Terry Edwards
Church of the Nazarene
Bethany,Oklahoma
2027
years of professional experience
Versatile professional experienced in both ministry and small business management.
Known for strong leadership and customer engagement skills, with a commitment to fostering team performance and community growth.
Experienced evangelist and church leader specializing in discipleship training and youth mentorship. Notable for developing engaging community programs and empowering future leaders to achieve impactful results.
Work History
Minister
53 Years 3 Months- My wife and I are both ordained elders in the Church of the Nazarene
- In the field of Evangelism, I was self-scheduled and traveled in many states in the US and Canada for revival services, camp meetings and guest speakers in many churches for 10 years.
- I completed my Associate of Arts degree at Nazarene Bible College in 1974 with a directive in Theology and Biblical Studies.
- Worked with Executive Directors in the Church of the Nazarene as a trainer for Personal Evangelism.
- When I exited the field of Evangelism to complete my College training at Bethany Nazarene College, (Southern Nazarene University) I was booked 5 years in advance. I held weekend revivals all through my college years.
- In 1983, I graduated and was offered a Church, Capitol Hill Church of the Nazarene, Oklahoma City
- In 2007, I was appointed to Providence Church of the Nazarene, the only African-American Church of the Nazarene in the state of Oklahoma. Their Pastor, a personal friend of mine, had passed away. I went to be an Interim Pastor until they could find a new African American Pastor. I stayed for 11 years, 6 months and left in 2018 after encouraging a gentleman from within the congregation to enroll in a course of Study and move up as Pastor.
- After resigning from Providence, I attended The Fellowship @ Western Oaks for a number of years and did pulpit supply during that time.
- In 2022, my wife and I became staff-members of Lakeview Park Church of the Nazarene, Oklahoma City. We are still voluntary staff there.
Small Business Owner
- Developed effective marketing strategies to boost customer engagement and retention.
- Established streamlined processes for vehicle sales and leasing operations.
- Managed inventory control systems to optimize vehicle availability and reduce overhead costs.
- Trained and mentored staff in customer service best practices, enhancing team performance.
Education
Associate of Arts - Theological Application And Biblical Studies
Bachelor of Science - English Literature
Skills
Facility Management
Discipleship training
Youth Mentorship
Leadership development
Timeline
Minister
Church of the Nazarene
05.1973 - CurrentRead More
Small Business Owner
Kars & Kars Sales & Leasing
1990 - 03.2021Read More
Bethany Nazarene College
Bachelor of Science from English Literature
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Nazarene Bible College
Associate of Arts from Theological Application And Biblical Studies
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