry - Church Growth
Fuller Theological Seminary
Pasadena, CA05-1994
Master of Arts - Master of Divinity
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX05-1985
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR06-1981
Skills
Author of 13 books
Past President Florida Baptist Convention (2000)
Past Vice President State Board of Missions (1999)
Past Present of Pastors Conference, Florida Baptist Convention (1998)
Interests
Timeline
FOUNDING PASTOR
CITY CENTRAL CHURCH
01.2022 - Current
President
Wingman Nation Ministries
01.2018 - Current
Senior Pastor
First Baptist Church at the Mall
02.1996 - 05.2017
Senior Pastor
Orchard Hills Baptist Church
05.1991 - 02.1996
Doctor of Ministry - Church Growth
Fuller Theological Seminary
Master of Arts - Master of Divinity
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Religion
Ouachita Baptist University
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