Lawrence Pollard
Summary
Experienced leader in youth and family ministry, skilled in Biblical understanding and guidance. Known for effective Biblical teaching and developing people in principles of discipleship and outreach.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
B1M1 Family Group Leader
Vision RDU
Raleigh
05.2026 - Current
- Facilitate weekly gatherings leading discussions around Pastor's sermons.
- Coordinate and send out prayer requests at least weekly.
- Coordinate food menu for weekly fellowship,
- Record birthdays for group participants and plan appropriate celebration.
- Plan and coordinate periodic fellowship events for group.
Youth Leader
Vision RDU
Raleigh
11.2025 - Current
- Develop engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of biblical principals and concepts and foster a positive learning environment for middle school and high school students.
- Engage with middle school and high school students in activities that build character and teach biblical values.
- Foster relationships with students and provide guidance on personal and spiritual issues.
Lead High School/Middle School Teacher
Christ Our King Community Church
Raleigh
01.2001 - 07.2025
- Develop engaging lesson plans to enhance understanding of biblical principles and concepts and foster a positive learning environment for middle and high school students.
- Engage with Middle and High school students in activities that build character and teach biblical values.
- Foster relationships with students and provide guidance on personal and spiritual issues.
Youth & Children's Ministry Director
Christ Our King Community Church
Raleigh
01.2002 - 12.2011
- Developed engaging curriculum for children's and youth education programs.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training initiatives to enhance ministry effectiveness.
- Implemented safe protocols to ensure a secure environment for children and youth.
- Organized community outreach events to promote family involvement in church activities.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional techniques and classroom management.
Volunteer College/University Leader & Mentor
The Impact Movement
Raleigh
09.2002 - 05.2008
- Engaged in activities with the specific purpose to train and mentor college students in Christian Leadership Development.
- Participated in training programs for college team members, fostering biblical teachings and evangelism.
- Participated in strategic initiatives to engage students in discipleship and outreach activities.
Teacher for Middle School Class
Elevation Missionary Baptist Church
Raleigh
03.1992 - 12.2000
- Develop engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of biblical principles and concepts and foster a positive learning environment for Middle School students.
- Foster relationships with students and provide guidance on personal and spiritual issues.
Singles Ministry President
Elevation Missionary Baptist Church
Raleigh
01.1994 - 12.1999
- Set vision and objectives for Singles Ministry.
- Engaged in initiatives that fostered spiritual growth and discipleship in the lives of single saints.
- Set a culture of dynamic fellowship through innovative gatherings and being a representative in a multi-church singles organization, Singles For Christ.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering/Applied Physics
Hampton University
Hampton, VA05-1989
Some College (No Degree) - Master's of Divinity
Shaw University
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Bible Understanding
- Bible Teaching
- Curriculum Development
- Verbal & Written Communication
- Event Coordination
- Volunteer Management
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Lesson Planning
- Community Outreach
Timeline
B1M1 Family Group Leader
Vision RDU
05.2026 - Current
Youth Leader
Vision RDU
11.2025 - Current
Volunteer College/University Leader & Mentor
The Impact Movement
09.2002 - 05.2008
Youth & Children's Ministry Director
Christ Our King Community Church
01.2002 - 12.2011
Lead High School/Middle School Teacher
Christ Our King Community Church
01.2001 - 07.2025
Singles Ministry President
Elevation Missionary Baptist Church
01.1994 - 12.1999
Teacher for Middle School Class
Elevation Missionary Baptist Church
03.1992 - 12.2000
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Engineering/Applied Physics
Hampton University
Some College (No Degree) - Master's of Divinity
Shaw University