Leon McKenzie
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Dedicated leader passionate about equipping students to transform lives and communities through innovative ministry. Nearly a decade of experience developing and teaching curriculum centered on biblical literacy, discipleship and leadership development. Produced a podcast series and framework for reimagening hospitality in local churches. Experienced in strategic planning and program development with a proven track record of mentorship. Committed to cultivating an inclusive learning environment where students grow in faith, character and calling. Motivated to serve the next generation of Christian leaders through teaching, research, and community engagement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pastor of Teaching and Preaching
Redeemer Community Church
Atlanta
01.2021 - Current
- In addition to continued responsibilities from associate role: Preaching more often and teaching weekly Bible studies
- Overseeing the development of teaching curriculum and espoused church doctrine.
Dean
Churches For the Sake of Others (ACNA.)
Franklin, TN
01.2020 - Current
- Assist with strategic planning and clergy development within the diocese
- Serve on the Bishop's Executive Advisory Board
- Assists the Bishop in overseeing churches of the East Region of our diocese.
Associate Pastor
Redeemer Community Church
Atlanta, GA
07.2017 - 01.2021
- Preached Sermons bi-weekly
- Created and facilitated systems of pastoral care including a curriculum for pre-marital counseling and system for formal church membership
- Founded the Brighter Day Counseling Clinic to provide low-cost professional mental health counseling to church and community members
- Oversaw the recruitment of volunteers from the church for regular participation in services and ministry efforts
- Organized and led an Outreach Committee to implement ministries reaching out to unchurched, inactive and new residents of the community
- Developed semi-annual preaching cohort of church members who were discerning a call to ministry.
Physical Education Teacher/Assistant Basketball Coach
Trinity Christian School
Sharpsburg, GA
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Taught PE courses; coached varsity and junior varsity basketball
- Mentored students and developed leadership skills through athletics.
Education
Doctor of Ministry in Semiotics, Church and Culture -
Portland Seminary
Portland, OR05.2024
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies -
Reformed Theological Seminary
Oviedo, FL12.2020
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministries -
Emmanuel College
Franklin Springs, GA07.2010
Skills
- Teaching
- Preaching
- Pastoral Counseling
- Pastoral Care
- Greek Exegesis
- Curriculum Development
- Mentoring
Websites
Additionalreferences
More references available upon request
References
- Archbishop Foley Beach, foleybeach@gmail.com, 678-230-1329
- Reverend Drew Henley, drew@redeemeratl.org, 404-423-9547
- Pastor Anthony Carter, tony@epointchurch.org, 404 931-2717
Affiliations
- Anglican Church in North America
Certification
Ordained Priest in the Anglican Church in North America
Languages
Biblical Greek
Full Professional
Timeline
Pastor of Teaching and Preaching
Redeemer Community Church
01.2021 - Current
Dean
Churches For the Sake of Others (ACNA.)
01.2020 - Current
Associate Pastor
Redeemer Community Church
07.2017 - 01.2021
Physical Education Teacher/Assistant Basketball Coach
Trinity Christian School
06.2015 - 05.2017
Doctor of Ministry in Semiotics, Church and Culture -
Portland Seminary
Master of Arts in Biblical Studies -
Reformed Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministries -
Emmanuel College