Reverend Jesse Arnold
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic pastoral leader with a proven track record at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, excelling in grief support and discipleship training. Successfully organized impactful fundraising events and strengthened community ties through innovative outreach programs. Committed to fostering spiritual growth and providing compassionate care to individuals and families during life's transitions.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Pastor
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
03.1987 - 05.2005
- Provided pastoral care to congregants through one-on-one counseling sessions, addressing their spiritual and emotional needs.
- Supported congregants during life transitions like marriage, baptism, or funerals through personalized pastoral services.
- Collaborated with church leaders to organize and execute successful fundraising events for various ministry projects.
- Led weekly Bible studies focused on deepening understanding of scripture passages relevant to contemporary issues.
- Evaluated existing programs for effectiveness, making recommendations for improvements that better met the needs of congregants.
- Assisted senior pastor in developing and implementing new outreach programs for increased community involvement.
- Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support.
Pastor
Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church
05.1998 - 11.2001
- Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
- Upheld church governance structure by effectively managing staff and volunteer teams while ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
- Organized successful fundraising events designed to support church missions locally as well as internationally.
Education
No Degree - Pastoral Leadership
Friendship School of Ministry
Tifton, GA04-1988
Culinary Arts
Cordon Blue Institute
Orlando, FL05-1981
Skills
- Pastoral care
- Discipleship training
- Teaching bible studies
- Small group facilitation
- Grief support
- Youth ministry
- Marriage counseling
- Biblical stewardship
Accomplishments
- Established solid presence in community, successfully growing church membership 87% year over year.
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of Father/Son Counseling.
Timeline
Pastor
Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church
05.1998 - 11.2001
Assistant Pastor
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church
03.1987 - 05.2005
No Degree - Pastoral Leadership
Friendship School of Ministry
Culinary Arts
Cordon Blue Institute
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