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Steven Gates

Greenacres,Florida

Summary

Dedicated chaplaincy professional committed to providing steadfast spiritual and emotional support in difficult circumstances. Experienced in pastoral care, including counseling and spiritual guidance. Proficient in developing meaningful programs and sermons through strategic planning to engage congregants. Proven track record of building a united community and nurturing spiritual growth within the congregation.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Pastor

Ephesus SDA Church
11.2019 - Current
  • Ministering to Psychosocial Needs of the Congregants
  • Offering Bereavement Counseling Sessions for Members
  • Congregation Engaged in Grief Counseling for Church Members and Community

Senior Pastor

Salem SDA Church
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Instrumental as Pastor in Ministering to Psychosocial Needs of the Congregation
  • Engaged in Bereavement Counseling for Congregants/Non-Members
  • Instrumental in baptizing numerous souls
  • Instituted an After School Program for Children in the Community
  • Instrumental in Solidifying a Solid Stewardship Program
  • Experienced a Significant Increase in Giving as a Result
  • Participated as Senior Pastor in Various Community Initiatives

Senior Pastor

Ephesus SDA Church
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Instrumental in Ministering to Psychosocial Needs of the Congregation
  • Engaged in Bereavement Counseling for Congregants/Non-Members
  • Instrumental in baptizing numerous souls
  • Instituted an After School Program for Children in the Community
  • Instrumental in Solidifying a Solid Stewardship Program
  • Experienced a Significant Increase in Giving as a Result
  • Participated as Senior Pastor in Various Community Initiatives

Senior Pastor

Ephesus SDA Church/Hollandale SDA Church
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Instrumental in raising the tithe significantly in the area
  • The Lord blessed us to baptize 45 souls in the area
  • Paid off the mortgage and burned it in Ephesus SDA Church in Greenville, Ms
  • Established outreach groups which consist of a 'Missing Members Team' and 'Potential Members Team'
  • Bereavement Visitations/Grief Counseling

Senior Pastor

Canton/Rolling Fork/Yazoo City SDA Churches
01.2007 - 01.2009
  • While in this district we were able to baptize 25 souls
  • Facilitated the renovation of a portion of the Canton SDA Church
  • Able to establish an ongoing outreach ministry that ministered to the relevant needs of the community
  • Instrumental as pastor in ministering to psychosocial needs of the congregation

Ministerial Intern

Hyde Park SDA Church
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Responsible for pastoral care and preaching under the leadership of Dr. Norman Miles

Education

Bachelor of Art - Ministerial Theology

Oakwood University

Doctor of Ministry -

South University
01.2025

Two Units of CPE -

Transitioning Pathways
01.2019

Skills

  • Spiritual cultivation
  • Pastoral counseling
  • Small group facilitation
  • Pastoral care
  • Grief support
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Officiating

Timeline

Senior Pastor

Ephesus SDA Church
11.2019 - Current

Senior Pastor

Salem SDA Church
01.2016 - 01.2019

Senior Pastor

Ephesus SDA Church
01.2012 - 01.2016

Senior Pastor

Ephesus SDA Church/Hollandale SDA Church
01.2009 - 01.2012

Senior Pastor

Canton/Rolling Fork/Yazoo City SDA Churches
01.2007 - 01.2009

Ministerial Intern

Hyde Park SDA Church
01.2003 - 01.2006

Doctor of Ministry -

South University

Two Units of CPE -

Transitioning Pathways

Bachelor of Art - Ministerial Theology

Oakwood University

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