Mike Bankston
Wrightsville,GA
Summary
Accomplished Minister at South Georgia Conference of the UMC, adept in strategic leadership and spiritual guidance, significantly increased worship attendance through dynamic community service and effective sermon preparation. Excelled in fostering team collaboration and enhancing spiritual growth, leveraging exceptional public speaking and crisis intervention skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Minister
South Georgia Conference of the UMC
02.2009 - Current
- Led small group Bible studies to promote deeper understanding of scriptural texts and foster spiritual growth among attendees.
- Organized and led mission trips, empowering participants to serve others through acts of kindness and service.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere within the church, leading to increased attendance and active participation in worship services.
- Organized and coordinated special events such as conferences, seminars, and community events.
- Strengthened community outreach programs by collaborating with local organizations such as local ministerial organizations, Rotary Club, the Johnson County Community Collaboration, and the local Board of Education to provide support for the benefit of the community as well as underserved populations.
- Conducted weddings, funerals, baptisms, confirmations, dedications ceremonies with sensitivity to individual beliefs.
- Supervised church staff and volunteers, fostering a collaborative environment that encouraged teamwork and commitment to shared goals.
- Mentored junior ministers for the South Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church, providing guidance on sermon development, pastoral care techniques, and fostering productive leadership strategies for the local church.
- Recruited talented musicians who provided uplifting music during worship services, enhancing the overall spiritual experience for attendees.
- Managed church finances responsibly, utilizing resources effectively to support ongoing ministries and projects.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Served on as well as chaired various committees for the South Georgia Conference (Board of Missions, Committee on Special Funds, District Camp, District Leadership).
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
Education
Doctorate of Ministry - Preaching And Leadership
Asbury Theological Seminary
Wilmore, KY05.2023
Masters of Divinity - Theology And Religious Studies
Candler School of Theology, Emory University
Atlanta, GA05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - History
Middle Georgia State University
Macon, GA05.2013
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Legislative Knowledge
- Research and analysis
- Data Interpretation
- Fundraising abilities
- Leadership Development
- Teaching
- Public Speaking
- Sermon Preparation
- Spiritual leadership
- Mission-oriented
- Preaching
- Community Service
- Spiritual Guidance
- Officiating
- Congregational care
- Crisis Intervention
- Individual Counseling
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Minister
South Georgia Conference of the UMC
02.2009 - Current
Doctorate of Ministry - Preaching And Leadership
Asbury Theological Seminary
Masters of Divinity - Theology And Religious Studies
Candler School of Theology, Emory University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Middle Georgia State University
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