MATTHEW MICHAUD
Brainerd,MN
Summary
Pastoral leader called by God to help others experience His love, grow in relationship with Him, and extend that same love to others. Experienced in adult community life, small groups, young adult discipleship, and student ministry. Guided by a ministry philosophy of helping people belong, grow, and thrive in their faith. Creates environments that foster biblical engagement, meaningful relationships, spiritual formation, and intentional discipleship while equipping others to lead and build community.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Next Gen Director / Pastor
Timberwood Church
Brainerd, MN
08.2022 - Current
- Co-lead Youth Ministry, focusing on high school ministry and supporting weekly gatherings, small groups, teaching events, retreats, volunteer development, and pastoral care for students and families.
- Prepare and deliver biblical messages for students and Sunday morning worship services, emphasizing experiencing God's love and loving others with the love we receive.
- Create curriculum and discussion guides to help students study Scripture, connect with God, and apply truth to daily life.
- Recruit, train, and support youth small group leaders through discipleship and ongoing relationship-building.
- Develop the Student Leadership Team by recruiting, equipping, encouraging, and empowering students to lead meaningful ministry opportunities and participate in the mission of God around them.
- Disciple the Student Leadership Team to lead from a growing relationship with Jesus.
- Create spaces where students belong, are known in authentic relationships, can ask questions, and grow in faith.
- Lead NXT Young Adult group, facilitating biblical discussion, community, and opportunities for young adults to connect and grow in their faith.
- Plan and facilitate spiritual retreats for young adults and small groups, using spiritual practices to support growth.
- Partner with Community Life Pastor on adult small group coordination while directly leading young adult small groups and supporting group leaders.
- Co-lead Rooted discipleship pilot and help prepare for planned churchwide launch; contribute to ministry coordination and discipleship opportunities across age groups.
- Title updated in May 2026 following completion of master's degree; responsibilities continued.
Coordinator of Community Life
Calvary Bible Church
Thornton Campus, CO
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Collaborated on developing a leadership pipeline to recruit, train, equip, and care for volunteer ministry leaders.
- Empowered and equipped leaders to make disciples where they live, work, and play.
- Established LifeGroups and oversaw men's and women's small group ministries, recruiting and supporting group facilitators on the Thornton Campus.
- Oversaw connection and hospitality teams and the first-time guest connections pathway.
- Collaborated with community life leaders across multiple campuses to improve ministry practices and coordinate community events.
- Helped lead the launch of the Thornton campus and establish new ministry rhythms.
- Delivered expository sermons in Sunday worship services and student ministry settings.
College & Young Adult Coordinator
Calvary Bible Church
Erie Campus, CO
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with the Community Life Pastor and team to lead adult discipleship opportunities through LifeGroups, Men's and Women's Ministries, and Hospitality.
- Started a college-age ministry that developed into a small-group format, creating opportunities for community and biblical engagement.
- Developed and taught study series and seminars covering a wide variety of topics, including Financial Peace University, Spiritual Gifts, Marriage, and Life Purpose, and recruited and equipped other volunteer leaders to lead their own series and seminars.
- Supported young adult small groups and coordinated events and retreats.
Middle School Apprentice
Calvary Bible Church
Erie Campus, CO
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Supported weekly student ministry programming, equipped high school small group leaders serving younger students, and developed a student welcome process.
- Assisted with teaching series, events, and retreats, including preaching for middle school students.
Education
Master of Arts - Ministry Leadership
University of Northwestern
St. Paul01-2026
Bachelor's Degree - Biblical and Theological Studies
Crown College
01-2017
Skills
- Adult Small Groups & Discipleship
- Empower leaders to lead meaningful ministry and discipleship opportunities
- Biblical Teaching & Sunday Preaching
- Curriculum Development
- Pastoral Care
- Community Building and Belonging
- Ministry Planning & Collaboration
- Volunteer training
- Coaching and mentoring
- Facilitating Spiritual Practices
LEADERSHIP APPROACH
Rooted in Ephesians 4:11–13, my leadership approach focuses on equipping and empowering others for the work of ministry. I value collaborative leadership and authentic relationships, seeking to develop people's skills while giving them the ownership and freedom to exercise their gifts in ministry. I strive to connect ministry programs with the larger mission of the church, creating intentional pathways for discipleship.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Preaching samples and ministry references available upon request.
Timeline
Next Gen Director / Pastor
Timberwood Church
08.2022 - Current
Coordinator of Community Life
Calvary Bible Church
08.2020 - 03.2022
College & Young Adult Coordinator
Calvary Bible Church
08.2018 - 08.2020
Middle School Apprentice
Calvary Bible Church
10.2017 - 08.2018
Master of Arts - Ministry Leadership
University of Northwestern
Bachelor's Degree - Biblical and Theological Studies
Crown College