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Wesley Jackson

Anacoco,LA

Summary

Dynamic pastor with extensive experience at Laurel Hill Baptist Church, skilled in sermon preparation and pastoral care. Enhanced spiritual growth through engaging sermons and strategic ministry expansion. Helped with community service, especially during Hurricane Laura. Church grew for the first 4 years, however, due to COVID and with a large portion of our members being elderly, church attendance dropped. Some no longer able to attend or unfortunately some passing away with COVID. Proficient in biblical studies and mission-oriented leadership, creating inclusive environments for spiritual development.

Professional with strong background in pastoral leadership, committed to fostering spiritual growth and community outreach. Proficient in delivering meaningful sermons and providing compassionate support to congregation members. Known for fostering collaborative team environment and achieving results through adaptability and dedication.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pastor

Laurel Hill Baptist Church
04.2016 - 09.2022
  • Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering guidance and support during difficult times. Offering spiritual care through visitation, and prayer.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, Lord's Supper and baptisms.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Strengthened relationships between families by initiating regular events.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church and managed daily operations.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
  • Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
  • Managed church operations, ensuring proper allocation of resources and budget management.
  • Volunteered at church-sponsored outreach events.
  • Led the congregation in the supporting of church missions locally as well as internationally.
  • Assisted in spearheading of programs to increase church members' service throughout community.
  • Assisted with organization and implementation of Sunday school activities.
  • Led renovation of existing drive thru for elderly and handicapped pickup. Also lead in the purchasing and the installation of new sound system for church.
  • Attracted new members to the congregation through effective marketing strategies such live streaming through social media.
  • Cultivated vibrant youth ministry, organizing camps and programs that encouraged spiritual growth and community service among younger members.
  • Supported families during times of crisis with compassionate pastoral care and practical assistance, reinforcing church's role as pillar of support.
  • Collaborated with local charities and organizations to provide support and resources to those in need, amplifying church's impact on social welfare.
  • Built lasting relationships within community.
  • Interacted with local community, building relationships with civic organizations and other churches.
  • Fostered sense of belonging and community among new members with structured welcome and integration process.

Pastor

Freedom Baptist Church
11.2009 - 03.2016
  • Provided pastoral care to individuals in need, offering counseling, guidance, and support during difficult times.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
  • Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
  • Fostered a welcoming environment for newcomers by creating an inclusive culture within the church community.
  • Helped to create welcoming environment for visitors and encouraged congregation to offer support.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of ministry.
  • Provided spiritual and administrative leadership to church.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Led church volunteers through training sessions and ongoing support, enhancing their ability to serve the congregation effectively.
  • Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategic plans for ministry growth and expansion.
  • Enhanced congregation''s spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking and engaging sermons.
  • Managed church operations, ensuring proper allocation of resources and budget management.

Education

Bible

Slidell Baptist Seminary
Slidell, LA
03-2024

Bible

Slidell Baptist Seminary
Slidell, LA
12-2023

Bible Studies

Slidell Baptist Seminary
Slidell, LA
09-2023

Associate of Arts - Associate of Arts in Bible

Luther Rice Bible Institute And Seminary
Tennessee
12-1986

Skills

  • Teaching
  • Preaching
  • Pastoral care
  • Spiritual leadership
  • Prayer leadership
  • Mission-oriented
  • Sermon preparatio
  • Officiating

Certification

  • Licensed by Good Hope Baptist of Anacoco, LA to preach October 20, 1976
  • Certificate of Ordination from Carson Baptist Church, Zwolle, LA on August 27, 1978

Interests

1) Studying the Bible

2) Reading Christian Literature authored by Christian pastors & Evangelists

3) Fishing with my grandson

4) Watching our grandchildren play sports

5) Outside work: mowing, gardening, etc

Timeline

Pastor

Laurel Hill Baptist Church
04.2016 - 09.2022

Pastor

Freedom Baptist Church
11.2009 - 03.2016

Bible

Slidell Baptist Seminary

Bible

Slidell Baptist Seminary

Bible Studies

Slidell Baptist Seminary

Associate of Arts - Associate of Arts in Bible

Luther Rice Bible Institute And Seminary

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