Ronald Gustman
Cordova,TN
Summary
Dynamic leader with extensive experience in ministry outreach planning and staff supervision. Proven ability to manage partnerships and mentor teams, driving engagement and collaboration within church communities.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Christian Challenge (BSU)
Colorado Baptist General Convention
Denver, Colorado
03.1985 - 06.2011
- Managed partnerships with local churches and organizations for collaboration opportunities.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members.
- Oversaw financial planning and budgeting processes for organizational projects.
Missionary/ Outreach to College Students
International Mission Board, SBC
Lusaka, Zambia
01.1980 - 12.1982
- share the gospel with students
- visited college campuses to invite students to Bible study, fostering community engagement
- invited students to local churches to strengthen connections and support networks
- plan, organize, and launch a weekend retreat for students
- recruited staff to enhance outreach efforts and expand student engagement
BSU Director
Colorado Baptist General convention
Moscow, Idaho
06.1973 - 05.1976
- established student group on campus to foster community and engagement
- planned, organized, and facilitated weekend retreat to enhance student fellowship and spiritual development
- connected students with local churches for spiritual growth and service opportunities
- meet individually with students to share the gospel and or disciple them
- visit students and invite them to a bible study
- Submitted regular updates to local Baptist association regarding student engagement activities.
Volunteer BSU Director
Northwest Baptist General Conveniton
Seattle, Washington
09.1972 - 05.1973
- led Bible studies and organized invitations to BSU activities at U of Washington to encourage participation
- conducted one-on-one meetings to mentor and support students in their faith journeys, enhancing their spiritual growth.
- visited students at Seattle Pacific College to foster community engagement
Missionary Journeyman
International Mission Board, SBC
Mombasa, Kenya
06.1970 - 07.1972
- taught chemistry, math, and physics to freshmen and sophomore high school students
- directed outreach and discipleship program, fostering student engagement and spiritual growth at local high school
Education
D. Min - Ministry To College Students
Golden Gate Theological Seminary
San Francisco, CA05-2005
Master of Divinity
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX06-1979
B.A. Chemistry
University of Washington
Seattle, WA06-1970
Skills
- Outreach planning
- Evangelism involvement
- Student church engagement
- Staff supervision
- Team support reporting
- Association reporting
- Faculty rapport
Timeline
Director of Christian Challenge (BSU)
Colorado Baptist General Convention
03.1985 - 06.2011
Missionary/ Outreach to College Students
International Mission Board, SBC
01.1980 - 12.1982
BSU Director
Colorado Baptist General convention
06.1973 - 05.1976
Volunteer BSU Director
Northwest Baptist General Conveniton
09.1972 - 05.1973
Missionary Journeyman
International Mission Board, SBC
06.1970 - 07.1972
D. Min - Ministry To College Students
Golden Gate Theological Seminary
Master of Divinity
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
B.A. Chemistry
University of Washington