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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
Family
Affiliations
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Justin Smith

Justin Smith

Apex,NC

Summary

Motivated to guiding followers of Christ in worship, evangelism, discipleship and service. Offering 20 years experience in various pastoral leadership roles with success in implementing mission, vision, and growth. Prepared to serve a community and church needing to be led to follow Christ. Also, able to serve bi-vocationally.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Manager

Triangle Mulch and Sod
Holly Springs, NC
05.2022 - Current
  • Spread mulch in flower beds to help retain moisture.
  • Applied fertilizers to promote healthy plant growth.
  • Removed debris from grounds using leaf blowers or rakes.
  • Seeded lawns with appropriate grass seed varieties for specific regions.
  • Eliminated undesirable weeds and pests by physically removing problems or applying chemicals.
  • Spread fertilizers over ground covers and plants to promote growth.
  • Laid sod according to plan and grade specifications, ensuring even distribution.
  • Installed and maintained turf to customer specifications, ensuring proper drainage and aesthetic appeal.

Interim Pastor

Corinth Church
Dunn, NC
06.2022 - 06.2024
  • Provided spiritual guidance and direction to church members.
  • Developed weekly sermons and delivered them during Sunday morning and Wednesday evening services.
  • Organized special events such as communion, baptisms, and funerals.
  • Visited, counseled and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Increased weekly attendees from the high 30s upon arrival to the mid 50s.
  • During our time at the church, we witnessed 10 baptisms, 8 salvations, and a unanimous vote to allocate 10% of regular offerings towards missions.

Professor, Bible

Southeastern College
Wendell, NC
08.2018 - 05.2022
  • Taught Introduction to Biblical Studies, an undergraduate course averaging 25 students per semester, covering the following topics: Observation, Investigation, and Application of Biblical texts
  • Developed tests, exam, and final project
  • Revised the syllabus to meet accreditation standards
  • Taught Personal Evangelism, an undergraduate course averaging 25 students per semester, covering the following topics: Theological, Practical, Relational, and Motivational aspects of Soul-Winning
  • Developed quizzes, tests, exam, and final project
  • Revised the syllabus to meet accreditation standards

Associate Pastor

Landmark Church
Cary, NC
06.2019 - 04.2022
  • Directed multiple small groups focused on areas like music ministry, discipleship training, community outreach events, and Life Groups.
  • Recruited volunteers to serve in various roles within the church organization.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, preparing reports and filing documents.
  • Assisted senior pastor at times with preaching and teaching.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.

Family Pastor

Faith Church
Goldsboro, NC
06.2006 - 06.2019
  • Led men's ministry, discipleship, family ministry, Sunday School, children's ministry, assisted in hospital care and visitation each week, outreach ministry
  • Recruited volunteers for various ministries within the church.
  • Managed social media accounts for the purpose of promoting upcoming events or services.
  • Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
  • Collaborated with staff and volunteers to administer pastoral care in times of celebration and grief.
  • Spearheaded community outreach programs.

Bible Teacher, Chapel, Baseball Coach

Faith Christian Academy
Goldsboro, NC
06.2006 - 06.2019
  • Taught various classes, spoke weekly to children ages 5-12 in Elementary Chapel, coached Varsity Baseball

Associate Pastor, Music & Youth Ministries

Landmark Church
Cary, NC
01.2004 - 06.2006
  • Led music ministry, youth ministry, hospital and visitation ministry, discipleship ministries

Education

Master of Arts - Religious Education- Biblical Studies

West Coast Baptist College
Lancaster, CA
05-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Theology

Southeastern Free Will Baptist College
Wendell, NC
05-2004

Skills

  • Preparing weekly sermons
  • Prayer leadership
  • Pastoral Care
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Goal Setting
  • Task Prioritization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Biblical stewardship
  • Family ministry leadership
  • Teaching
  • Missions oriented
  • Discipleship leader
  • Church growth strategies
  • Choral Conducting
  • Worship Leading
  • CDL - Class B Passenger Endorsement
  • Lawn Aeration
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Residential Landscaping
  • Mulching gardens
  • Weeding and edging
  • Sod Laying
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Tree and Shrub Planting
  • Lawn Care
  • Chemical Application

Certification

  • Ordination to Gospel Ministry, September 2004
  • Ordained Minister in the Randall Association of Free Will Baptists, 2019-present

Family

  • Married Amy on July 29, 2006
  • Amy and I have three boys: Jacob 14, Trenton 10, and Bennett 8
  • Amy is a part-time employee of Nutrition Plus and Hilltop Christian School.
  • Boys attend Hilltop Christian School in Fuquay Varina, NC

Affiliations

  • anything outdoors
  • Grilling out
  • Spending time with my family
  • fan of UNC, Dallas Cowboys and New York Yankees

Timeline

Interim Pastor

Corinth Church
06.2022 - 06.2024

Project Manager

Triangle Mulch and Sod
05.2022 - Current

Associate Pastor

Landmark Church
06.2019 - 04.2022

Professor, Bible

Southeastern College
08.2018 - 05.2022

Family Pastor

Faith Church
06.2006 - 06.2019

Bible Teacher, Chapel, Baseball Coach

Faith Christian Academy
06.2006 - 06.2019

Associate Pastor, Music & Youth Ministries

Landmark Church
01.2004 - 06.2006

Master of Arts - Religious Education- Biblical Studies

West Coast Baptist College

Bachelor of Arts - Pastoral Theology

Southeastern Free Will Baptist College

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