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Salomon Espinoza

Salomon Espinoza

Tomball,TX

Summary

Dynamic ordained minister with extensive experience in pastoral leadership, skilled in fostering spiritual maturity and promoting evangelism. Proven success in creating inspirational environments and driving initiatives that align with church mission and vision. Expertise in collaborating with diverse groups to enhance worship, discipleship, and community service. Committed to guiding followers of Christ toward healing and growth while actively contributing to a vibrant faith community.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Campus Pastor

Houston Adventist Academy
Houston, TX
05.2021 - Current
  • Supported creation of initiatives promoting educational and professional preparedness.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to students regarding academic, social, emotional and spiritual issues
  • Built variety of formative and summative assessments to measure student progress
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents
  • Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members
  • Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom
  • Provided differentiated faith-based instruction to meet diverse learning needs
  • Designed lesson plans integrating scripture and contemporary issues faced by children.
  • Tested children's bible knowledge by asking bible trivia questions and hosting bible quizzing competitions
  • Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures
  • Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings
  • Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with SDA teachings and mission
  • Managed classroom behavior to maintain safety and promote orderly learning environments
  • Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church/ school and managed daily operations
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged school to offer support
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities
  • Served as mentor to children in church community, offering guidance and support
  • Contributed to the successful execution of church-led initiatives aimed at community support.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry
  • Delivered essential food and supplies to communities via mutual aid.
  • Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches
  • Led small groups, chapels, weeks of prayer, and Bible studies which resulted in 15+ baptisms
  • Elected member of Texas Conference Personnel & Executive Committee

Associate Pastor

West Houston SDA Church
Houston, TX
12.2016 - 05.2021
  • Initiated establishment of Young Professionals Ministry.
  • Mentored college students in creating impactful peer-driven spiritual programs.
  • Mobilized members to launch over 20 small groups to connect, grow, and serve, groups are launched in semesters, twice a year
  • Mentored individuals by leading and engaging them into groups which led to 35+ baptisms
  • Developed Baptismal coaching strategies to better disciple new believers.
  • Facilitated start of 3rd worship service & ministry targeting unchurched local community with current average attendance of 100, has led to 3 baptisms
  • Transitioned church to 3 cycles of evangelism per year with 3 evangelistic meetings per year
  • Member of Houston Adventist Academy School Board, Finance Committee, Campus Life Committee
  • Served on Texas Conference Personnel and Executive Committee.
  • 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
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services
  • Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations
  • Orchestrated a comprehensive stewardship campaign that increased church contributions by 25% within six months, utilizing targeted communication strategies and community engagement initiatives

Associate Pastor

Richardson SDA Church
Richardson, TX
01.2012 - 05.2014
  • Coordinated youth-focused initiatives and ministry activities.
  • Managed evangelism cycle for church community.
  • Preached 4 evangelistic meetings which led to 20+ baptisms
  • Preached regularly
  • Visited members and pre Adventists
  • Organized Youth Retreat which led to 5 baptisms
  • Led Bible study sessions.
  • Launched participation in Youth Evangelism School training.
  • Trained Youth to preach evangelism series which led to 4 baptisms
  • Facilitated small group activities, resulting in two baptisms through Hoops of Hope.
  • Helped mobilize distribution of 200,000+ GLOW Tracts
  • Coordinated deployment of several mission-focused teams.
  • Implemented a three-harvest cycle soul winning system annually.

Ministerial student pastor/Associate Pastor

Cleburne Spanish SDA/Arlington Central Spanish SDA
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Visited members
  • Counseled members
  • Preached regularly
  • Led out board meetings and encouraged spiritual growth
  • Organized and preached an evangelistic campaign which led to 3 baptisms
  • Preached a series in Dominican Republic which led to 3 baptisms
  • Conducted bible studies

Body Shop Manager

Platinum Automotive
01.2006 - 01.2009
  • Oversaw employee performance and workflow in a body shop environment.
  • Managed strategic campaigns to enhance customer engagement.
  • Increased sales profits by 30.7%
  • Ensured optimal performance of various vehicles.
  • Directed daily administration and operation of business

Education

Master of Divinity -

Andrews University Theological Seminary
Berrien Springs, MI
08-2016

B.A. - Theology, Biblical languages

Southwestern Adventist University
Keene, TX
12-2011

High School diploma -

Continental Academy
Richton Park, IL
05-2002

Skills

  • Content Writing
  • Informational Material Development
  • Community Support
  • Needs Awareness
  • Youth Advocacy
  • Building Renovation
  • Counsel Individuals
  • Crisis Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Outreach Initiatives
  • Preaching
  • Active Listening
  • Mission Planning
  • Christian Education
  • Bible Studies
  • Counseling
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Premarital counseling
  • Grief support
  • Youth ministry
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Biblical studies
  • Evangelism strategy
  • Sports ministry
  • Church administration

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Campus Pastor

Houston Adventist Academy
05.2021 - Current

Associate Pastor

West Houston SDA Church
12.2016 - 05.2021

Associate Pastor

Richardson SDA Church
01.2012 - 05.2014

Ministerial student pastor/Associate Pastor

Cleburne Spanish SDA/Arlington Central Spanish SDA
01.2009 - 01.2011

Body Shop Manager

Platinum Automotive
01.2006 - 01.2009

Master of Divinity -

Andrews University Theological Seminary

B.A. - Theology, Biblical languages

Southwestern Adventist University

High School diploma -

Continental Academy

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