Randy Kelley
Lakeside United Methodist Church
Gadsden,AL
23
Years of experience
Visionary Senior Pastor with a proven track record of leading impactful community outreach initiatives and mentoring emerging leaders. Skilled in public speaking and teamwork, dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and enhancing congregation engagement.
Work History
Senior Pastor
10 Years- Streamlined administrative processes, improving communication efficiency between church staff and congregation members.
- Led effective pastoral care for congregation members, providing spiritual guidance and support during times of crisis or need.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- 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.
- Instrumental in starting a Annual Biker's Sunday, Salute to Unsung Heroes, Juneteenth Multicultural Festival, and assisting with a two-week summer Reading and Math lab.
- Directed special events such as weddings or funerals with sensitivity to individual needs while upholding religious traditions unique to each situation.
- Collaborated with church leadership to plan master calendar of events.
- Nurtured a culture of volunteerism within the church community by developing opportunities for individuals to contribute their unique skills and talents in service to others.
- Increased annual giving by establishing robust stewardship campaigns, emphasizing the importance of financial commitment to ministry initiatives.
Senior Pastor
10 Years- Conducted regular counseling sessions, providing spiritual guidance and support to congregants facing challenges.
- Organized and facilitated educational workshops, enhancing faith-based knowledge among members of the church community.
- Cultivated partnerships with local organizations to expand mission outreach and resource sharing opportunities.
- Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Assisting with tutorial program, visitation to nursing home, back to school bash, mentorship program to youth, teens and young adults.
Senior Pastor
5 Years- Led diverse community outreach programs to strengthen congregation engagement and support local needs.
- Developed and implemented strategic worship services that enhanced spiritual growth and attendance.
- Mentored emerging leaders within the church, fostering skills in ministry and driven initiatives aligning with organizational goals.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Strengthened community outreach efforts by implementing targeted programs, resulting in increased local impact and visibility.
- Instrumental in starting a Juneteenth Celebration, Drive-Thru Easter bag giveaway, Biker's Sunday, Turkey give away.
Senior Pastor
8 Years- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Enhanced spiritual growth for church members through regular pastoral counseling sessions and personalized guidance.
- Led dynamic worship services on a weekly basis, fostering an atmosphere of spiritual reflection and connection for congregants.
- Expanded missions outreach efforts to include partnerships with international organizations, increasing global impact on communities in need.
- Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
- Featured in a documentary produced by TV-ONE Divine Restoration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology/Psychology
Doctor of Ministry - Pastoral Care & Counseling
Master of Divinity - Christian Education
Skills
Teaching
Organizational leadership
Pastoral care
Congregational care
Public speaking
Marriage counseling
Community service
Church growth strategies
Sick visitation familiarity
Spiritual instruction
Visionary leadership
Children's ministry
Sick visitation experience
Christian education
Social and religious assistance
Biblical Knowledge
Teamwork
Timeline
Senior Pastor
Lakeside United Methodist Church
06.2020 - 06.2025Read More
Senior Pastor
Goodsell United Methodist Church
06.2010 - 06.2020Read More
Senior Pastor
Powell Chapel United Methodist Church
06.2010 - 06.2020Read More
Senior Pastor
Rising Star United Methodist Church
06.2002 - 06.2010Read More
Interdenominational Theological Center
Doctor of Ministry from Pastoral Care & Counseling
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Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science from Sociology/Psychology
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Gammon Theological Seminary
Master of Divinity from Christian Education
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