Lane Griffin
Youth Minister / Teacher
Seminole,OK
Summary
Eager Youth Minister with commitment to increasing young people's involvement in the Christian faith. Successful at planning innovative events to cultivate welcoming youth community and develop comprehensive personal growth. Extensively knowledgeable about relating to young individuals and trained in leadership skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
High School Math Teacher
Seminole High School
08.2023 - Current
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Promoted a positive classroom environment by fostering respectful communication and encouraging teamwork among students.
- Managed student behavior in classroom and administered approved discipline to create classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem-solving to help students develop mathematical reasoning.
Youth Minister
FBC Asher
01.2021 - Current
- Established safe spaces where the youths could openly discuss their beliefs without fear of judgement or criticism.
- Communicated with parents and guardians about church policy, events and youth participation.
- Managed yearly budget for the youth ministry program, ensuring responsible allocation of resources for maximum impact.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and multimedia into ministry programs.
- Chaperoned students on field trips and other outdoor activities, monitoring behavior and safety.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Maintained social media presence to increase youth participation in Christ-focused activities and events.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Led weekly Bible study sessions, fostering a deeper understanding of scripture among participants.
Summer Intern
FBC Seminole
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Exercised leadership over multiple groups in the youth including discipleship-focused family groups at Falls Creek, Wednesday night gathering groups, and overseeing my own church's group during throughout the week of Super Summer
- Had the opportunity to learn, practice, and application of presenting a two-week sermon series to the youth on Wednesday nights at the beginning along with two other back-to-back sermons near the end
- Assisted in creative development of Falls Creek and Super Summer including projection/lighting along with set-up design.
Education
M.D. - MDiv
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Kansas City, MO 08.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy (Apologetics Emphasis) & Ministry (Student Emphasis)
Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK 08.2015 - 05.2019
Skills
Able to develop and present theologically-sound and Gospel centered sermons, small group material, and discussion group material while promoting an atmosphere of welcomed acceptance
Showcam Operation: seasoned in operation showcams for events such as OBU Chapels (paid), OBU award and show events (paid), Sunday services, and Super Summer weeks (paid)
ProPresenter: skilled in running lyrics and sermon slides; designing the slides and lyrics to look both presentable and professional Worked will building and operating slides for a plethora of events such as OBU Chapels (paid), Vacation Bible School, Falls Creek, Wednesday Nights, Choir Specials for services, Celebrate Recovery, and Sunday Mornings
Experience in multiple areas of technical equipment including:
Sunday night groups: 5 years
College-aged groups: 2 years
Super Summer groups: 7 years
Falls Creek groups: 8 years
Sunday School groups: 6 years
Seasoned in leading multiple groups throughout different seasons in the church including Sunday School lessons and discussion for college aged groups, Falls Creek discipleship-oriented family groups, Super Summer family groups, the college-aged Wednesday night groups, and Sunday night catechism groups
Led and organized groups for Super Summer, church activities, and Falls Creek
Experienced in building and presenting Sunday School lessons
Able to develop and present theologically-sound and Gospel centered sermons, small group material, and discussion group material while promoting an atmosphere of welcomed acceptance
Activities
- On Dean's Honor Roll at OBU five semesters.
- Outstanding Senior in Student Ministry for Hobbs College.
Coursework
- Vocation and Calling
- Student Ministry I
- Student Ministry II
- Student Discipleship
Timeline
High School Math Teacher
Seminole High School
08.2023 - Current
M.D. - MDiv
Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
08.2021 - 05.2024
Youth Minister
FBC Asher
01.2021 - Current
Summer Intern
FBC Seminole
05.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy (Apologetics Emphasis) & Ministry (Student Emphasis)
Oklahoma Baptist University
08.2015 - 05.2019