- I enjoy playing drums, guitar, and creating music
- I like being around people and building relationships
- I am a people person I love meeting new people and engaging them in conversation
- I am passionate about discipleship and helping people deepen their relationship with Christ
- I grew up in a Christian home and grew up in church My dad served 20 years on church staff as youth pastor and now serves as the Executive Pastor I love the local church
Tyler Hickingbottom
Fort Worth
Summary
My goal in ministry is to teach and equip people to grow in their personal walk with Christ. As they go into their families, workplaces, communities, and everyday lives, my desire is to see them live in a way that reflects the character and love of Christ.
The priority of my calling is to lead people into a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ. From there, I am committed to helping them understand what a growing relationship with Christ looks like through spiritual formation, obedience, and faithfulness. Finally, I seek to help individuals recognize that God desires to use them for His purposes and to discern how their gifts, passions, and calling can be used for the work of the Kingdom.
Discipleship is central to my ministry philosophy. I believe discipleship provides a space to model what a Christ-centered life looks like while walking alongside others in intentional relationships. Through discipleship, people are given the opportunity to ask questions, wrestle with faith, and grow in ways that are often not possible in larger group settings. I am deeply committed to the discipleship model as a primary means of spiritual growth and maturity in the lives of those I serve.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Pastor
Grace Baptist Church
Fort Worth, TX
06.2025 - 02.2026
- Coordinated youth programs, fostering spiritual growth and community engagement.
- Developed and implemented curriculum for youth Bible studies, enhancing understanding of scripture.
- Mentored volunteer leaders, providing training and support for effective team management.
- Organized outreach events, promoting church involvement and service opportunities within the community.
Minister to Students
Shady Oaks Baptist Church
Hurst, Texas
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Designed full-year curriculum to enhance educational outcomes for Wednesday night classes.
- Directed and facilitated adult volunteer training to enhance program effectiveness.
- Organized and executed youth mission trips aimed at promoting community involvement and providing personal development opportunities.
- Coordinated recruitment and training of youth worship team members to deliver impactful worship experiences.
- Facilitated discussions with students and parents to address concerns and enhance student success.
Middle School Associate
First Baptist Church Marble Falls
Marble Falls, Texas
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Coordinated schedules and practices for youth worship team to foster community involvement.
- Guided small group discussions on Wednesdays and Sundays.
- Delivered sermons for middle school services, fostering spiritual growth.
- Coordinated retreats and service events.
- Facilitated youth leadership training sessions to empower participants with essential skills.
Worship Intern
First Baptist Church Marble Falls
Marble Falls, Texas
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Helped lead worship on Sunday mornings
- Organized sheet music
- Made worship sets
- Attended staff meetings
Youth Ministry Associate
Morton Baptist Church
Harleton, Texas
05.2016 - 05.2017
- Lead worship on Wednesday nights
- Taught pre-teen Sunday school
- Attended Sunday morning staff meeting/prayer time
- Helped organize and conduct DiscipleNow
Admissions Student Worker
ETBU
Marshall, Texas
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Conducted campus tours
- Called and recruited prospective students
- Data entry for incoming students
- Helped plan and organize preview events
Youth Intern
First Baptist Church Marble Falls
Marble Falls, Texas
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Lead Sunday night youth Bible study
- Organized youth Wednesday night services
- Discipled students throughout the summer
- Provided input for the youth and church during weekly church staff meeting
Education
Bachelor of Science - University Studies
East Texas Baptist University
01.2017
Masters of Arts - Youth and Family Ministry
Howard Payne University
01.2021
Skills
- Mentoring relationships
- Pastoral care
- Teamwork
- Worship team building
- Teaching scripture
- Discipleship
Interests
Timeline
Student Pastor
Grace Baptist Church
06.2025 - 02.2026
Minister to Students
Shady Oaks Baptist Church
01.2021 - 05.2025
Middle School Associate
First Baptist Church Marble Falls
01.2018 - 12.2020
Worship Intern
First Baptist Church Marble Falls
06.2017 - 08.2017
Youth Ministry Associate
Morton Baptist Church
05.2016 - 05.2017
Admissions Student Worker
ETBU
08.2015 - 05.2017
Youth Intern
First Baptist Church Marble Falls
06.2015 - 08.2015
Masters of Arts - Youth and Family Ministry
Howard Payne University
Bachelor of Science - University Studies
East Texas Baptist University
Philosophy Of Ministry
My goal in ministry is to teach and equip people to grow in their personal walk with Christ. As they go into their families, workplaces, communities, and everyday lives, my desire is to see them live in a way that reflects the character and love of Christ. The primary priority of my calling to ministry is to lead people into a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ. From there, I am committed to helping them understand what a growing relationship with Christ looks like through spiritual formation, obedience, and faithfulness. Finally, I seek to help individuals recognize that God desires to use them for His purposes and to discern how their gifts, passions, and calling can be used for the work of the Kingdom. Discipleship is central to my ministry philosophy. I believe discipleship provides a space to model what a Christ-centered life looks like while walking alongside others in intentional relationships. Through discipleship, people are given the opportunity to ask questions, wrestle with faith, and grow in ways that are often not possible in larger group settings. I am deeply committed to the discipleship model as a primary means of spiritual growth and maturity in the lives of those I serve.
Other Ministry Experience
- Youth Intern, Mobberly Baptist Church, Marshall, Texas, 2014-06-01
- Worship drummer, Multiple church events and camps, 2009-01-01 to Present
Mission Trips
- Mexico, 2004-06-01
- Kenya, 2009-06-01
- Honduras, 2013-06-01
- Thailand, 2015-06-01