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Richard Gilmore

Richard Gilmore

Shoals,IN

Summary

Dynamic Lead Pastor with extensive experience in spiritual leadership and community engagement, skilled in guiding congregations through transformative growth while fostering deep connections and enhancing faith. Proven track record in public speaking and conflict resolution, effectively addressing diverse needs within the church community. Passionate about providing direction and support to both new and regular attendees, facilitating intentional steps toward spiritual growth, character development, and the cultivation of healthy relationships. Committed to empowering individuals to discover their unique gifts for ministry at local and global levels.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Pastor

Bethel Church, Orleans
08.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Enhanced congregation growth by implementing innovative outreach programs and community engagement initiatives.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Recruited trained, and mentored volunteer leaders to assist in various ministries, enhancing overall effectiveness.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry expansion and sustainability.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.

Founder/President

Go Love Today Ministry Inc.
01.2020 - 12.2024
  • Spread the Gospel of Jesus through the local church, wherever God calls.
  • Raise funds and support to maintain financial viability of Ministry.
  • Cast vision and maintain the beliefs and values of GLTM.
  • Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
  • Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.

Lead Pastor

Crossroads Christian Fellowship
02.2022 - 05.2024
  • Encouraged spiritual discovery and development among all church attendees, including ex-pats from many nations, as well as native Mexicans.
  • Organized and delivered engaging sermons every Sunday and mentor and supervise congregational staff and leaders to help them coordinate services.
  • Lead Men’s Bible Study and Adult Sunday Bible Study.
  • Lead “Take It to the Streets” evangelism program.
  • Developed partnerships with local organizations to increase community impact and expand outreach efforts.
  • Assisted families during times of crisis by providing compassionate pastoral care, prayer support, and guidance.
  • Implemented new discipleship programs aimed at deepening believers'' understanding of their faith journey.
  • Fostered spiritual development through the creation and implementation of dynamic sermon series and small group studies.

Lay Pastor

Northview Church
01.2007 - 01.2021
  • Provide care and counseling for Northview attendees.
  • Perform sacerdotal duties (Pre-Marital Counseling, Weddings, Funerals, and Baptisms).
  • Support and supplement Northview staff Pastors, as necessary.
  • Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
  • Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events and workshops catered to their needs.
  • Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
  • Empowered church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
  • Facilitated small group discussions aimed at deepening participants'' understanding of core biblical principles and themes.

Campus Pastor

Northview Church
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Led first partnership with God Behind Bars and Northview to bring weekly worship services into Miami Correctional Facility, an IDOC Men’s Maximum-Security Facility in central Indiana.
  • Created and led a team of 15-20 volunteers weekly into MCF to introduce inmates to Jesus and connect them to the local church, Northview.
  • Helped grow program from 50 to 300 men weekly at Sunday Services by serving as Campus Pastor.
  • Co-ordinated communication between MCF and Northview to better service inmates.
  • Led mid-week programs such as Alpha and Life Groups.
  • The success demonstrated by our efforts led to Northview being allowed to open God Behind Bars Campuses in additional Indiana Prisons.
  • Strengthened spiritual community by organizing weekly worship services and events for campus members.
  • Built strong relationships with local churches and religious organizations to promote collaboration in service projects and outreach initiatives.
  • Served as an advocate for social justice issues by educating the campus community about pressing global concerns; mobilized students to take action through advocacy campaigns and service opportunities.

Life Group Leader and Multiplier

Northview Christian Life Church
01.2007 - 01.2017
  • Provided life group leadership for Northview attendees.
  • Initiated and lead new groups to train and hand over leadership of, these new groups to others.
  • Addressed conflicts or concerns promptly and tactfully through mediation techniques, maintaining harmonious relationships within the group.
  • Enhanced group dynamics by fostering open communication and encouraging active participation from all members.

Marriage and Family Ministry Pastor (Lay)

Northview Christian Life Church
01.2007 - 01.2016
  • Provided pastoral leadership for the Marriage and Family Ministry.
  • Provided pastoral counseling for congregation.
  • Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
  • Advised couples preparing for marriage via pre-marital counseling services tailored specifically towards their unique relational dynamics.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
  • Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.

Regional Director Indiana

Alpha USA
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • The purpose of this role was to promote and facilitate Alpha activity in Indiana.
  • Key activities and responsibilities to include:
  • Working with the Indiana Regional Leadership Team (RLT), establish and implement a strategic plan to develop and grow Alpha in the region
  • Promote Alpha within Indiana by:
  • Networking and building relationships with Christian leaders across the Church
  • Attending and speaking at prominent events and conferences
  • Developing and implementing, in liaison with the Central Support Team (CST), a Marketing, PR and Fund Development strategy
  • Identifying and introducing ‘high net worth individuals’ to the CST Fund Development Director
  • Developing regional structures and networks for the growth and strengthening of Alpha e.g. Hub and Resource churches, Alpha Advisors (AA) and Team leaders, volunteers and helpers; and effective training run through local churches including ‘Taste of Alpha’, Getting Started and/or Nuts and Bolts.
  • Integration and coordination with the CST including, prayer, event planning, data sharing, marketing, ‘Best Practice’, AA, Fund Development, Invitations and National Conferences.
  • Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by evaluating existing processes and introducing innovative solutions.

Education

No Degree - Christian Counseling

American Association of Christian Counselors
Forest, VA

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Salem State University
Salem, MA

Skills

  • Pastoral counseling
  • Vision casting
  • Community service
  • Organizational leadership
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Preaching
  • Pastoral care
  • Discipleship training
  • Disciple-making
  • Small group facilitation
  • Mission-oriented
  • Biblically based
  • Sermon preparation
  • Congregational care
  • Spiritual cultivation
  • Leadership development
  • Officiating
  • Spiritual guidance
  • Public speaking
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Marriage counseling
  • Spiritual instruction
  • Shepherding
  • Counseling

Certification

  • Ordained/Licensed Minister-Northview Christian Life Church- July 2007
  • Board Certified Pastoral Counselor- International Board of Christian Counselors-Feb 2009


Timeline

Lead Pastor

Bethel Church, Orleans
08.2024 - Current

Lead Pastor

Crossroads Christian Fellowship
02.2022 - 05.2024

Founder/President

Go Love Today Ministry Inc.
01.2020 - 12.2024

Campus Pastor

Northview Church
01.2016 - 01.2020

Regional Director Indiana

Alpha USA
01.2009 - 01.2012

Lay Pastor

Northview Church
01.2007 - 01.2021

Life Group Leader and Multiplier

Northview Christian Life Church
01.2007 - 01.2017

Marriage and Family Ministry Pastor (Lay)

Northview Christian Life Church
01.2007 - 01.2016

No Degree - Christian Counseling

American Association of Christian Counselors

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Salem State University

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