Stephen Yates
Sherwood,AR
Summary
I have had the opportunity to serve the Lord in many different capacities over the last decade. I have found much fulfillment and purpose in discipling youth and adults alike. I am called to the Gospel ministry in whatever capacity the Lord sees fit for me, and I am now most interested in Discipleship and Groups Ministry. I have been affirmed by my peers in my skills as a leader, coordinator, preacher, and teacher. Most of all, I am a husband and father who strives every day to live congruent with the mandates of 1 Timothy 3:1-7.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Pastor of Students and Young Adults
Second Baptist Jacksonville
Jacksonville, AR
08.2021 - Current
- Oversees the 7th-12th grade students and their discipleship.
- Teaches, leads small groups, coordinates and equips volunteers, and plans engaging events and retreats for both the teenagers and young adults in the church.
- Preaches
- Oversees the Sunday School ministry, adult curriculum, leader training, group assimilation, hospitality teams, men's ministry, and children's curriculum.
Student Pastor
Oasis Church Camden
Camden, AR
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Established the Church's first student ministry.
- Led weekly Bible study, planned engaging events, and led camp retreats.
- Preached as pulpit supply while the church sought a new pastor.
Work Study
Ouachita Baptist University Print Shop
Arkadelphia, AR
08.2017 - 05.2020
- Assisted with general labor.
Ministry Intern
Unity Baptist Church
Hope, AR
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Served on staff as an assistant to the pastor and youth director. Helped establish and coordinate various ministries throughout the church.
Youth Intern
First Baptist Church
Smackover, AR
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Established and trained the youth praise band. Included finding members of the youth group who were interested in serving as musicians, and teaching them the fundamentals of leading worship.
Cabin Counselor
Camp War Eagle
Rogers, AR
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Worked with ages from 7 to 13 years old as a cabin counselor. Included leading devotional times, sharing the gospel with campers, and generally supervising them throughout the day.
Facilities Maintenance
Spring Hill High School
Hope, AR
05.2017 - 08.2017
- General maintenance on the grounds of the school campus, i.e., mowing, painting, waxing floors, and power washing.
Clerk/Delivery Driver
AllCare Pharmacy
Hope, AR
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Basic customer service and facility care.
- Delivered prescriptions for shut-ins, assisted living, and nursing homes.
Education
Master of Theological Studies -
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Fort Worth, TX12-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR05-2020
Skills
- Discipleship programming
- Biblical teaching
- Volunteer coordination
- Leader training
- Organizational leadership
- Expositional preaching
- Curriculum development
- Event planning
- Community engagement
- Situational discernment
- Administration
- Proficient in ProPresenter, Canva, Logos, and Planning Center
Timeline
Associate Pastor of Students and Young Adults
Second Baptist Jacksonville
08.2021 - Current
Student Pastor
Oasis Church Camden
08.2020 - 06.2021
Ministry Intern
Unity Baptist Church
05.2019 - 08.2019
Youth Intern
First Baptist Church
10.2018 - 05.2019
Cabin Counselor
Camp War Eagle
05.2018 - 08.2018
Work Study
Ouachita Baptist University Print Shop
08.2017 - 05.2020
Facilities Maintenance
Spring Hill High School
05.2017 - 08.2017
Clerk/Delivery Driver
AllCare Pharmacy
09.2015 - 05.2017
Master of Theological Studies -
Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
Ouachita Baptist University