Kent Braswell
Ariton,AL
Summary
Dedicated to guiding individuals toward a deeper understanding of the gospel, scripture, and its relevance in daily life. Leveraging extensive experience and education to effectively teach God’s Word, inspiring others to embrace faith in Christ and actively participate in the mission of making disciples. Committed to fostering a supportive community where spiritual growth thrives and transformative connections are made. Passionate about empowering individuals to live out their purpose through faith-based teachings and mentorship.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastor
Rocky Head Baptist Church
11.2024 - Current
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Supervised staff leading education, youth, music, and older adult ministry programs.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Worked with stewardship to promote responsible biblical stewardship.
Interim Pastor
County Line Baptist Church
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
Director of Students Ministries
East Liberty Baptist Association
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Leader for any Youth events for the association
- Plans DNOW w/ Bro. Dale Wood (Director of Missions)
- Part of the Missions Development Committee
Student Pastor
Fairview Baptist Church
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Taught Sunday School for 6th – 12th grade
- Led Discipleship Training for 6th – 12th grade
- Led Worship, and prepares and taught life application lessons on Wednesday nights
- Responsible for all Youth Ministry Events – camps (Fuge - Summer), retreats (DNOW/ Back to School), conferences (Strength to Stand - Winter)
- Led the Student Ministry Committee of Adults AND Students
- Started first Student Leadership Committee (students only)
- Part of Community Outreach Program in church
- Filled in as Worship Leader (music and preaching) when called on
- Started, built, and kept up church website
- Responsible for Social Media for Student Ministry
- Responsible for all Service Live-Streams
Interim Pastor
Fairview Baptist Church
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Led church in the study of God’s Word every Sunday morning and Sunday evening while searching for Pastor for our church
- Led church through the COVID – 19 period through online Worship and Bible Study
Contemporary Worship Leader
Beulah Baptist Church
06.2018 - 04.2019
- Led Music for 8:30 Contemporary Worship service each week
- Led team of instrumentalists and vocalists
- Led rehearsals and Bible studies for worship team
- Used Planning Center and Music Stand for communication and music
- Used and knowledgeable in ProPresenter software
- Used Prime software for backing tracks and pad use on songs
Youth Minister
Beulah Baptist Church
12.2014 - 04.2019
- Taught Sunday School for 7th – 12th grade
- Taught Discipleship Training for 7th – 12th grade
- Led crowd breaker games, Worship, and prepared and taught life application lessons on Wednesday nights
- Started first youth Praise Team
- Responsible for all Youth Ministry Events – camps (Fuge Camps - Summer), retreats (DNOW/ Back to School), conferences (Strength to Stand - Winter)
- Led a Student Ministry Committee of Adults AND Students
- Started first Student Leadership Committee (students only)
- Part of Community Outreach Program in church
- Filled in as Worship Music Leader and Adult Choir Leader on occasion
- Started, built, and kept up first church website
- In charge of Social Media for Student Ministry
- Director of Vacation Bible School
- Filled in for Pastor when he was out or on vacation, both Sunday morning and evening services
General Manager
Marco's Pizza
02.2015 - 10.2015
- Managed Day to Day operations
- Trained new employees
- Ordered inventory
- Managed some marketing within the local schools
- Counted and deposited money
- Gave great customer service while staying within company rules and guidelines
Manager
Zaxby's
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managed Day to Day operations
- Trained new employees
- Maintained cleanliness of property
- Ordered inventory
- Hired new employees
- Handled customer complaints
- Made schedules
Collections Manager
CNAC/ JD Byrider
05.2012 - 12.2013
- Managed $1.5 million in accounts
- Made collection calls
- Repoed vehicles
- Took payments
- Underwriter
- Bought Cars at Auction
Education
Master of Arts - Religion - Discipleship and Church Ministry
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - History, Minor in Biblical Studies
Point University
West Point, GA05.2020
Skills
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Management Skills
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Spiritual leadership
- Spiritual teaching
- Inspirational leadership
- Officiating
- Preaching
- Discipleship
Timeline
Pastor
Rocky Head Baptist Church
11.2024 - Current
Interim Pastor
County Line Baptist Church
08.2023 - 07.2024
Interim Pastor
Fairview Baptist Church
12.2019 - 06.2020
Student Pastor
Fairview Baptist Church
05.2019 - 07.2021
Contemporary Worship Leader
Beulah Baptist Church
06.2018 - 04.2019
Director of Students Ministries
East Liberty Baptist Association
01.2018 - 12.2021
General Manager
Marco's Pizza
02.2015 - 10.2015
Youth Minister
Beulah Baptist Church
12.2014 - 04.2019
Manager
Zaxby's
01.2014 - 01.2015
Collections Manager
CNAC/ JD Byrider
05.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - History, Minor in Biblical Studies
Point University
Master of Arts - Religion - Discipleship and Church Ministry
Liberty University