Pastor Sheppard Foust Jr.
Graham,NC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Pastor with a proven track record in leadership development, congregational care, and financial stewardship. Committed to fostering spiritual growth and community engagement through innovative church programs and effective mentorship.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Pastor
New Vision Christian Church Center
Durham, NC
09.2010 - Current
- Led worship services, enhancing spiritual engagement and community participation.
- Developed and implemented church programs to foster congregational growth and outreach.
- Mentored staff and volunteers, promoting leadership development and operational excellence.
- Conducted pastoral counseling, providing support for individuals in crisis and personal growth.
- Oversaw financial stewardship, ensuring budget adherence and resource allocation for ministry initiatives.
- Collaborated with community organizations to address local needs through service projects and events.
- Facilitated training workshops for congregation members, improving volunteer effectiveness and retention.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Built strong relationships with community organizations, collaborating on projects that aligned with shared values and goals.
- Facilitated spiritual growth opportunities through small group leadership development, empowering lay leaders to take on increased responsibilities within the congregation.
Education
Criminal Justice
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NCPastoral Counseling
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VAHigh School Diploma -
Hillside High School
Durham, NC06-1993
Skills
- Teaching
- Organizational leadership
- Pastoral care
- Congregational care
- Officiating
- Discipleship training
- Biblically based
- Financial stewardship
- Sick visitation familiarity
- Social media engagement
- Youth ministry
- Children's ministry
- Christian education
- Sermon preparation
- Leadership development
Accomplishments
- Developed and launched Lunch in the Park program to enhance engagement and service within the community.
- Developed and launched Kingdom Common Wealth program to enhance engagement and service within the community.
- Increased giving in church 30% over past 16 years.
Timeline
Senior Pastor
New Vision Christian Church Center
09.2010 - Current
Criminal Justice
Fayetteville State University
Pastoral Counseling
Liberty University
High School Diploma -
Hillside High School