Michael Harris
Kernersville,NC
Summary
Dynamic Associate Minister of Youth and Worship with expertise in worship planning, youth ministry, and relationship building. Proven ability to foster spiritual growth and coordinate impactful programs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Minister of Youth and Worship
Laurel Oak Christian Church
High Point, NC
01.2010 - Current
- Facilitated worship services, including coordinating volunteers, planning music and special service elements, and creating an inviting, engaging environment for services.
- Mentored worship team members, encouraging spiritual growth, musical growth, and bonding amongst the team members.
- Oversaw upgrades to worship technology, including computers, presentation software, sound boards, click tracks, lighting, and projectors.
- Coordinated with lead pastor to plan out the direction of our services, including topics to teach on, relevant, theologically accurate songs to utilize, and when appropriate, stage designs that reflect the topics being discussed.
- Preached 4-5 times per year, as needed.
- Led youth programming, including planning/creating teaching series and lessons, planning youth events, and recruiting and training volunteers.
- Mentored students in leadership positions, fostering spiritual development and leadership skills amongst participants.
- Coordinated numerous weeklong, out-of-state mission trips, as well as local service opportunities for our teens and adults that helped strengthen the church's impact on the surrounding community.
- Developed strong relationships with members of the flock, caring for their needs, offering guidance and support in times of struggle, and celebrating during times of joy.
- Oversaw VBS planning, including choosing the themes, decorating, recruiting of volunteers, and front-of-house interactions.
Intern
Worthington Christian Church
Worthington, OH
06.2009 - 12.2009
- Assisted the worship minister in preparing music and slides for Sunday services.
- Worked with the worship minister to lead the choir, including directing a song.
- Assisted the youth minister in forming a student-led worship band for their Sunday evening gatherings.
- Collaborated with the children's staff to prepare for and lead VBS with over 1,000 children in attendance.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership
Kentucky Christian University
Grayson, KY05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Worship & Biblical Studies
Kentucky Christian University
Grayson, KY05.2010
Skills
- Worship planning
- Relationship building
- Teamwork
- Community service
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teaching
- Youth ministry
- Crisis management
Timeline
Associate Minister of Youth and Worship
Laurel Oak Christian Church
01.2010 - Current
Intern
Worthington Christian Church
06.2009 - 12.2009
Master of Science - Leadership
Kentucky Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - Worship & Biblical Studies
Kentucky Christian University