Rusty Hewitt
Conowingo,MD
Summary
Mission-driven Pastor with more than 5 years of experience in all elements of organizational leadership and success in creating inspirational environment. Successful in overseeing church services, men's and women's ministries, student ministry, children's ministry and worship ministry. Highly welcoming and driven in developing and shepherding new and existing church members. Successful providing discipleship, facilitating pastoral care and preaching to the body of believers. Burdened to contribute to spiritual formation and disciple-making efforts. Excited to be used by God for spiritual leadership to growing His church.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Pastor of Discipleship and Evangelism
Conowingo Baptist Church
01.2022 - Current
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
- Coordinated and spearheaded programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
- Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Youth Pastor
Conowingo Baptist Church
08.2019 - Current
- Shared the gospel of Jesus Christ every week, through relevant bible studies to a group of 15-20 middle and high school students.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Authored "Essential Doctrine" bible study tools
- Facilitated and developed youth to youth discipleship
- Involved in FCA (fellowship of christian athletes) for over 5 years
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Taught and counseled youth ages 11 to 18.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Worship Leader
Conowingo Baptist Church
01.2017 - Current
- Coordinated music and special vocals for worship services.
- Managed a diverse group of individuals and situations in a Christlike manner
- Taught new songs in many different styles to a diverse group of individuals with success
- Supported pastor in discerning and meeting spiritual needs and helped church members and guests develop sense of belonging.
- Recruited volunteers for choirs and worship teams.
- Performed as versatile vocalist and instrumentalist to support inspirational worship services.
- Held worship team accountable for facilitating God-inspired worship and continually encouraged, equipped and empowered volunteers.
- Set up PowerPoint presentations with lyrics for congregation.
- Developed programs for holidays and unique events.
- Play rhythm guitar and lead vocals
Project Estimator
R. Brooks Mechanical
08.2019 - 01.2022
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Fields of specialty; HVAC and Plumbing
- Oversee and track the approval of over 100 items per job
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Identified potential risks and challenges to project cost and timeline to adjust estimates accordingly.
- Analyzed buildings to prepare estimates for HVAC and Plumbing work.
- Stayed current with industry regulations and standards to produce cost estimates in compliance with all relevant laws.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Negotiated prices and terms with suppliers and vendors to secure best prices for materials and services.
- Schedule meetings with vendors to coordinate the best price and outcome for the project.
- Estimate and oversee small, medium, and large scale projects. Ranging from $1,000's to $1,000,000's of dollars.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
HVAC Contractor
R. Brooks Mechanical
03.2016 - 01.2019
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Assembled air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues to central heating and cooling equipment.
- Installed components to improve HVAC system performance.
- Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
- Proficient in metal duct fabrication, welding, plumbing, hvac installation, and rigging
- Work closely with other trades to effectively see a project to completion
Education
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Cecil Community College
North East, MDHigh School Diploma -
Homeschooled
Conowingo, MD06.2009
Skills
- Group Activities
- Workflow Coordination
- Discipleship
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Disciple-Making
- Administering Social Media Accounts
- Mission Development
- Community Outreach Programs
- Outreach Initiatives
- Pastoral Collaboration
- Group Prayer
- Shepherding
- Student Empowerment
- Youth Ministry
- Teaching & Preaching
- Small Group Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Bible Studies
Affiliations
- Vice President of the Susquehanna Baptist Association - 2022/2023
- President of the Susquehanna Baptist Association - 2023/2024
- Nominated for the Maryland Baptist Executive Mission Board
Hobbies
- Hiking
- Reading/Studying Theology
- Sports Shooting
- Gardening
- Writing
- Video Games
- Board Games
Timeline
Associate Pastor of Discipleship and Evangelism
Conowingo Baptist Church
01.2022 - Current
Youth Pastor
Conowingo Baptist Church
08.2019 - Current
Project Estimator
R. Brooks Mechanical
08.2019 - 01.2022
Worship Leader
Conowingo Baptist Church
01.2017 - Current
HVAC Contractor
R. Brooks Mechanical
03.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Cecil Community College
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
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